NATO wants to build an alternative satellite-based internet to be used in case of emergency
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David Wilson
NATO is working on Project HEIST to improve the security of global internet communication in response to recent undersea cable disruptions. The project aims to use laser optics technology to address vulnerabilities and threats posed by physical sabotage and accidental damage to undersea fiber-optic cables. HEIST will focus on rapidly detecting and precisely locating breaks in cables, as well as expanding the capacity to reroute data through satellite channels. The goal is to create a more resilient network that ensures secure global communications, especially in emergencies. Tests for the project are set to begin in 2025 at the Blekinge Institute of Technology in Sweden, with researchers from various countries working on developing advanced detection systems and satellite-based failsafes using innovative technologies like infrared lasers. NATO’s ultimate objective is to establish a diverse and secure network that can withstand potential disruptions and safeguard vital internet pathways.
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