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The 'Time Lords' racing to tackle the threat of GPS jamming

The article from MSN discusses the growing threat of GPS jamming, where signals from GPS satellites are intentionally disrupted, leading to potential chaos in navigation systems critical for aviation, maritime, and even everyday smartphone use. It highlights the work of "Time Lords," a group of experts focused on developing countermeasures against such threats. These experts are working on alternative navigation systems and technologies to ensure that essential services remain uninterrupted. The article mentions the vulnerability of GPS due to its reliance on weak signals from space, which can be easily jammed or spoofed. It also touches on recent incidents where GPS jamming has affected flights and shipping, emphasizing the urgency of finding robust solutions to protect global positioning and timing infrastructure.

Read the Full BBC Article at:
[ https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/technology/the-time-lords-racing-to-tackle-the-threat-of-gps-jamming/ar-AA1A6GNe ]