US Defense Department eyes cheap commercial satellites that can spy on other satellites

Amazing stuff! A spy to spy on other spies!

"The Pentagon is looking for cheap commercial satellites that can maintain surveillance on other satellites in orbit, including close-range inspections, according to a Defense Innovation Unit solicitation published Tuesday.

The Geosynchronous High-Resolution Optical Space-Based Tactical Reconnaissance project — also referred to as “Ghost Recon” (as in the Tom Clancy novels and video games) — is intended to address a vulnerability in America’s space-monitoring capabilities. ..."

DOD eyes commercial satellites that can spy on other satellites

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