Tech startup connects to two satellites in orbit from Earth via Bluetooth — using off the shelf chip and a software update

Tech startup connects to two satellites in orbit from Earth via Bluetooth — using off the shelf chip and a software update

Most of us use Bluetooth every day for tasks such as streaming audio, sharing files, connecting to devices, and making hands-free calls.  That’s because Bluetooth technology is typically designed for short-range communication between devices, and while the first generations had a very limited range of up to 30 feet, it can now achieve over 200 … Read more

US government probing security risks of mobile devices using Russian or Chinese satellites

US government probing security risks of mobile devices using Russian or Chinese satellites

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is investigating the potential risks posed by Russian and Chinese satellite systems that are used by some US mobile devices. There are concerns that some satellites operated by Russia and China could be siphoning Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) data. The FCC rules state that only approved satellite systems can … Read more