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GAO says Space Force still underuses commercial satellite intelligence
Key Takeaways
- GAO says commercial satellite imagery has already delivered useful intelligence to the U.S. military.
- The Space Force still hesitates to use more commercial data because of cost, restrictions, and access concerns.
- Nearly $77 million was spent on commercial space services through the Global Data Marketplace from 2023 to 2025.
- GAO recommends better communication around the working group that coordinates purchases.
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DT Editorial Team··via defenseone.com