Videos

Muthu and Aleks talk with Sensat’s Khalid about closing the construction industry’s data-to-decision gap, showing how geospatial visualization, collaboration, and smart change management improve project outcomes.

Leaders from UP42, White Shield, and AXA show how geospatial data, AI, and Earth observation are driving smarter decisions in policy, analytics, and insurance—from socioeconomic insights to climate risk prediction.

Divya Dalapathi from Google Maps Platform talks about new AI-driven tools—Builder Agent, Maps Styling Agent, Grounding Lite, and Contextual View—that make map development faster and more intuitive.

We talk with Peter Wilczynski of Vantor about Maxar’s rebrand, the shift toward integrated spatial intelligence, and how TensorGlobe is set to unify multi-source geospatial data for both AI and analysts.

Wildfires, storms, and overgrown vegetation threaten the reliability of our power grids. In this episode of Problem Solved by Geoawesome, experts from Vantor, UP42, and Overstory discuss how AI-powered vegetation intelligence and satellite data are transforming grid resilience—helping utilities predict and prevent outages before they happen.

From tracking poverty and forecasting extreme weather to monitoring water quality, Earth observation data is helping societies and industries better understand and protect our planet. This Davos 2024 session explores how satellite technology turns complex data into clear, local insights that empower smarter, more sustainable decisions.

In this episode of Problem Solved, hosts Muthu and Aleks discuss the challenges of creating beautiful maps without a GIS background. They are joined by Magdalena Muhr, Managing Partner at ‪@mapcreator-io‬ who introduces their new Adobe extensions designed to streamline the map-making process for designers. The conversation covers the philosophy behind these tools, technical insights, user experience, and the business strategy of Mapcreator. The episode emphasizes the importance of saving time and reducing friction in the design workflow, while also addressing the evolving needs of the geospatial industry.

Space Minds at SmallSat: Mike Gruss talks with Prof. Sir Martin Sweeting on the rise of smallsats, industry growth, and key issues for 2025.

The Living Planet Symposium 2025 opened on 23 June in Vienna. A session on 26 June explored how advances in satellite tech and falling launch costs are transforming Earth observation. Key European industry leaders shared insights on emerging opportunities.

In this *Geoawesome* session, experts from EUSPA—including Justyna Redelkiewicz, Martin Šunkevič, and Florent Koné—break down key trends shaping GNSS. They explore multi-constellation systems, secure positioning, sensor fusion, and real-world applications in mobility, robotics, and agriculture. A must-watch for anyone in satellite navigation and PNT.

In this episode of *Problem Solved*, Aleks and Muthu talk with Jeff Raimo (HERE) and Luca Perletta (Maxar) about the evolution of digital maps. They cover HERE’s 40-year journey, Maxar’s HD satellite imagery, and how AI is transforming mapmaking. Learn how satellite, sensor, and probe data are building the future of real-time, self-updating maps.

In this "Geoawesome Meetup", Asuka Wachi from Synspective explains how SAR satellites support mining from exploration to closure. She shares real-world uses of radar for monitoring subsidence, tailings dams, and environmental impacts, highlighting how Synspective bridges space tech with on-the-ground challenges. Ideal for those focused on ESG, safety, and risk management.

In this Geoawesome Meetup, Asuka Wachi from Synspective explains how SAR satellites support mining from exploration to closure. She shares real-world uses of radar for monitoring subsidence, tailings dams, and environmental impacts, highlighting how Synspective bridges space tech with on-the-ground challenges. Ideal for those focused on ESG, safety, and risk management.

In this Geoawesome Meetup episode, Elizabeth Langlois from Airbus Geospatial shares how Airbus’s satellite constellation supports the mining industry. She covers on-demand high-res EO data, practical uses of optical imagery and DEMs, and real-world mining applications—from exploration to post-closure. Great insights for anyone in mining, geospatial, or ESG.

In this episode of Problem Solved, Muthu talks with Sean Wiid, CEO of UP42, about why accessing satellite imagery is still so difficult. They discuss pricing opacity, clunky ordering, and data quality—issues highlighted in a Geoawesome survey. Sean shares how UP42 tackles these challenges with a platform-first approach, plus insights on its upcoming acquisition by Neo Space Group and Saudi Arabia’s space investments. A must-listen for anyone working with Earth observation data.

Discover how the Spatial Web redefines space, time, and geography for AI agents operating in high-dimensional and graph-based knowledge spaces. This talk introduces the IEEE P2874 draft standard, exploring how spatial context, identity, and location-based permissions shape AI-driven applications — from autonomous warehouses to global carbon markets.

Explore the EU Space Academy, powered by EUSPA — a free online platform offering expert-led courses, mentoring, and coaching in GNSS, Earth Observation, space business, and career development. Join 35+ industry leaders and take your space career or startup to the next level.

In this episode of Problem Solved, we talk with Ben Winters from Population Explorer about how satellite data and AI are improving population estimates where census data falls short. Watch the full episode on our YouTube channel to learn how geospatial tech is transforming decision-making worldwide.

New Episode of Problem Solved is here! In Ep. 2, we dive into the power of geospatial standards with Peter Rabley, CEO of OpenGeospatial. Discover how open standards drive innovation, AI, and collaboration in EO and beyond.

Geoawesome Digital Event #39 (2/2): How Vegetation Management Prevents Forest Fires!
Batuhan Kavlak from UP42 shows how very high-resolution satellite imagery supports wildfire monitoring before, during, and after events. Watch the full talk on Geoawesome!