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US unprepared for space warfare fallout, experts warn

The United States is inadequately prepared for the potential consequences of space warfare, which could severely disrupt global economic activities and hinder U.S. military operations. Adversaries like China are developing advanced capabilities, including robotic arms on satellites and lasers, to disable U.S. equipment, while Russia poses a threat with potential orbital nuclear weapons. Experts warn that even civilian and commercial satellite infrastructure could be targeted, and the U.S. defense industry faces challenges with supply chain fragility and a shortage of skilled engineers needed for post-conflict rebuilding. AI

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US unprepared for space warfare fallout, experts warn

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  1. Axios Technology TIER_1 English(EN) · Thomas Novelly ·

    America's not ready for the consequences of space warfare

    <p>The future of war is in outer space — and the U.S. is unprepared for the fallout.</p><p><strong>Why it matters:</strong> An outbreak of space warfare would cripple the global economy by disrupting satellites used for everything from worldwide financial transactions to maritime…