SpaceX Develops Classified Spy Satellite Network for U.S. Government

Named Starshield, the project is designed to support national security efforts and will be controlled by the Department of Defense Space Force.

SpaceX, under a classified $1.8 billion contract with the National Reconnaissance Office, is developing a network of spy satellites named Starshield, designed for U.S. government use.
Starshield aims to leverage Starlink technology for national security, focusing on Earth observation, communications, and hosted payloads, with the U.S. government and DoD Space Force in control.
China accuses the U.S. of threatening global security with the Starshield project, urging vigilance against new security threats posed by the initiative.
The project's capabilities remain undisclosed, but it is reported that no one can hide from the system's reach, indicating advanced surveillance capabilities.
The reaction from China highlights potential geopolitical tensions, as it warns of bigger security threats and challenges to global security and stability.