BeiDou, China’s version of GPS, now being used over 1 trillion times per day
South China Morning Post - TechMonday, May 19, 2025 at 8:01:28 AM
China's BeiDou satellite navigation system, the country's homegrown alternative to GPS, has hit a staggering milestone—it's now being tapped over a trillion times daily within China. Beyond just tracking locations, it’s become an economic powerhouse, fueling nearly $80 billion in economic activity last year by supporting everything from ride-hailing apps to precision farming.
Editor’s Note: This isn’t just about maps on your phone—BeiDou’s explosive growth signals China’s push for tech self-reliance and its ambition to dominate critical infrastructure. With GPS long being the global standard, BeiDou’s rise could reshape everything from global trade to geopolitical influence, especially as more countries adopt it. For everyday users, it means more options (and maybe better service), but for the world, it’s another front in the tech rivalry between superpowers.
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