In a breakthrough that could reshape global surveillance, Chinese scientists have developed the world’s most advanced spy camera—a tool that promises to revolutionize the future of space-based intelligence.

The camera could potentially enable Beijing to scrutinize foreign military satellites – or even identify human faces from a low orbit

Chinese scientists have made a breakthrough in optical imaging, achieving unprecedented surveillance precision from over 62 miles away.

China has developed an ultra-powerful spy camera using synthetic aperture lidar, capable of capturing facial details from 60 miles away. This breakthrough in surveillance technology could revolutionise military reconnaissance and satellite monitoring.

The laser-based system could potentially allow China to scrutinise foreign military satellites with unparalleled precision.

With such high-resolution imaging from low-Earth orbit, China could track foreign satellites, identify vulnerabilities in rival space programs, and even monitor classified military activities.