Every week here at Geo Week News, we have been highlighting some of our favorite stories from around the internet that cover the geospatial, 3D, and AEC industries. Whether it’s a fascinating case study, insights from an industry thought leader, or deep dives into new tools, there is never any shortage of great writing and storytelling in this industry. So, below you can find links to three stories that we loved this week.
GEO Business breathes life into the sector with tech, engagement and ideas
Staff Writer | GIM International
GEO Business 2026 drew more than 6,200 professionals to ExCeL London, delivering 160-plus expert sessions spanning GeoAI, digital twins, reality capture, and Earth observation, with a clear throughline: geospatial is no longer a supporting player in decision-making, it's leading it. From a live HOT Mapathon and GeoAI pitch sessions to a debut Korean Pavilion showcasing AI-powered satellite imagery and drone tech, this year's edition made the case that the sector's momentum is as much about community as it is about hardware.
It’s a Matter of Opinion
James Jones, PS, PE | The American Surveyor
A licensed surveyor and engineer recounts the courtroom battle he fought as an expert witness on behalf of a colleague whose license was revoked - not for shoddy fieldwork, but for doing the right thing while under suspension. The case becomes a sharp meditation on professional integrity, the limits of bureaucratic authority, and what it actually means to be an "expert" when a judge is the one who decides.
GNSS reflectometry for helping farmers with water
Jnalley | Spatial Source
Researchers at the University of Canterbury are developing an AI-powered soil moisture monitoring platform that uses GNSS reflectometry to give farmers accurate, near real-time field-scale data on how much water is in their soil. The ANZ Soil Moisture Data Assimilation System combines ground sensors, satellite signals, and advanced modelling to fill a critical gap in agricultural decision-making, with a publicly accessible platform the ultimate goal.
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