Why CES Put LiDAR Mapping in the National Spotlight

Abstract visualization showing connected spatial data used in LiDAR mapping for modern land planning and infrastructure analysis

If you’ve followed tech news this week, you’ve probably noticed one clear trend: LiDAR is everywhere. That’s no coincidence. CES 2026 is happening right now in Las Vegas, and for the first time, LiDAR technology isn’t limited to self-driving car demos. Instead, it’s showing up across industries that rely on accurate land and elevation data. […]

Why a Boundary Line Survey Triggered a Viral Land Dispute

Wooden stake with ribbon marking a boundary line survey on a property

A viral land dispute story spread fast this week. People shared it, argued about it, and took sides. At the center of the conflict sat one quiet document: a boundary line survey. The story did not go viral because of land size or money alone. Instead, it exploded because two people felt 100% sure the […]

Why the ALTA Survey Faces Scrutiny After PS Exam Reactions

Land surveyors reviewing ALTA survey plans during a commercial site evaluation

If you follow the land surveying world even a little, you may have noticed a sudden shift in tone. Over the last few days, surveyors across Reddit started sharing reactions to the Principles & Practice of Surveying (PS) exam. Many of them felt surprised by how much attention the alta survey received. That reaction matters, […]