I vibecoded a global ai satellite intelligence tool… then realized this is literally how wars are watched now

A developer's side project, GOD'S EYE, has gone viral by demonstrating the power of aggregated open-source intelligence. The tool stitches together over ten distinct live data feeds—including aircraft transponder data (ADS-B), global ship tracking (AIS), NASA's FIRMS wildfire detection, real-time seismic activity, satellite imagery, and weather forecasts—into a single, searchable global map. This integration allows users to monitor everything from commercial flight paths and maritime traffic in strategic straits to natural disasters and environmental data like air quality (PM2.5, NO₂). The platform highlights that the core data used by analysts and governments is often publicly accessible; the key differentiator is the clean, unified interface that makes complex, multi-source analysis possible for a broader audience.

The project's timing, coinciding with reported tensions in the Strait of Hormuz in early 2026, underscores its real-world implications. The developer noted that monitoring such conflicts often relies on these same data types: satellite imagery to track military movements, AIS to watch for maritime disruptions, and ADS-B to observe air traffic patterns. GOD'S EYE effectively democratizes this intelligence-gathering capability, moving it from specialized analyst consoles to a publicly accessible web app. This raises questions about the future of open-source intelligence (OSINT), the transparency of global events, and the thin line between public information utility and surveillance. The tool is currently hosted at godeye.up.railway.app, with the developer considering a more permanent domain based on public interest.