A shocking data leak on Strava has revealed the location of France’s aircraft carrier Charles de Gaulle after a navy officer uploaded his workout. The GPS data exposed sensitive military coordinates in the Mediterranean, raising serious concerns about digital security in modern warfare. With rising tensions and past incidents like the 2017 heatmap leak, how safe are fitness apps for military use? Watch to understand the full story.


Strava data may expose US troop movements and military bases 

From quitting smoking, starting a weight-loss programme, reading more books, going to bed on time to reducing screen time, the new year ushers in a wave of resolutions that people set in the quest to become a better version of themselves and bid adieu to things or habits that plagued most of their previous year.&nbsp;

Unfortunately, the crumbling of those tall promises made to self is as fast as their setting. A survey conducted by a leading fitness-tracking application reveals that you and I can't even keep our resolutions for a month.&nbsp;

After looking at the fitness data uploaded by over 90 million of its users, Strava came to an astonishing conclusion that most people quit their resolutions as early as January 19. The company called the day as the 'Quitters' Day'.&nbsp;

Parallelly runs a theory which would be worth connecting here. Many experts believe that to stick to your goal or to form a new habit one has to continue doing something for at least twenty-one days. It is believed that only after repeating a chore or an activity for twenty-one days can one make it a part of their daily routine and stick to it in the long run.&nbsp;

If you are one of those who is likely to falter in the face of scrumptious tidbits or not get up on time for that morning run then just a few tweaks in your daily routine can help you stay true to your resolutions.&nbsp;

One of the primary problems with New Year resolutions is the fact they are way too ambitious. At first, a person is too motivated to start them off but as time progresses, the revved-up enthusiasm wears off. The key here is to start small and stay consistent. Set small goals and slowly add to it and don't forget to reward yourself once you do stick to your goals for more than you ever expected.&nbsp;

From quitting smoking, starting a weight-loss programme, reading more books, going to bed on time to reducing screen time, the new year ushers in a wave of resolutions that people set in the quest to become a better version of themselves and bid adieu to things or habits that plagued most of their previous year.

From quitting smoking, starting a weight-loss programme, reading more books, going to bed on time to reducing screen time, the new year ushers in a wave of resolutions that people set in the quest to become a better version of themselves and bid adieu to things or habits that plagued most of their previous year. Unfortunately, the crumbling of those tall promises made to self is as fast as their setting. A survey conducted by a leading fitness-tracking application reveals that you and I can't even keep our resolutions for a month. After looking at the fitness data uploaded by over 90 million of its users, Strava came to an astonishing conclusion that most people quit their resolutions as early as January 19. The company called the day as the 'Quitters' Day'. Parallelly runs a theory which would be worth connecting here. Many experts believe that to stick to your goal or to form a new habit one has to continue doing something for at least twenty-one days. It is believed that only after repeating a chore or an activity for twenty-one days can one make it a part of their daily routine and stick to it in the long run. If you are one of those who is likely to falter in the face of scrumptious tidbits or not get up on time for that morning run then just a few tweaks in your daily routine can help you stay true to your resolutions. One of the primary problems with New Year resolutions is the fact they are way too ambitious. At first, a person is too motivated to start them off but as time progresses, the revved-up enthusiasm wears off. The key here is to start small and stay consistent. Set small goals and slowly add to it and don't forget to reward yourself once you do stick to your goals for more than you ever expected.

Quitter's day! Study reveals people are likely to give up on their New Year resolutions on January 19

The Pentagon has decided to review the use of fitness-tracking devices, it said in an announcement on Monday.&nbsp;

The move came soon after analysts noted that the &#39;<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/fitness-tracking-devices-may-reveal-dangerous-information-like-us-military-base-locations-31087">heat map</a>&#39; published by a GPS tracking company called Stava may reveal potentially sensitive information concerning US military bases and troops stationed in Iraq and Syria.

Nathan Ruser, Founding member of the Institute for United Conflict Analysts -- that monitors conflicts, especially Syria and Iraq Telegram -- called Strava&#39;s global heat map &quot;very pretty&quot;.

&quot;US Bases are clearly identifiable and mappable,&quot; he tweeted.&nbsp;

The map highlights areas with maximum activity, something common in inhabited areas as compared to illuminated desert compounds in the Middle East.

Highlighted areas around insurgent-held cities would easily hint&nbsp;at the possibility of a military base in the area, experts reason.

Pentagon&#39;s spokesman noted that the authorities are working toward a department-wide policy to ensure operational security and force protection.&nbsp;

 
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The move came soon after analysts noted that the 'heat map' published by a GPS tracking company may reveal potentially sensitive information

The Pentagon has decided to review the use of fitness-tracking devices, it said in an announcement on Monday. The move came soon after analysts noted that the 'heat map' published by a GPS tracking company called Stava may reveal potentially sensitive information concerning US military bases and troops stationed in Iraq and Syria. Nathan Ruser, Founding member of the Institute for United Conflict Analysts -- that monitors conflicts, especially Syria and Iraq Telegram -- called Strava's global heat map "very pretty". "US Bases are clearly identifiable and mappable," he tweeted. The map highlights areas with maximum activity, something common in inhabited areas as compared to illuminated desert compounds in the Middle East. Highlighted areas around insurgent-held cities would easily hint at the possibility of a military base in the area, experts reason. Pentagon's spokesman noted that the authorities are working toward a department-wide policy to ensure operational security and force protection.

Pentagon to probe fitness-app use after map reveals sensitive information

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