Fighting overfishing with AI is no longer science fiction; it’s reality. Satellites and artificial intelligence are now exposing illegal fishing in marine protected areas, including those in some of the most remote parts of our ocean. In this episode, I break down how a new study uncovered untracked vessels in nearly half of all coastal MPAs, why remote areas are especially vulnerable, and how enforcement is catching up. I’ll also share real-world examples from Palau, Gabon, Chile, and the UK where satellite monitoring and AI-powered tools have turned intelligence into action and made MPAs stronger.
This is a story of technology, accountability, and optimism for the future of ocean conservation.
Chapters:
00:00 Caught illegal fishing with satellites and AI
02:24 Why remote MPAs face the most pressure
04:48 How untracked vessels avoid AIS systems
07:12 Study findings: nearly half of MPAs affected
09:36 Case study: Gabon’s satellite-informed arrests
12:00 Palau and drones strengthening surveillance
14:24 Chile’s transparency and Global Fishing Watch
16:48 UK Blue Belt and Tristan da Cunha enforcement
19:19 Why this gives us hope for ocean protection
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