Gulf of Mexico renaming sparks controversy over political influence on maps.
Matilda
Apple Maps Now Shows the Gulf of America
The world of digital cartography has become a stage for geopolitical drama, as Apple Maps has followed Google's lead in renaming the Gulf of Mexico to the "Gulf of America." This decision, driven by a (then) presidential executive order, has ignited a firestorm of controversy, raising questions about the role of tech giants in shaping our understanding of the world and the influence of political agendas on seemingly objective mapmaking. The shift, first implemented by Google Maps earlier this week, has now begun rolling out to Apple Maps users in the United States, with a global release planned soon. While Google opted for a dual naming convention, displaying "Gulf of Mexico (Gulf of America)," Apple has seemingly embraced the change more decisively, opting for the single name "Gulf of America." This divergence in approach further underscores the complex interplay between technology, politics, and cartography. The move comes after a (then) presidentia…
