Cartographic Controversy: Gulf of Mexico Renamed

Apple, Google, and Microsoft have renamed the Gulf of Mexico to the Gulf of America on their maps following an order by President Donald Trump. The U.S. Geographic Names Information System updated the name officially. The Associated Press, however, retains the original name in its reports.

In a surprising move, major tech companies including Apple, Google, and Microsoft have altered their digital cartographic systems to rename the Gulf of Mexico as the Gulf of America. The change follows an official directive from President Donald Trump and subsequent formal update by the U.S. Geographic Names Information System.

Google has taken a nuanced approach, displaying 'Gulf of America' to U.S. users while maintaining 'Gulf of Mexico' for audiences in Mexico and providing both names to international viewers. This decision comes as a part of the broader update managed by global digital platforms adjusting to new developments.

While tech giants quickly adapted to the new geographical labeling, the Associated Press maintains the historical nomenclature of the Gulf of Mexico in its reporting, acknowledging the legacy name carried for 400 years.