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• Viasat to Buy Broadband Capacity From Telesat’s LEO Satellites

  Viasat is in advanced talks to buy broadband capacity from Telesat’s future low Earth orbit (LEO) satellites, as competition from Starlink is set to intensify. Viasat is also exploring strategic alternatives for parts of its business, including its...

  

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• NASA Defends Selection of Astrophysics Probes Amid Concerns

  NASA defended its selection of two astrophysics probe concepts for study, addressing concerns that the missions were not on an equal footing.

  

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• LucidLink Unveils Next-Generation Platform for Real-Time Collaboration

  LucidLink has launched its next-generation platform, enabling real-time collaboration across desktop, browser, and mobile. The platform boasts a new user experience, flexible pricing, and scalable infrastructure for teams of all sizes.

  

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• Teleste Sees Increased Deliveries in North America, Low Demand in Europe

  Teleste Corporation saw increased deliveries in North America in the third quarter, but continued to see low demand in Europe. The company anticipates investment in DOCSIS 4.0 technology in Europe in the latter half of 2025.

  

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• SpaceX Sets Starship Test Flight for November 18

  SpaceX is planning a sixth Starship/Super Heavy test flight for November 18, marking a significant step forward in the company’s plans to develop a reusable launch system for deep-space missions. This flight will include a relight of a Raptor engine...

  

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• Virgin Galactic Aims for Faster Expansion with $300 Million Funding

  Virgin Galactic seeks $300 million to accelerate production of suborbital spaceplanes and a mothership aircraft, aiming to expand its commercial spaceflight operations and boost revenue.

  

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• SES Extends Contracts with ORF for Satellite TV Distribution

  Austrian public broadcaster ORF and its content distribution subsidiary ORS Group have renewed their long-term agreements with SES for satellite transmission of their channels.

  

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• Netflix Investigated for Tax Fraud

  French and Dutch authorities are investigating Netflix for potential tax fraud and money laundering. The investigation is still in its early stages, and no charges have been filed.

  

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• Gilmour Space Receives License for First Orbital Launch of Eris Rocket

  Australian launch vehicle startup Gilmour Space has received a license for the first orbital launch of its Eris small launch vehicle, potentially happening before the end of the year. The license comes with conditions and requires a 30-day...

  

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• Japan and Poland Join US Military's Wideband Global Satcom Network

  Japan and Poland will have access to the U.S. military's Wideband Global Satcom (WGS) network, highlighting the growing importance of space-based communications for military coordination.

  

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• Al Arabiya Uses Augmented Reality to Tell the Story of the US Election

  Al Arabiya, a Saudi Arabian broadcaster, leverages augmented reality and virtual elements to create a compelling narrative around the US elections, utilizing a futuristic aesthetic reminiscent of "Tron" with real-time data-driven graphics.

  

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• SES Renews Multi-Year Contract with Warner Bros. Discovery for Satellite Capacity

  SES has extended its partnership with Warner Bros. Discovery, securing satellite capacity to deliver SD and HD channels in Germany and Austria. The agreement ensures the continued broadcasting of channels like DMAX, TLC, Tele 5, Eurosport 1, and...

  

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• SpaceX Launches Cargo Dragon to ISS, Emphasizing Safety Amidst Recent Anomalies

  SpaceX launched a cargo Dragon mission to the International Space Station (ISS) on Nov. 4, 2023, carrying 2,762 kilograms of cargo. The mission includes a first-time reboost maneuver of the ISS by the Dragon spacecraft, which will help inform the...

  

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• Rocket Lab Aims to Challenge SpaceX in Military Launch Market with Neutron Rocket

  Rocket Lab, known for its small-satellite launcher Electron, is aiming to compete for Pentagon contracts with its new medium-lift rocket Neutron, challenging the dominance of SpaceX in the military space launch market.

  

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• NASA Reviews Responses for Canceled Lunar Rover Mission

  NASA is considering next steps for its canceled VIPER mission after receiving over 50 responses to a request for information on alternative uses for the lunar rover.

  

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• Japan Launches Kirameki 3 Satellite on H3 Rocket, Fourth Flight for New Launcher

  Japan successfully launched its Kirameki 3 communications satellite for defense purposes aboard the fourth flight of the H3 rocket. The launch marks a significant step for the new rocket, following a previous failure in March 2023.

  

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• Airbus Keeps Merger Options Open for Space Business

  Airbus is considering mergers for its space business to address financial challenges. CEO Guillaume Faury discusses the company's strategy, including potential consolidation with Thales Alenia Space and the impact on the European space sector.

  

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• M7 Group Signs Multi-Year Agreement with Antenna Entertainment for Czech AXN Channels Launch

  M7 Group has inked a multi-year agreement with Antenna Entertainment to launch dedicated Czech versions of AXN Black and AXN White via Astra 23.5 East and the M7-owned Skylink TV platform.

  

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• D-Book 12.9: Empowering UK's Digital TV Ecosystem

  The Digital Television Group (DTG) releases D-Book 12.9, a major update to the UK's digital TV standard, introducing new features like LCN allocation guidance, SCTE-35 signaling, and enhanced HEVC broadcast signaling, to drive innovation and user...

  

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• Astranis Partners with Xona Space to Develop Backup for GPS System

  Astranis and Xona Space have teamed up to compete for a U.S. Space Force contract to develop a backup for the military's GPS system. The Resilient Global Positioning System (R-GPS) program aims to deploy smaller, more cost-effective satellites to...

  

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