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• Vast CEO Supports NASA's Revised Commercial Space Station Strategy

  Vast CEO Max Haot voiced strong support for NASA's new plan for commercial space stations, emphasizing its efficiency and competitiveness. The strategy involves multiple Space Act Agreements for a 30-day demonstration mission, a stepping stone to...

  

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• Larger Cygnus Spacecraft Successfully Launched to ISS

  An upgraded Cygnus XL cargo spacecraft, significantly larger than its predecessors, successfully launched to the International Space Station on a Falcon 9 rocket. The mission, NG-23, marks a crucial step in increasing cargo capacity to the ISS,...

  

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• Golden Dome Missile Defense: A Costly Question of Political Will

  A new report reveals the staggering cost estimates for the Golden Dome missile defense program, ranging from $252 billion to a mind-boggling $3.6 trillion. The vast range highlights the numerous unanswered questions surrounding the initiative,...

  

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• NASA Restores Contact with Troubled TRACERS Satellite

  NASA has re-established contact with SV1, one of two TRACERS satellites launched in July. The satellite experienced power issues shortly after launch, hindering communication. This article details the recovery efforts and the impact on the...

  

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• China's Successful Rocket Test Advances Ambitious Lunar Landing Program

  China successfully tested a crucial rocket stage, significantly advancing its lunar landing program. The test, involving seven engines, paves the way for a crewed lunar mission before 2030, potentially outpacing NASA's Artemis program. Concerns are...

  

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• US Government Faces Criticism for Proposed Cuts to Commercial Satellite Imagery Funding

  The US government's proposed budget cuts to commercial satellite imagery funding are raising concerns within the industry. Experts warn that reduced funding could hinder battlefield operations and allow competitors like China to gain an advantage. ...

  

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• SES Unveils New Brand Identity: "Space to Make a Difference"

  SES, a leading satellite operator, launched a new brand identity reflecting its merger with Intelsat. The rebranding emphasizes a commitment to providing comprehensive space solutions, featuring a new logo and tagline: "Solve. Empower. Soar." The...

  

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• Cailabs Secures $67M to Boost Satellite Laser Communication Ground Station Production

  French firm Cailabs raised $67 million to significantly increase production of its optical ground stations for satellite laser communications. The funding will allow for expansion into new markets and development of higher data rate systems,...

  

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• Apex Raises $200 Million, Achieving Unicorn Status in Satellite Manufacturing

  Satellite manufacturer Apex secures $200 million in Series D funding, boosting its valuation beyond $1 billion. The investment will fuel production expansion, vertical integration, and support growing demand for its satellite buses across...

  

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• Babeleye and Eutelsat Extend Partnership, Enhancing Satellite TV Metadata Delivery

  Babeleye expands its partnership with Eutelsat, providing metadata for Sat.tv in DVB-I and HbbTV formats. This enhances content discovery on traditional and IP-delivered platforms, increasing accessibility and user experience for millions across...

  

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• Space-Based Edge Computing: Armada and Sophia Space Forge a Seamless Network

  Armada and Sophia Space are collaborating to create a unified edge-computing network spanning Earth and space, offering enhanced capabilities for applications like drone warfare and providing redundancy and surge capacity. This innovative...

  

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• Firefly Aerospace Bids for Pentagon's Golden Dome Missile Defense Program

  Firefly Aerospace is vying for a significant role in the Pentagon's $175 billion Golden Dome missile defense initiative. Their Alpha rocket and Elytra spacecraft are pitched as key components for launching test targets and hosting space-based...

  

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• Telekom Srbija Expands its m:Sat TV Platform with SES

  Telekom Srbija has secured additional satellite capacity from SES to bolster its m:Sat TV platform at 23.5 degrees East. This expansion allows for growth of its DTH television service across Serbia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro and North...

  

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• Eutelsat and Skynopy Partner to Revolutionize Earth Observation with Ka-band Connectivity

  Eutelsat and Skynopy are collaborating to leverage spare capacity on OneWeb's ground stations for Earth observation. This innovative partnership will utilize Ka-band antennas for near real-time data transmission, significantly improving data...

  

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• House Approves NASA Funding, Offers Support for Threatened Missions

  The House Appropriations Committee approved a bill providing nearly $25 billion for NASA in fiscal year 2026, exceeding the administration's proposed budget and signaling support for several missions slated for cancellation, including Chandra X-ray...

  

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• Boeing Revolutionizes Satellite Production with 3D-Printed Solar Arrays

  Boeing is using 3D printing to produce satellite solar array structural panels, cutting production time by 50% and accelerating spacecraft deployment. This innovative approach, utilizing additive manufacturing, streamlines production and improves...

  

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• NASA's Mars Discovery: Potential Evidence of Past Life and the Future of Sample Return

  NASA announced potential evidence of past life on Mars, found in a rock sample from the Perseverance rover. However, the agency's budget proposal threatens to cancel the Mars Sample Return program, jeopardizing further analysis of this...

  

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• Orange and Synamedia Partner to Expand Content Delivery Network Reach

  Orange and Synamedia's new partnership integrates Orange's telco CDN with Synamedia's Quortex Switch multi-CDN platform, expanding content delivery reach, particularly in the Middle East and Africa. This allows for flexible, scalable multi-CDN...

  

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• German Broadband Congress Highlights Customer Focus and Market Realities

  The 28th FRK Broadband Congress in Leipzig addressed challenges in Germany's fiber market. Speakers emphasized the need for stronger customer focus, highlighting reliability as the top purchase criterion. Concerns over rising rollout costs, low...

  

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• SpaceX's Starship: A Giant Leap Towards Full Reusability

  SpaceX aims for full reusability of its Starship vehicle by next year, delivering over 100 tons to orbit. Elon Musk discusses the ambitious Version 3 upgrade, addressing challenges with the thermal protection system and the lessons learned from...

  

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