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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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• Apple Invests $1.5 Billion in Globalstar Constellation for iPhone Connectivity

  Apple will invest $1.5 billion in Globalstar's satellite constellation to enhance space-based communications for iPhones. This will allow Apple to offer more advanced features like voice calls and broadband.

  

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• Cosmoleap secures $14 million for reusable rocket development

  Chinese launch firm Cosmoleap raises funds to develop its Yueqian reusable rocket, inspired by SpaceX's Starship system, with a goal of supporting China's satellite internet constellation plans.

  

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• Samba TV Acquires Semasio to Power Privacy-First Targeting Across Digital and Connected TV

  Samba TV, a leader in AI-powered omniscreen advertising, has acquired Semasio, a provider of contextual targeting and audience data solutions. This acquisition enhances Samba TV's capabilities in delivering privacy-first targeting across digital and...

  

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• Voyager Space Taps Defense Industry Veteran to Lead National Security Business

  Voyager Space has appointed Matt Magaña, a seasoned defense industry executive, as executive vice president of national security, a move that underscores the company's growing ambitions in the defense sector.

  

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• European Commission Moves Forward with Plans for Sovereign Satellite Constellation

  The European Commission has announced it is moving forward with its plans for a multi-orbit sovereign broadband constellation, following a best-and-final offer from a group led by SES, Eutelsat, and Hispasat.

  

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• Eutelsat Reports Q1 2024 Revenue Growth Driven by Broadcasting and Connectivity

  Eutelsat's Q1 2024 revenue report shows a 9.4% increase, driven by strong performance in broadcasting and connectivity, while video revenues declined due to market trends.

  

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• Russian Court Fines Google 2 Undecillion Rubles for Blocking Pro-Kremlin Media

  A Russian court has fined Google an astronomical 2 undecillion rubles (EUR2.3 decillion) for failing to restore blocked accounts of pro-Kremlin and state-run media outlets on YouTube. The fine stems from Google's refusal to comply with court orders...

  

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• M7 Group Expands Partnership with Antenna Entertainment for Czech AXN Channels

  M7 Group has secured 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 Skylink TV platform.

  

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• D-Book 12.9: Key Updates for a Dynamic TV Market

  The Digital Television Group (DTG) has released D-Book 12.9, the latest iteration of the UK's digital television standard. This version brings critical updates that reflect the evolving TV landscape, including guidance on IP services, SCTE-35...

  

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• Space Force Opens Bidding for New Space Launch Providers

  The U.S. Space Force is opening the bidding process for emerging space launch providers to compete for national security missions under the National Security Space Launch (NSSL) Phase 3 Lane 1 program. This program is designed to foster competition...

  

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• Viridian Space Corp. Develops Air-Breathing Electric Propulsion System for VLEO Satellites

  Viridian Space Corp., a Southern California startup, is developing an electric propulsion system for spacecraft in very low Earth orbit that scoops up air for plasma thrusters. The technology aims to extend the life of satellites and enable them to...

  

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• Sports Streaming Sees Surge on Free, Ad-Supported Platforms

  A new report by Amagi reveals a significant increase in sports content viewership on FAST platforms, outpacing overall growth in streaming. This shift is attracting advertisers and creating new opportunities for sports leagues and broadcasters.

  

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• Apple Removes RFE/RL App from App Store Due to Russian Pressure

  Apple removed the Current Time app from its App Store citing Russian laws and the organization's designation as "undesirable" by Moscow. This follows a pattern of increasing pressure on RFE/RL's Russian-language projects after the invasion of...

  

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