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• Insys VT Achieves AWS Migration Competency: Streamlining Video Workflows to the Cloud

  Insys Video Technologies, now part of Big Blue Marble, earns AWS Migration and Modernization Competency for its expertise in transitioning video workflows to the AWS cloud, offering reduced costs and enhanced agility. The company highlights...

  

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• NASA Appoints Amit Kshatriya as Associate Administrator, Emphasizing Exploration

  NASA announced Amit Kshatriya as its new associate administrator, a move signaling a renewed focus on space exploration. Kshatriya, former head of the Moon to Mars Program Office, takes the reins from Vanessa Wyche. This appointment comes amidst...

  

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• SpaceNews Icon Awards 2025: Nominations Now Open

  The SpaceNews Icon Awards, celebrating excellence in the space industry, are now accepting nominations. Nominate exceptional individuals and companies who have made significant contributions to space exploration, technology, and innovation by...

  

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• Concerns Rise Over US Lunar Race Against China: NASA's Starship Choice Under Scrutiny

  A Senate hearing reveals growing anxieties about the United States lagging behind China in the space race. Former NASA administrator Jim Bridenstine expressed serious concerns about NASA's selection of SpaceX's Starship for lunar missions, raising...

  

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• AscendArc Sells First Small Geostationary Satellite to KT Sat

  Portland-based AscendArc has sold its first small geostationary communications satellite to KT Sat of South Korea. This sub-1,000-kilogram spacecraft, offering 500 Gbps of capacity, represents a significant advancement in cost-effective satellite...

  

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• Trump Reverses Biden's Decision, Relocates US Space Command to Huntsville

  President Trump announced the relocation of US Space Command headquarters from Colorado Springs to Huntsville, Alabama, reversing a 2023 Biden decision. The move, lauded by Trump and Defense Secretary Hegseth, sparked debate over national security...

  

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• Successful Space-Airborne Laser Communication Test Achieves Interoperability

  A joint demonstration by General Atomics, Kepler Communications, and the Space Development Agency successfully connected a laser communications terminal on an aircraft with a satellite in orbit, proving the interoperability of different vendors'...

  

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• NASA Seeks Private Partners for Lunar Nuclear Power System

  NASA is partnering with private companies to develop a lunar nuclear power system, aiming for a 100-kilowatt reactor ready by 2029. This initiative, driven by strategic urgency and competition, seeks to establish a sustainable commercial space...

  

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• SpaceEye-T Satellite Leases Capacity for Over $11 Million

  South Korea's SI Imaging Services secures a major contract leasing its SpaceEye-T Earth observation satellite to a European customer for over $11 million. This deal highlights the growing popularity of the Satellite-as-a-Service model and...

  

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• US Space Force Accelerates AI Adoption for Enhanced Space Operations

  The US Space Force is rapidly integrating artificial intelligence into its operations, aiming to modernize legacy systems, enhance data analysis, and improve warfighter capabilities. This involves initiatives like AI Challenges, strategic action...

  

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• Muon Space's Expansion in the Small Satellite Market

  Muon Space, boosted by $90 million in funding, is expanding its production of small satellites (100–500+ kg). This article explores their new MuSat XL platform, vertical integration strategy, and vision for the future of onboard autonomy and...

  

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• Kathrein Broadcast Strengthens US Presence Through AAT Acquisition

  Kathrein Broadcast enhances its international reach by partnering with American Amplifier Technologies (AAT), which now fully owns Kathrein Broadcast USA. This strategic move aims to boost market presence and optimize product offerings for the North...

  

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• Eutelsat Selects Enensys for Next-Gen DVB-NIP Satellite Platform

  Eutelsat and Enensys Technologies partner to launch a cutting-edge Direct-to-Home satellite platform utilizing the DVB-NIP standard. This innovative platform promises enhanced flexibility, reach, and cost-effectiveness in delivering multimedia...

  

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• Germany's Broadband Congress Focuses on In-Building Fibre Network Expansion

  The 28th FRK Broadband Congress in Leipzig will address the challenges of extending fiber networks into buildings (NE4), featuring presentations on best practices, cooperation models, and technological solutions like XGS-PON. Industry expert...

  

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• Hubble Network Leverages Muon Space's MuSat XL for Global Bluetooth Connectivity

  Hubble Network, a space-based Bluetooth connectivity startup, has selected Muon Space's MuSat XL satellite platform for its ambitious plan to create a global Bluetooth network. This partnership will utilize two 500-kilogram satellites launching in...

  

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• Kathrein Broadcast Secures Future with New Investment

  German antenna technology firm Kathrein Broadcast, emerges from financial uncertainty after securing investment from Lenbach Capital. The acquisition ensures continued operations, focusing on high-performance antenna systems for broadcasting and...

  

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• Canada Awards Contracts for Artemis Lunar Rover Development

  Canada's Canadian Space Agency (CSA) has awarded contracts to three companies for the initial study phase of a lunar utility rover, a key part of Canada's contribution to the Artemis program. The 18-month project will assess different rover designs...

  

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• Germany Plans Independent Military Satellite Network

  Germany's Bundeswehr aims to establish a new satellite system for enhanced communication and surveillance, reducing reliance on commercial providers like Starlink. The multi-billion euro project involves launching approximately 300 small satellites...

  

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• Latvia Takes Control of Tet and LMT: Telia Company to Divest Shares

  Telia Company will sell its shares in Latvian telecommunication giants Tet and LMT to the Latvian state, paving the way for a new ownership model that aims to boost growth and benefit customers. The deal is expected to finalize in the first half of...

  

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• SES and Intelsat Merger Creates Global Satellite Powerhouse

  SES's acquisition of Intelsat is complete, forming a massive satellite network with 120 satellites. The combined entity aims for growth in IoT, direct-to-device, and other emerging markets, despite declining video revenue. CEO Adel Al-Saleh...

  

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