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• MDA Space Reports Strong Second Quarter Results, Raising Revenue Guidance

  MDA Space saw a significant revenue increase in the second quarter of 2024, driven by strong performance in its robotics and satellite businesses. The company also raised its revenue guidance for the year.

  

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• United Group Consolidates DTH Services on Eutelsat Satellites

  United Group has announced plans to consolidate all of its Direct To Home (DTH) services in Southeastern Europe onto two satellites at two orbital slots, extending its reach to 40 million people.

  

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• Viasat's Revenue Soars on Government, Aviation Broadband Growth

  Viasat Inc., a geostationary fleet operator, reported a 6% year-on-year increase in revenue for the first quarter of fiscal 2025, driven by strong growth in government and aviation broadband businesses. The company also raised its annual revenue...

  

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• Virgin Galactic Unveils Ambitious Plan for Profitability with New Spaceships

  Virgin Galactic presented its financial projections for profitability with its new Delta-class spaceships. The company expects to achieve significant revenue and adjusted EBITDA with multiple spaceships operating from multiple spaceports.

  

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• L3Harris Expands Partnership with Firefly Aerospace for Up to 20 Rocket Launches

  L3Harris Technologies and Firefly Aerospace have signed an agreement for up to 20 launches on Firefly's Alpha rocket, expanding their existing partnership. The deal includes two to four missions per year from 2027 to 2031, with L3Harris spacecraft...

  

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• Princess Cruises Launches Starlink-Powered MedallionNet Max Wi-Fi

  Princess Cruises is introducing a premium Wi-Fi tier, MedallionNet Max, powered by SpaceX's Starlink for enhanced connectivity on its cruises. This new service offers prioritized access and high performance bandwidth, ensuring a seamless online...

  

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• Amagi & Anoki Team Up to Boost Contextual CTV Advertising

  Amagi and Anoki have announced a partnership to leverage AI-powered contextual advertising for FAST channels, aiming to enhance viewer engagement, boost monetization, and deliver relevant ads.

  

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• US Army Embraces Space Warfare in Wake of Ukraine Conflict

  The US Army is drawing lessons from the war in Ukraine and adapting its strategy to prepare for a future of space-based warfare. The conflict has highlighted the importance of electronic warfare and the need to protect crucial satellite...

  

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• NASA Considers Returning Astronauts From Space Station on SpaceX Crew Dragon After Starliner Thruster Concerns

  NASA is evaluating options to return two astronauts from the International Space Station on a SpaceX Crew Dragon after concerns about the performance of reaction control system thrusters on the Boeing CST-100 Starliner spacecraft.

  

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• Impulse Space Unveils New Solutions for Geostationary Orbit Operations

  Impulse Space has announced two new offerings for satellites reaching Geostationary Orbit (GEO): a rideshare program and an upgraded orbital transfer vehicle. These solutions offer flexibility and cost-effectiveness for deploying small satellites to...

  

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• Dcubed secures oversubscribed Series A funding to scale satellite actuator production

  Dcubed, a German space startup, has raised oversubscribed Series A funding to scale its production of satellite actuators and drive its position in in-space manufacturing. The funding will allow the company to quadruple production by the end of 2024.

  

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• Impulse Space Launches GEO Rideshare Program for Small Satellites

  Impulse Space is launching a GEO rideshare program to provide cost-effective and timely access to geostationary orbit for small satellites. The program will use the company's Helios tug and upgraded Mira spacecraft.

  

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• Dcubed Raises $4.8 Million to Expand In-Space Manufacturing

  German startup Dcubed has secured 4.4 million euros ($4.8 million) in Series A funding to expand production, demonstrate in-space manufacturing, and establish a U.S. office. The company aims to launch at least twice in 2024 and once in 2026 with...

  

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• Blue Lucy to Showcase BOLT Asset Portal at IBC 2024

  Blue Lucy will unveil BOLT, an asset portal designed for easy content access and management, at IBC 2024. The company will also demonstrate BLAM's extensive integration capabilities and introduce its new AI assistant, Lucia.

  

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• Small Satellites Offer Cost-Effective Solution to NASA’s Budget Crunch

  As NASA faces budget cuts, small satellites are emerging as a cost-effective solution for conducting high-quality science missions, offering a promising avenue for future exploration.

  

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• BBC Research & Development to Focus on AI, Media Distribution, and Standards

  The BBC’s Chief Technology Officer, Peter O’Kane, details changes to BBC Research & Development, including a focus on AI, media distribution, and technology standards, following staff reductions.

  

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• Muon Space Secures $56.7 Million to Expand Satellite Operations

  Muon Space, a provider of end-to-end space systems, has secured $56.7 million in Series B funding to scale its Halo satellite technology, grow operations, and expand its product offerings. The company plans to use the funding to launch three...

  

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• FCC Approves Launch of First Five AST SpaceMobile Satellites

  The FCC has granted AST SpaceMobile an initial license to launch and operate its first five satellites, a significant step towards providing broadband network to cell phones from satellites.

  

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• Small Satellites: A Swarm of Innovation in Space

  Steve Isakowitz, President and CEO of Aerospace Corp., discusses the future of small satellites, highlighting the potential of swarms, new launch vehicles, and the importance of responsible space exploration.

  

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• Benchmark Partners with Starlight Engines to Offer Hybrid Propulsion Systems

  Benchmark Space Systems has partnered with Starlight Engines to offer hybrid propulsion systems for high-endurance missions, combining chemical and electric propulsion for greater flexibility and efficiency.

  

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