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Italy's IRIDE Earth Observation Constellation Gets Boost From Thales Alenia Space and Argotec
Thales Alenia Space and Argotec have been awarded contracts to supply satellites for Italy's ambitious IRIDE Earth-observation constellation. The contracts, announced at the International Astronautical Congress in Milan, are part of a larger effort...Pay-TV Market in Germany Shows Strong Growth
The German pay-TV and video-on-demand market continues to grow, with revenues expected to reach €5.6 billion in 2024. The DACH region also sees positive growth, with total revenues exceeding €6 billion in 2023.Airbus to Cut Up to 2,500 Jobs in Defense and Space Division
Airbus has announced plans to cut up to 2,500 jobs in its defense and space division by mid-2026, citing a “continued complex business environment, especially in the space systems segment.” The move follows nearly two years of heavy losses,...NASA Rethinks Continuous Human Presence in Low Earth Orbit
NASA is reconsidering its commitment to a continuous human presence in low Earth orbit, potentially allowing for periods without astronauts in space as the agency transitions from the International Space Station to commercial platforms. This shift...Diamond Sports Group to Rebrand RSNs to FanDuel, Integrating Sports Betting
Diamond Sports Group, currently in Chapter 11 bankruptcy, is set to rebrand its regional sports networks (RSNs) from Bally Sports to FanDuel, integrating sports betting into its programming. The move marks a strategic shift for the company and...Space Debris Mitigation: Collaboration is Key as Constellations Take Flight
Experts at the International Astronautical Congress are discussing the challenges of debris mitigation with the rise of large satellite constellations. They emphasize the need for collaboration to ensure a sustainable space environment.Kepler Communications Wins ESA Contract for Low Earth Orbit Optical Relay Network
Kepler Communications, a Canadian small satellite operator, has been awarded a 36 million euro contract to develop a low Earth orbit (LEO) optical relay network for the European Space Agency's HydRON program. The network will provide high-throughput...Software vs. Hardware: The Production Switcher Debate
The broadcast industry is seeing a shift towards software-based production switchers, offering flexibility and scalability. But hardware still reigns supreme in certain areas, particularly for large-scale productions. This article explores the pros...BMW Brings Paramount+ Streaming to Its Cars
BMW Group is bringing the streaming service Paramount+ to its cars, allowing owners of vehicles with BMW or MINI Operating System 9 to stream content while stationary. The service is available in several countries and integrates with the car's...Cyfrowy Polsat Denies Family Dispute Impact on Operations Amid Value Drop
Cyfrowy Polsat has assured the public that its operations remain unaffected by the recent family dispute involving founder Zygmunt Solorz. The company's value has declined amidst concerns over the influence of Solorz's new wife on his business...US Army Invests in Space Tech to Outpace Adversaries
The US Army is accelerating investments in space-based technologies, including advanced GPS receivers and multi-orbit communication systems, to counter threats from Russia and China. The service also plans to invest in ground stations that use AI to...China Launches Second Group of Satellites for Thousand Sails Megaconstellation
China has successfully launched 18 more satellites for its planned 14,000-satellite Thousand Sails megaconstellation, raising concerns about orbital debris and its potential impact on astronomy.Nxtedition Wins Two Awards at IBC 2024
Nxtedition has been recognized with two industry awards at IBC 2024 for its innovative broadcast solutions. The company won the IABM BaM Award for its innovative solution in the Create category and was also named a TVBEurope Best of Show winner for...NBCUniversal Restructures Sports Ad Sales Team, Combines Operations
NBCUniversal is combining its sports advertising sales operations under a unified strategy. The move comes after a successful Olympics and Paralympics round in Paris and aims to better serve advertisers looking to reach sports audiences across...NBCUniversal Restructures Sports Ad Sales Team, Bidding Farewell to Olympics Sales Head
NBCUniversal is restructuring its sports ad sales team, combining its entire sports ad sales operations into one division to better serve advertisers looking to reach sports audiences across multiple platforms.Vulcan Centaur Loss of Nozzle May Not Delay Certification, Says ULA CEO
Despite the loss of a solid rocket booster nozzle on the second flight of the Vulcan Centaur, ULA CEO Tory Bruno remains optimistic about the vehicle’s certification by the Space Force, though the timeline remains uncertain.Samsung Expands One UI to Smart TVs, Bringing Mobile Interface to the Big Screen
Samsung has announced its One UI interface is coming to Smart TVs, starting with 2024 models and eventually rolling out to select 2023 models. One UI, previously known for its use on mobile and tablet devices, aims to bring a more streamlined...Europa Clipper Launch Marks a New Era in the Search for Extraterrestrial Life
The Europa Clipper mission, launched on a SpaceX Falcon Heavy rocket, embarks on a long journey to Jupiter's moon Europa to investigate its potential for harboring life. The mission, with its advanced instruments, will study the moon's surface and...US Army Pilot Project Explores Outsourcing Satellite Communications
The US Army completed a pilot project exploring outsourcing satellite communications services to private companies, but the long-term future of such arrangements remains uncertain. The project demonstrated the efficiency of managed services, but...Avid Acquires Wolftech to Enhance News Production Workflows
Avid has acquired Wolftech Broadcast Solutions, a provider of cloud-based multiplatform planning and publishing news production solutions. The move aims to create a unified suite of tools for news organizations, enabling them to deliver stories...