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El Niño Alters Marine Life in the Pacific
These changes in marine life have significant implications for the global ecosystem and climate regulation.
NASA10 Aug 20261 min read
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Constellations, Earth observation, orbital debris, spectrum fights, and the business of operating hardware above the atmosphere.
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IRIS2 Gets Green Light With More Money and More Satellites
Expanded funding and scope will support a broader range of governmental and commercial users across the continent.
European Spaceflight8 Aug 20261 min read
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FCC Space Bureau deputy takes the reins amid licensing overhaul
The leadership transition occurs as the agency navigates a surge in commercial satellite constellations and new licensing procedures.
SpaceNews7 Aug 20261 min read
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Europe increases size and cost of IRIS² constellation
This expansion will enhance European autonomy in space-based communications and data transmission capabilities.
SpaceNews7 Aug 20261 min read
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IRIS² reinforced and accelerated as implementation advances
This expansion will significantly enhance the EU's Earth observation and communication capabilities over the next decade.
ESA7 Aug 20261 min read
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Rocket Lab launches 8th iQPS satellite
This launch marks a return to flight operations after a brief pause for Rocket Lab.
SpaceNews6 Aug 20261 min read
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Webb opens a Treasure Chest filled with stars
The image provides new insights into star formation and the interstellar medium in a relatively nearby region of the Milky Way.
ESA6 Aug 20261 min read
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Finding room in Starlink’s shadow
New entrants will need to differentiate their services to compete with established players.
SpaceNews5 Aug 20261 min read
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Satellite manufacturing thrives in California despite cost and regulatory pressures
California's satellite industry supports a significant portion of the global space economy with its manufacturing sector.
SpaceNews5 Aug 20261 min read
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Live coverage: SpaceX to launch 3 AST SpaceMobile BlueBird satellites on Falcon 9 rocket from Cape Canaveral
The launch will bring the total number of BlueBird satellites in orbit to 13 as the constellation expands.
Spaceflight Now5 Aug 20261 min read
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Rocket Lab, STR win Space Force contracts for airborne-target tracking technologies
The contracts support development of a space-based sensor system to detect and track airborne threats.
SpaceNews4 Aug 20261 min read
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August 2026 Satellite Puzzler
The satellite image challenge invites participants to apply their knowledge of geography and remote sensing.
NASA4 Aug 20261 min read
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Military demand shapes market for satellite propulsion
This shift enables greater flexibility for satellites in low Earth orbit to adjust their positions and trajectories as needed.
SpaceNews4 Aug 20261 min read
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Hughes files for bankruptcy after GEO business loses ground to Starlink
The bankruptcy filing underscores shifting market dynamics in the satellite broadband sector.
SpaceNews3 Aug 20261 min read
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Xona secures spectrum approval for 250-satellite navigation network
This regulatory milestone clears the way for Xona to deploy its satellite network and offer enhanced navigation services.
SpaceNews3 Aug 20261 min read
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NASA Delivers Navigation System for Commercial Lunar Relay
This delivery marks a key step towards establishing reliable communication services for future lunar missions.
NASA3 Aug 20261 min read
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Airbus and Thales win order for SpainSat replacement
The contract marks a significant investment in Spain's military communications infrastructure and space capabilities.
SpaceNews3 Aug 20261 min read
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Spain commits up to $2.3 billion for national military communications for IRIS²
This investment will enhance Spain's autonomy in secure communications for its military operations
SpaceNews31 Jul 20261 min read
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