The Space Force estimates it needs more than $4 billion for the MILNET proliferated LEO satellite communications program, but Pentagon plans remain murky The post Space Force MILNET constellation emerges as top ‘unfunded priority’ appeared first on SpaceNews.
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A SpaceX Crew Dragon spacecraft safely splashed down off the California coast early July 15, wrapping up a nearly three-week private astronaut mission to the International Space Station. The post Ax-4 private astronaut mission returns to Earth appeared first on SpaceNews.
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With competitors like China pouring resources into AI-enabled warfare, the U.S. can not afford to tinker cautiously at the edges. The post The defense establishment’s AI awakening appeared first on SpaceNews.
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Plans to overhaul European space regulation would come with unprecedented enforcement power over domestic and foreign satellite operators, including on-site inspections and steep fines to uphold safety, cybersecurity and sustainability standards. The European Commission unveiled its long-awaited draft of the EU Space Act June 25, aiming to streamline fragmented national rules while strengthening oversight of
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SES expects to complete its acquisition of rival satellite operator Intelsat July 17 after clearing all regulatory hurdles in the way of the multi-billion-dollar deal. The post SES to close Intelsat deal July 17 after clearing all regulatory approvals appeared first on SpaceNews.
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China launched a new cargo spacecraft to its Tiangong space station Monday to deliver astronaut supplies, new spacesuits and a range of experiments. The post China launches Tianzhou-9 to Tiangong space station with record cargo and upgraded EVA suits appeared first on SpaceNews.
A draft House spending bill would keep NASA’s overall budget flat in fiscal year 2026 but shift money to exploration from science and other accounts. The post House bill rejects overall NASA budget cuts but shifts funding to exploration appeared first on SpaceNews.
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Outer space, the new high ground, is no longer the solitary domain of state powers. The growing participation of the private sector alongside government initiatives signals a dramatic transformation in the space ecosystem. This democratization brings tremendous opportunity but, with it, alarming vulnerabilities. The growing proliferation of sensitive technologies across borders, often without proper oversight,
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Despite flat budgets for the FAA office that oversees commercial spaceflight, industry has mixed opinions of new launch fees to help fund it. The post Industry doubts effectiveness of new launch licensing fees appeared first on SpaceNews.
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Beijing’s ‘Belt and Road’-aligned constellation expands, forcing a strategic reckoning for Western space networks. The post China enters race for LEO broadband dominance appeared first on SpaceNews.
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