Starlink to lower satellite orbits over safety concerns
Starlink will lower about 4,400 satellites from roughly 550 km to about 480 km in 2026 to reduce orbital lifetimes, debris exposure, and collision risk.
Student launches German startup to tackle space debris DW 11/18/2025
Escalating space debris threatens operational satellites and human missions, prompting startups and researchers to pursue debris-removal projects and intensified monitoring.
