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Europe's Starlink competitor is go

The EU has launched the IRIS² satellite constellation to enhance connectivity, security, and strategic autonomy across Europe by 2030.
#space-technology

Startup Says It'll Use Huge Space Mirror to Sell Sunlight During Nighttime

Reflect Orbital aims to sell sunlight via satellite mirrors, but many uncertainties exist regarding feasibility, costs, and the authenticity of their promotional demos.

Fleet Space raises $100M to scale satellite-enabled mineral prospecting tech | TechCrunch

Fleet Space Technologies raised $100 million to enhance its ExoSphere platform for real-time mineral prospecting from space, countering a decline in late-stage space deals.

Startup Says It'll Use Huge Space Mirror to Sell Sunlight During Nighttime

Reflect Orbital aims to sell sunlight via satellite mirrors, but many uncertainties exist regarding feasibility, costs, and the authenticity of their promotional demos.

Fleet Space raises $100M to scale satellite-enabled mineral prospecting tech | TechCrunch

Fleet Space Technologies raised $100 million to enhance its ExoSphere platform for real-time mineral prospecting from space, countering a decline in late-stage space deals.
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Spanish satellite operator Sateliot secures 30M EIB loan

Sateliot secures €30M loan from EIB to expand IoT satellite network, enhancing connectivity in underserved regions.
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Starlink Hits 4 Million! But There's More to Come!

Starlink connects over 4 million users globally and is expanding both its satellite and manufacturing capabilities.

Pentagon Uneasy About Elon Musk's New Spy Satellites

Pentagon officials express concerns over SpaceX's monopoly on military contracts and Musk's interactions with global leaders.

You can take a selfie with the Earth using this YouTuber's satellite

Mark Rober is launching a satellite to take selfies of individuals with Earth in the background, combining engineering with entertainment.

Starlink Hits 4 Million! But There's More to Come!

Starlink connects over 4 million users globally and is expanding both its satellite and manufacturing capabilities.

Pentagon Uneasy About Elon Musk's New Spy Satellites

Pentagon officials express concerns over SpaceX's monopoly on military contracts and Musk's interactions with global leaders.

You can take a selfie with the Earth using this YouTuber's satellite

Mark Rober is launching a satellite to take selfies of individuals with Earth in the background, combining engineering with entertainment.
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#wood

First Satellite Made of Wood Is Launched Into Space

A Japanese team has launched a satellite made of wood, potentially revolutionizing space engineering and the use of sustainable materials in space.

Japan Launches Wooden Satellite

Japan's LignoSat showcases the potential of using wood as a sustainable satellite material to reduce environmental impact.

First Satellite Made of Wood Is Launched Into Space

A Japanese team has launched a satellite made of wood, potentially revolutionizing space engineering and the use of sustainable materials in space.

Japan Launches Wooden Satellite

Japan's LignoSat showcases the potential of using wood as a sustainable satellite material to reduce environmental impact.
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#intelsat

Large Boeing Satellite Suddenly Explodes Into Pieces

The Intelsat IS-33e satellite was destroyed in orbit due to an unexplained anomaly, resulting in total loss and raising concerns about satellite longevity and space debris.

A satellite made by Boeing just fell apart in space

Boeing's communications satellite, Intelsat 33e, has been declared a total loss after an anomaly caused it to disintegrate in orbit.

Large Boeing Satellite Suddenly Explodes Into Pieces

The Intelsat IS-33e satellite was destroyed in orbit due to an unexplained anomaly, resulting in total loss and raising concerns about satellite longevity and space debris.

A satellite made by Boeing just fell apart in space

Boeing's communications satellite, Intelsat 33e, has been declared a total loss after an anomaly caused it to disintegrate in orbit.
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Anduril speeds up launch of defense payloads by buying Apex satellite buses off the shelf | TechCrunch

Anduril is partnering with Apex Space to simplify and expedite satellite bus production for defense, focusing on low-cost, high-volume solutions.

What to know about the 'space weapon' the U.S. says Russia recently launched

Russia's recent satellite launch raised concerns over possible weaponization of space, with the satellite likely aimed at tracking a U.S. spy satellite.
#ers-2

European satellite weighing 5,000lbs will crash to Earth this month

ERS-2, a satellite launched by the European Space Agency in 1995, is set to crash back down to Earth this month.
The exact time and location of the satellite's reentry are unknown, but experts predict it will likely fall into the ocean.
The risk of being injured by space debris is less than 1 in 100 billion.

Dead 5,000lbs European satellite will crash back to Earth this week

ERS-2 returned to Earth this week after decades in space
The satellite was launched in 1995 to study Earth's land, oceans, and polar caps.

European satellite weighing 5,000lbs will crash to Earth this month

ERS-2, a satellite launched by the European Space Agency in 1995, is set to crash back down to Earth this month.
The exact time and location of the satellite's reentry are unknown, but experts predict it will likely fall into the ocean.
The risk of being injured by space debris is less than 1 in 100 billion.

Dead 5,000lbs European satellite will crash back to Earth this week

ERS-2 returned to Earth this week after decades in space
The satellite was launched in 1995 to study Earth's land, oceans, and polar caps.
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#taiwan

Taiwan Sets Off Air Raid Siren as Chinese Satellite Flies Overhead

Taiwan sends air raid alert for Chinese satellite over its airspace
Satellite launch seen as political move before Taiwan's elections

A Missile, a Rocket or a Satellite? Chinese Flyover Sows Confusion in Taiwan.

Taiwan issued an urgent alert about a Chinese satellite flying over the island, causing political controversy during election campaigning.
The initial alert mistakenly referred to the satellite as a missile, causing confusion and criticism.
China has a history of targeting Taiwan during elections, using threatening language and influence operations.

Taiwan Sets Off Air Raid Siren as Chinese Satellite Flies Overhead

Taiwan sends air raid alert for Chinese satellite over its airspace
Satellite launch seen as political move before Taiwan's elections

A Missile, a Rocket or a Satellite? Chinese Flyover Sows Confusion in Taiwan.

Taiwan issued an urgent alert about a Chinese satellite flying over the island, causing political controversy during election campaigning.
The initial alert mistakenly referred to the satellite as a missile, causing confusion and criticism.
China has a history of targeting Taiwan during elections, using threatening language and influence operations.
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