Boeing Satellite Exploded Into at Least 500 Pieces of DebrisA Intelsat satellite exploded, creating around 500 pieces of debris in geostationary orbit, raising concerns about satellite collisions.
Space junk damaging satellites: How do we remove it? DW 04/02/2025ESA warns that space junk collisions threaten satellite services vital for navigation, communications, and Earth monitoring.
Debris is making space travel unsustainableSpace debris and satellite congestion in LEO pose serious threats to the future of space travel, requiring immediate action.
SpaceX creates huge trail over California with satellite launchSpaceX Falcon Heavy rocket produced a massive contrail during Starlink satellite launch.
Boeing Satellite Exploded Into at Least 500 Pieces of DebrisA Intelsat satellite exploded, creating around 500 pieces of debris in geostationary orbit, raising concerns about satellite collisions.
Space junk damaging satellites: How do we remove it? DW 04/02/2025ESA warns that space junk collisions threaten satellite services vital for navigation, communications, and Earth monitoring.
Debris is making space travel unsustainableSpace debris and satellite congestion in LEO pose serious threats to the future of space travel, requiring immediate action.
SpaceX creates huge trail over California with satellite launchSpaceX Falcon Heavy rocket produced a massive contrail during Starlink satellite launch.
Swarms of satellites are harming astronomy. Here's how researchers are fighting backThe rising number of satellites poses significant challenges for ground-based astronomical observations, necessitating collaboration between scientists and satellite companies.
Cleaning up space: how satellites and telescopes can live togetherSatellites enable global communication but significantly hinder astronomers' observations of the cosmos.
Satellites are photobombing astronomy data - could AI offer a solution?Machine-learning algorithms can facilitate better interpretation of images affected by satellite streaks, aiding astronomical observations significantly.
China Joins SpaceX in Ruining Astronomy for EverybodyChina's new Qianfan satellites are significantly impacting astronomers due to their brightness, rivaling space-based competitors and altering night sky visibility.
Bay Area astronomers say what would actually cause a 'Kessler Syndrome' crisisThe increasing number of satellites poses significant risks to Earth, threatening satellite operations and the technologies that depend on them.
Low orbit satellites for phone service may be very brightStarlink's new Direct to Cell (DTC) satellites may be significantly brighter in the sky, potentially exacerbating light pollution concerns.
Swarms of satellites are harming astronomy. Here's how researchers are fighting backThe rising number of satellites poses significant challenges for ground-based astronomical observations, necessitating collaboration between scientists and satellite companies.
Cleaning up space: how satellites and telescopes can live togetherSatellites enable global communication but significantly hinder astronomers' observations of the cosmos.
Satellites are photobombing astronomy data - could AI offer a solution?Machine-learning algorithms can facilitate better interpretation of images affected by satellite streaks, aiding astronomical observations significantly.
China Joins SpaceX in Ruining Astronomy for EverybodyChina's new Qianfan satellites are significantly impacting astronomers due to their brightness, rivaling space-based competitors and altering night sky visibility.
Bay Area astronomers say what would actually cause a 'Kessler Syndrome' crisisThe increasing number of satellites poses significant risks to Earth, threatening satellite operations and the technologies that depend on them.
Low orbit satellites for phone service may be very brightStarlink's new Direct to Cell (DTC) satellites may be significantly brighter in the sky, potentially exacerbating light pollution concerns.
Black spots, satellites and Elon: new technology could fill Australia's mobile gaps but can it be relied on?Australia's vast size and low population challenge the effectiveness of improving mobile coverage.The Labor government plans to introduce legislation for better outdoor mobile access.
UK regulator consults on enabling direct satellite to mobile comms | Computer WeeklyThe UK may enable satellite connections for smartphones, revolutionizing connectivity.
Black spots, satellites and Elon: new technology could fill Australia's mobile gaps but can it be relied on?Australia's vast size and low population challenge the effectiveness of improving mobile coverage.The Labor government plans to introduce legislation for better outdoor mobile access.
UK regulator consults on enabling direct satellite to mobile comms | Computer WeeklyThe UK may enable satellite connections for smartphones, revolutionizing connectivity.
SpaceX will try satellite deployment on next Starship testSpaceX is focusing on enhancing the Starship's performance and testing new technologies for upcoming missions.
As Skies Fill With Space Junk, Nonprofit Urges US to Pause StarLink LaunchesConsumer advocacy group calls for environmental review of low-Earth-orbit satellites like StarLink.
Elon Musk Says Next-Gen Starlink Satellites Will Be so Huge They'll Need to be Launched With StarshipSpaceX is set to launch next-generation Starlink satellites solely with Starship, enabling significantly increased bandwidth and reduced latency.
Musk agrees Starlink orbit traffic jam a 'silly narrative'Musk supports the view that an increased number of satellites won't lead to traffic issues in orbit.
SpaceX nears 7000 Starlinks launched after early morning successSpaceX successfully launched 23 Starlink satellites to low Earth orbit after a topsy-turvy weekend.
SpaceX celebrates Falcon 9 anniversary with Starlink launchSpaceX launched 20 Starlink satellites on the 14th anniversary of Falcon 9's first-ever launch.
SpaceX will try satellite deployment on next Starship testSpaceX is focusing on enhancing the Starship's performance and testing new technologies for upcoming missions.
As Skies Fill With Space Junk, Nonprofit Urges US to Pause StarLink LaunchesConsumer advocacy group calls for environmental review of low-Earth-orbit satellites like StarLink.
Elon Musk Says Next-Gen Starlink Satellites Will Be so Huge They'll Need to be Launched With StarshipSpaceX is set to launch next-generation Starlink satellites solely with Starship, enabling significantly increased bandwidth and reduced latency.
Musk agrees Starlink orbit traffic jam a 'silly narrative'Musk supports the view that an increased number of satellites won't lead to traffic issues in orbit.
SpaceX nears 7000 Starlinks launched after early morning successSpaceX successfully launched 23 Starlink satellites to low Earth orbit after a topsy-turvy weekend.
SpaceX celebrates Falcon 9 anniversary with Starlink launchSpaceX launched 20 Starlink satellites on the 14th anniversary of Falcon 9's first-ever launch.
China is testing experimental 'dogfighting' satellites in space, US general saysChina's testing of experimental satellites capable of complex maneuvers indicates growing military capabilities amidst US-China technological rivalry.
Space Force aims to track enemy aircraft with satellites by 2030sThe Space Force plans to deploy tracking satellites for aerial and ground targets by early 2030s amid resource constraints.
China is testing experimental 'dogfighting' satellites in space, US general saysChina's testing of experimental satellites capable of complex maneuvers indicates growing military capabilities amidst US-China technological rivalry.
Space Force aims to track enemy aircraft with satellites by 2030sThe Space Force plans to deploy tracking satellites for aerial and ground targets by early 2030s amid resource constraints.
Kapta Space launches with $5 million in seed funding to build out its satellite radar technologyKapta Space raises $5 million for radar-based imaging technology to launch low-cost satellites improving space imaging and analytics.
Fuelled by 24M, UK startup gears up to put more thermal satellites in orbitSatVu has raised £20mn to develop advanced thermal imaging satellites to monitor the Earth's temperature and drive climate action.
Kapta Space launches with $5 million in seed funding to build out its satellite radar technologyKapta Space raises $5 million for radar-based imaging technology to launch low-cost satellites improving space imaging and analytics.
Fuelled by 24M, UK startup gears up to put more thermal satellites in orbitSatVu has raised £20mn to develop advanced thermal imaging satellites to monitor the Earth's temperature and drive climate action.
Japanese wooden satellite launched to help curb space trash - Yanko DesignThe first wooden satellite, LingoSat, could revolutionize satellite design by minimizing space debris and pollution.
Palmer Luckey's buzzy defense firm Anduril is expanding into the space businessAnduril is entering the space market with a mission planned for 2025, focusing on AI-powered technologies. It has partnered with Apex for satellite development.
This Gargantuan Lab Simulates Blasting Satellites Into SpaceThe National Satellite Test Facility in the UK centralizes satellite testing processes, improving efficiency and readiness for complex satellite missions.
Spacecoin and the Space Business | HackerNoonHumanity aims to conquer gravity, leading to an emerging space business ecosystem driven by experiments and satellite technologies.
Japanese wooden satellite launched to help curb space trash - Yanko DesignThe first wooden satellite, LingoSat, could revolutionize satellite design by minimizing space debris and pollution.
Palmer Luckey's buzzy defense firm Anduril is expanding into the space businessAnduril is entering the space market with a mission planned for 2025, focusing on AI-powered technologies. It has partnered with Apex for satellite development.
This Gargantuan Lab Simulates Blasting Satellites Into SpaceThe National Satellite Test Facility in the UK centralizes satellite testing processes, improving efficiency and readiness for complex satellite missions.
Spacecoin and the Space Business | HackerNoonHumanity aims to conquer gravity, leading to an emerging space business ecosystem driven by experiments and satellite technologies.
Russian rocket takes Iranian satellites into orbit as ties grow closerIran successfully launched its first private sector satellites, Kowsar and Hodhod, reflecting expanding cooperation with Russia.The launch underscores Iran's growing capabilities in space technology.
Skeptical of Russia's data, some Western officials judge its economy by looking at Moscow from spaceSweden uses nighttime satellite images to assess the decline of Russia's economy based on light emissions as indicators.
Russian rocket takes Iranian satellites into orbit as ties grow closerIran successfully launched its first private sector satellites, Kowsar and Hodhod, reflecting expanding cooperation with Russia.The launch underscores Iran's growing capabilities in space technology.
Skeptical of Russia's data, some Western officials judge its economy by looking at Moscow from spaceSweden uses nighttime satellite images to assess the decline of Russia's economy based on light emissions as indicators.
India becomes fourth country to dock satellites in orbitIndia's successful docking of satellites marks it as the fourth country to achieve this significant milestone in space technology.
Europe agrees on Iris: 10.6 billion satellite network as Starlink alternativeThe Iris² project is strategically important for the EU, involving increased funding and a partnership with an industrial consortium.
These satellites are on a mission to create the first fake solar eclipses. Here's howThe mission aims to create prolonged artificial solar eclipses for better scientific insights into the sun's corona and solar phenomena.
The Script's Danny O'Donoghue on Touring with Pink, Zero Gravity, and Guerilla Gigs: PodcastDanny O'Donoghue reflects on the band's journey with their latest album 'Satellites', emphasizing resilience and emotional connection after personal loss.
Bridgit Mendler's Northwood makes ground station connection with Planet Labs in key test | TechCrunchNorthwood Space's phased-array antenna system achieved successful communication with Planet Labs satellites, addressing key connectivity needs in the growing space industry.
Elon Musk has gained a concerning level of power over US national security | Robert ReichElon Musk's joking post about assassinations triggered an investigation by the Secret Service, highlighting the risks of individual influence on national security.
The first commercial satellite launched 25 years ago-and totally changed the worldIkonos revolutionized Earth observation by making satellite imagery commercially accessible, facilitating profound impacts on environmental monitoring and data liberalization.
New satellite to image the Earth and strengthen Europe's Copernicus programme - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.comThe successful launch of Sentinel-2C enhances Copernicus, providing crucial data for climate and disaster response.
Satellites and Space Stations BewareNukes in Space Could Threaten the SkiesSetting off a nuclear bomb in space is a bad idea, with concerns raised over Russia's potential space nuclear weapon program.
This unfolding thermal telescope can tell if your home is leaking heatSuperSharp aims to develop an affordable unfolding heat-detecting telescope for high-resolution thermal images, filling the gap between large, expensive satellites and small, low-cost ones.
Satellites and Space Stations BewareNukes in Space Could Threaten the SkiesSetting off a nuclear bomb in space is a bad idea, with concerns raised over Russia's potential space nuclear weapon program.
This unfolding thermal telescope can tell if your home is leaking heatSuperSharp aims to develop an affordable unfolding heat-detecting telescope for high-resolution thermal images, filling the gap between large, expensive satellites and small, low-cost ones.
How India can become a science powerhouseIndia has the opportunity to enhance science funding by encouraging businesses to contribute more.
A Global Push Fixed the Ozone Hole. Satellites Could Threaten It.Satellites in low-Earth orbit can potentially contribute to the depletion of the ozone layer by generating aluminum oxide nanoparticles upon re-entry.
DARPA and Slingshot build system to detect 'wolf in sheep's clothing' adversary satellites | TechCrunchThe increase in satellites in low Earth orbit provides opportunities for bad actors to hide weapons or spy satellites amidst mega-constellations.
A Global Push Fixed the Ozone Hole. Satellites Could Threaten It.Satellites in low-Earth orbit can potentially contribute to the depletion of the ozone layer by generating aluminum oxide nanoparticles upon re-entry.
DARPA and Slingshot build system to detect 'wolf in sheep's clothing' adversary satellites | TechCrunchThe increase in satellites in low Earth orbit provides opportunities for bad actors to hide weapons or spy satellites amidst mega-constellations.
Biden administration looks to give Rocket Lab $24M to boost space-grade solar cell production | TechCrunchRocket Lab receives $24 million federal funding to boost compound semiconductor production for satellites and spacecraft.