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Aethero Secures $8.4M to Revolutionize Space-Based Computing and Autonomy Summary Aethero, a San Francisco-based startup pioneering advanced **space computing architecture**, has successfully closed an $8.4 million seed funding round. The investment, led by Kindred Ventures, will help accelerate the development of next-generation **autonomous spacecraft infrastructure**. With its sights set on reshaping how computation works in […]

The Final Frontier of Commerce: How the Space Economy Is Orbiting Into the Mainstream Summary The space economy is moving beyond imagination and into reality, offering transformative opportunities across sectors. Fueled by advances in technology and declining launch costs, industries from telecommunications to agriculture are reaping benefits from space-based operations. This new frontier is not

Star Wars in Orbit: How National Interests Threaten to Stall LEO Regulation at WRC-27 Summary The upcoming World Radiocommunication Conference in 2027 (WRC-27) could define the strategic trajectory of Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite operations. With the explosive growth of satellite constellations, direct-to-device services, and geopolitical tensions, member states are gearing up for rigorous negotiations.

AI at Apogee: How Agatha Is Revolutionizing Orbital Intelligence in an Era of Crowded Space Summary As the final frontier becomes increasingly congested, advanced tools like Agatha by Slingshot Aerospace are stepping in to help make sense of the bustling and often unpredictable orbital environment. Leveraging the power of artificial intelligence, Agatha serves as a

From Startup to Orbit: How Emile de Rijk and SWISSto12 Redefined the Satellite Industry Summary In just a decade, Emile de Rijk transformed SWISSto12 from a fledgling idea into a revolutionary force in satellite manufacturing. Beginning with a 3D-printed antenna at SATELLITE 2015, his journey demonstrates the profound impact of vision, innovation, and persistence. Today,

How New U.S. Tariffs Could Disrupt the Future of the Global Space Industry Summary The latest wave of U.S. tariffs has created ripples across industries, with the global space industry facing potential upheaval. Increased costs for rare materials and critical tech components could halt innovation and delay multi-national satellite projects. Leading space companies now weigh

Orbital Uncertainty: How Tariffs are Reconfiguring the U.S. Space Industry’s Global Gameplan Summary With recent tariff upheavals introduced under the Trump administration, U.S. space companies are navigating uncharted terrain in global trade. As tariffs extend across a wide swath of imports — including space-grade materials and components — aerospace firms are recalibrating procurement strategies and

Orbital Economics: How U.S. Tariffs Are Reshaping the Business of Space Summary As the global space economy grows at an unprecedented pace, a new force is influencing the trajectory—U.S. tariff regulations. Changes in trade policies are sending shockwaves through space contracts, procurement strategies, and even launch schedules. Both domestic innovators and international partners are assessing

Comtech Navigates Market Shifts as Satellite Segment Sees Q3 Decline Amid Strategic Overhaul Summary Comtech’s Satellite and Space Communications division reported a 5.3% year-over-year revenue decrease in the third quarter of fiscal 2025. This decline comes as the company undergoes a robust transformation strategy focused on enhancing long-term competitiveness and operational resilience. Despite short-term financial

Strategic Skies: BAE Systems and Hanwha Systems Unite to Revolutionize Satellite Intelligence Summary BAE Systems and Hanwha Systems have entered into a strategic partnership to co-develop a groundbreaking multi-sensor satellite system. This new platform will integrate radio frequency (RF) collection and synthetic aperture radar (SAR) technologies to enhance global intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance capabilities. The