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• US Space Force Removes SDA Director Derek Tournear Amidst Investigation

  Derek Tournear, director of the U.S. Space Force’s Space Development Agency (SDA), has been removed from his position pending an investigation. The probe reportedly involves contractor complaints about procurement methods and potential improper...

  

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• Blue Origin's New Glenn Rocket Achieves Orbit in Historic First Launch

  Blue Origin's New Glenn rocket successfully reached orbit on its inaugural flight, but the attempted first-stage recovery failed. The mission, designated NG-1, carried the Blue Ring Pathfinder payload and marked a significant milestone despite the...

  

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• Hubble Space Telescope Faces Significant Budget Cuts, Threatening Research and Operations

  Proposed budget reductions for the Hubble Space Telescope could drastically impact research, outreach, and even the observatory's operational safety. The Space Telescope Science Institute (STScI) details the potential consequences of a more than...

  

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• Space42 Establishes Contact with New SAR Satellite, Expanding UAE's Space Capabilities

  Space42, a joint venture of Yahsat and Bayanat, successfully contacted its Foresight-2 SAR satellite launched via SpaceX. This expands their SAR constellation and strengthens the UAE's space technology advancements, focusing on AI-driven data...

  

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• Appear's Hardware-Accelerated SRT: Revolutionizing Global Media Transport

  Appear's hardware-accelerated SRT technology is transforming media transport globally, offering cost savings and improved efficiency. Case studies from Grupo RBS, Norlys, Televarpið, Mobilelinks, PSSI, and Riot Games highlight the impact of this...

  

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• Loft Orbital Secures $170 Million to Expand Space-as-a-Service Offering

  Loft Orbital, a leading space-as-a-service provider, raised $170 million in Series C funding to expand its manufacturing capabilities and integrate AI into satellite operations. The company offers a standardized approach to satellite deployment,...

  

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• SpaceX's Transporter-12 Mission Deploys Over 130 Payloads into Orbit

  SpaceX successfully launched its Transporter-12 mission, deploying over 130 satellites, including imaging satellites, reentry vehicles, and even a “selfie sat.” The mission highlights the increasing accessibility of space for various companies and...

  

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• US Risks Falling Behind China in Space Race, Warns Outgoing Air Force Secretary

  Outgoing Air Force Secretary Frank Kendall warns of a growing threat from China in space, urging a massive expansion of US space capabilities to maintain military dominance. He emphasizes the need for AI integration, autonomous systems, and...

  

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• NOAA's Strategic Shift: Prioritizing Event-Specific Satellite Data Purchases

  The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is shifting its satellite data acquisition strategy. Instead of solely relying on global datasets, NOAA will prioritize purchasing event-specific data, such as for oil spills, paying a...

  

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• Blue Origin's New Glenn Launch Scrubbed Due to Technical Issue

  Blue Origin aborted the inaugural launch of its New Glenn rocket due to a technical problem. The launch, designated NG-1, was scrubbed shortly after the countdown began. The company is assessing the issue and planning a future launch attempt,...

  

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• NASA Astrophysics and Planetary Science Divisions See Leadership Changes

  NASA's astrophysics and planetary science divisions have undergone significant leadership changes. Mark Clampin is now acting deputy associate administrator for the science directorate, while Shawn Domagal-Goldman takes over as acting astrophysics...

  

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• ESA's 2025 Budget: A Slight Dip, But Future Growth Expected

  The European Space Agency (ESA) starts 2025 with a slightly reduced budget compared to 2024. However, Director General Josef Aschbacher anticipates a budget increase in the coming years, pending the outcome of the upcoming ministerial conference. ...

  

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• Astranis' Block 2 Satellites Successfully Begin Orbit Raising

  Astranis announced that its four newly launched Block 2 broadband satellites have passed initial tests and started using electric propulsion to reach geostationary orbit. These satellites, launched on December 29th, represent significant...

  

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• SpaceX Launches NRO's NROL-153 Mission: Expanding LEO Satellite Constellation

  SpaceX successfully launched the National Reconnaissance Office's NROL-153 mission, adding to its growing network of small, distributed satellites in low Earth orbit. This mission signifies a shift towards a more resilient and responsive space-based...

  

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• Broadcasters Launch EdgeBeam Wireless: Nationwide Data Transmission via ATSC 3.0

  Four major US broadcast groups – Scripps, Gray, Nexstar, and Sinclair – have formed EdgeBeam Wireless, a joint venture utilizing ATSC 3.0 technology for nationwide data transmission. Targeting automotive connectivity, content delivery networks, and...

  

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• Rubicon Space Systems Delivers Green Propulsion System for NASA Mission

  Rubicon Space Systems has delivered a revolutionary green propulsion system for NASA's Green Propulsion Dual Mode (GPDM) mission, featuring a combined chemical and electric thruster system using the innovative ASCENT propellant. This marks a...

  

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• NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory Evacuated Due to Devastating California Wildfires

  The NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory in Los Angeles was evacuated due to the proximity of raging wildfires. While no fire damage has been reported, strong winds caused some damage to the facility. The Deep Space Network operations have been...

  

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• True Anomaly Appoints Stephen Kitay as SVP of Space Defense

  True Anomaly, a space technology startup, strengthens its national security focus by appointing Stephen Kitay as Senior Vice President of Space Defense. Kitay's extensive experience in U.S. space policy and commercial space integration will drive...

  

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• Rocket Lab Challenges NASA's Mars Sample Return Plan

  Rocket Lab proposes a faster, cheaper alternative to NASA's Mars Sample Return (MSR) plan, urging the new administration to embrace commercial competition and expedite the mission. The company claims its innovative approach can return samples by...

  

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• Pale Blue and D-Orbit Partner for Water-Fueled Thruster Demonstrations

  Japanese startup Pale Blue will partner with Italian transportation company D-Orbit to conduct two demonstrations of its innovative water-fueled thruster in 2025. This collaboration aims to validate the thruster's performance and reliability,...

  

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