Topic: space sustainability
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Europe warns of rising orbital collision risks
The concept of Kessler syndrome has transitioned from science fiction to a pressing reality as orbital collisions become an imminent geopolitical threat. The number of active satellites has surged to approximately 17,000, driven largely by mega-constellations like SpaceX’s Starlink and competing ...
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Space42 & Viasat Launch Equatys for Global 5G Direct-to-Device Services
UAE's Space42 and US-based Viasat have formed a joint venture called Equatys to deliver Direct-to-Device services and integrate Mobile Satellite Services into a 5G framework. Equatys will use a shared "space tower" infrastructure and over 100 MHz of MSS spectrum to provide cost-effective, scalabl...
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SpaceX Buys xAI, Plans Million-Satellite Constellation for AI
SpaceX has acquired AI firm xAI, merging Elon Musk's ventures to create a vertically-integrated company combining space technology with advanced AI research. The merger aims to deploy a massive constellation of up to one million orbital data centers using SpaceX's launch capabilities to power xAI...
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Amazon Rebrands Starlink Rival as 'Project Kuiper'
Amazon has rebranded its satellite internet venture to Amazon Leo, reflecting its operation in Low-Earth Orbit with an initial constellation of 153 satellites. The company plans to deploy over 3,000 satellites through more than 80 missions, utilizing SpaceX rockets for some launches and positioni...
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