An Icelandic developer successfully ported the classic game Doom to run on a European Space Agency satellite in orbit. This seemingly whimsical experiment represents a serious challenge to space computing’s risk-averse culture and could have profound implications for future missions.
Defense contractor L3Harris expects a flood of Pentagon program decisions once the government shutdown concludes. The company has raised its full-year sales guidance despite current delays, with space and missile programs leading growth.
Voyager Technologies’ acquisition of propulsion specialist ExoTerra Resources signals a major consolidation in the space defense sector. The deal positions Voyager to address critical national security gaps in space maneuverability.
Muon Space has reportedly reached an agreement with SpaceX to incorporate Starlink’s optical intersatellite laser links into its satellite designs. This integration is expected to significantly reduce data latency for environmental monitoring missions, particularly wildfire detection. The enhanced connectivity could transform how real-time satellite data supports emergency response efforts.
Muon Space has entered into a significant agreement with SpaceX to integrate Starlink’s optical intersatellite laser link technology into its satellite designs, according to recent reports. Sources indicate this collaboration will enable Muon’s Halo satellite constellation to maintain persistent connectivity through SpaceX’s in-space laser mesh network, potentially revolutionizing environmental monitoring capabilities.
Samsung is reportedly developing a new Exynos SoC featuring an NPU integrated directly into the 5G modem. This AI-powered enhancement could enable real-time satellite communication and optimized signal strength. The development follows executive meetings with SpaceX, suggesting potential collaboration in low-orbit satellite networks.
Samsung is reportedly developing a new Exynos system-on-chip that will integrate a neural processing unit directly into the 5G modem, according to sources familiar with the matter. This architectural advancement would mark a significant departure from current SoC designs and could potentially revolutionize satellite communication capabilities in mobile devices.
Space-to-Space Surveillance Revolution In a significant advancement for space domain awareness, commercial provider Vantor is now delivering high-resolution space-to-space imagery…
Atmospheric carbon dioxide levels surged at an unprecedented rate in 2024, with satellite data revealing the Amazon rainforest’s declining capacity to absorb emissions. The satellite that detected this critical trend now faces potential decommissioning despite remaining operational until 2040.
Atmospheric carbon dioxide concentrations rose faster in 2024 than in any year since systematic measurements began in the late 1950s, according to new satellite analysis. The record-breaking increase of 3.73 parts per million represents a significant acceleration from previous years, with analysts suggesting this indicates a potentially troubling shift in the global carbon cycle.
SpaceX Expands Starlink Network to Space-Based Customers SpaceX is extending its Starlink connectivity beyond terrestrial users to spacecraft in orbit…
Breaking Down Traditional Satellite Barriers Belgian startup Nxgsat has successfully raised €1.2 million ($1.4 million) in seed funding to develop…
