Tag: satellites

Shanghai Xingshu Tiansuan deploys initial satellites for a planned 1,000-unit space computing constellation, predating Elon Musk’s efforts.

Russia and the US will continue joint operations of the ISS until 2030 while aligning satellite activities and lunar exploration plans.

Tiny fragments of space debris near geosynchronous orbit threaten expensive satellites vital to global communications and navigation.

In the first half of 2026, SpaceX deployed 1,589 Starlink satellites, surpassing its previous record from 2025.

SpaceX confirmed that it deorbited 260 Starlink satellites between December 2025 and May 2026 by allowing them to burn up in Earth’s atmosphere.

Rocket Lab announces acquisition of Iridium Communications, gaining 80 satellites and aiming to enhance global satellite connectivity.

SpaceX reveals Starmind, a future satellite constellation integrating AI, continuing its tradition of star-themed projects in space infrastructure.

SpaceX has launched over 15,000 satellites, exceeding the combined total launched by all other countries and organizations since 1957.

Reliance Jio aims to launch a low-earth orbit satellite network to provide internet across India, positioning itself against Starlink.

AST SpaceMobile deployed BlueBird 8, 9, and 10 in a single launch, advancing its satellite network for direct smartphone connectivity.

Europe’s Ariane 6 rocket successfully launched in its heaviest setup, deploying 36 Amazon LEO satellites from French Guiana.

SpaceX plans a huge manufacturing complex in Texas to produce satellites for orbital AI data center constellations.

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