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SpaceX pitches subscription model for Trump’s Golden Dome
- SpaceX, in partnership with Palantir and Anduril, has pitched a subscription model for U.S. President Donald Trump's Golden Dome for America.
- The proposal includes deploying 400 to 1,000+ satellites for missile detection and tracking, along with a fleet of 200 attack satellites armed with missiles or lasers.
- SpaceX's subscription model, where the government pays for access instead of owning the system, could enable faster deployment but may limit control over development and pricing.
- The Pentagon is considering the proposal as it evaluates options for the Golden Dome program, positioning SpaceX as a significant player in Trump's missile shield vision.
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Germany’s military plans to build Starlink alternative by 2029
- Germany's military, Bundeswehr, plans to build its own satellite constellation as an alternative to SpaceX's Starlink.
- The aim is to secure independent communications capabilities with its own Starlink-like constellation.
- Germany's timeline for the constellation construction is 2029, but it is unclear whether this is the start or completion of construction.
- The Bundeswehr's interest reflects concerns about dependency on foreign systems, lessons learned from Ukraine's use of Starlink during Russia's invasion.
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It’s time for Europe to choose between US or Chinese satellite tech, says FCC chair
- Federal Communications Commission chair Brendan Carr has urged European allies to choose between US or Chinese satellite technology.
- Carr warned that if Europe has reservations about working with Elon Musk's Starlink, they should be even more concerned about Chinese satellite internet services.
- He emphasized the rise of the Chinese Communist Party as a long-term concern for allied Western democracies.
- Carr believes that Europe is caught between the US and China and needs to make a choice in terms of satellite technology.
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Starlink debuts in Somalia, continuing global expansion
- SpaceX's Starlink internet service has launched in Somalia, expanding its global reach.
- Somalia's government confirmed the issuance of an operating license to SpaceX after a two-and-a-half-year negotiation process.
- The launch aims to improve internet access in a country with spotty coverage and high costs, bridging the digital divide.
- Starlink's expansion in Somalia reflects its global ambitions and potential to reshape rural communities' access to education, commerce, and communication.
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Elon Musk’s SpaceX is reportedly the ‘frontrunner’ for Trump’s missile shield contract
- Elon Musk's SpaceX is reportedly the frontrunner for Trump's missile shield contract.
- SpaceX is working with data analysis firm Palantir and defense company Anduril to build key parts of the missile defense system.
- The proposed system would involve launching hundreds of satellites for missile tracking and a separate fleet of attack satellites.
- SpaceX expects to spend $6 billion to $10 billion to build its portion of the system.
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Starlink executives meet with India’s Commerce Minister
- Starlink executives met with India’s Commerce Minister, Piyush Goyal, to discuss investments and partnerships in India.
- The meeting marks Starlink's first official engagement with an Indian Minister and highlights SpaceX's commitment to the region.
- Starlink has secured partnerships with Bharti Airtel and Jio Platforms to bring its satellite internet service to India, with ongoing discussions with Vodafone Idea.
- While regulatory approval is pending, Starlink aims to comply with government security regulations in order to operate in India's tightly regulated telecom sector.
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Musk’s SpaceX is frontrunner to build Trump’s ‘Golden Dome’ missile shield
- Elon Musk's SpaceX, along with Palantir and Anduril, is a frontrunner to win a part of Trump's 'Golden Dome' missile defense shield.
- The partnership aims to build satellites to detect and track missiles, with potential for an attack satellite fleet.
- Trump's executive order highlighted missile attacks as a severe threat, driving interest in defense startups.
- Musk, a major Trump supporter, could play a significant role in the development of Golden Dome.
- The decision process for the project is still in its early stages and subject to changes.
- SpaceX proposed a unique subscription service model for Golden Dome to expedite deployment.
- There are concerns about relying on this subscription model for a critical defense program.
- SpaceX's involvement in Golden Dome could mark a major shift in defense contracting towards Silicon Valley.
- Other established contractors like Northrop Grumman and Boeing are also expected to be part of the process.
- SpaceX estimates the preliminary engineering work for the satellite constellation to cost between $6-10 billion.
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Italy’s Starlink Debate: Minister Calls for Focus on Tech, Not Musk’s Politics
- Italy's potential $1.6 billion, five-year deal with Starlink sparks debate.
- Defence Minister urges focus on technical merits, not Elon Musk's politics.
- Talks between Starlink and Italy's government draw criticism from opposition parties.
- The outcome will set a precedent for Italy's approach to high-stakes tech partnerships.
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Trippy time-lapse shows Starlink satellites streak light across space
- NASA astronaut Don Pettit shares time-lapse video of SpaceX's Starlink satellites streaking across space.
- The 18-second clip captured from the International Space Station also features city lights on Earth and distant stars.
- SpaceX currently has over 7,000 Starlink satellites orbiting Earth, providing internet connectivity to millions of users.
- Controversy surrounds Starlink's impact on deep space exploration and its role in Ukraine's military operations.
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Live coverage: SpaceX to launch 27 Starlink satellites on Falcon 9 rocket from Cape Canaveral
- SpaceX is set to launch 27 Starlink satellites on Falcon 9 rocket from Cape Canaveral.
- Falcon booster, tail number 1067, will make its 27th flight, setting a new rocket reuse record for SpaceX.
- The launch is targeting 10:34 p.m. EDT (0234 UTC), with favorable weather conditions forecasted.
- The booster will attempt to land on the droneship 'Just Read the Instructions', marking the 115th landing on JRTI and the 431st booster landing to date.
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Live coverage: SpaceX to launch Starshield satellites for the NRO on Falcon 9 rocket from Vandenberg
- SpaceX is set to launch the NRO's ninth mission, NROL-192, with a Falcon 9 rocket.
- The launch will mark the 400th launch of a previously flown Falcon booster.
- The NROL-192 mission is part of the National Reconnaissance Office's proliferated architecture satellite constellation.
- The satellite constellation aims to enhance reconnaissance, surveillance, and intelligence gathering capabilities.
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Parallel Systems is building autonomous electric rail for short-distance freight
- Los Angeles-based company Parallel Systems is developing battery-powered autonomous freight technology to make rail more cost-effective for short-distance deliveries.
- The system allows train cars to autonomously attach and detach, accommodating different delivery sizes and improving safety.
- Parallel Systems has received approval from the Federal Railroad Administration to pilot the technology in Georgia.
- The company recently raised a $38 million Series B round and aims to launch commercially in 2026.
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T-Mobile targets Starlink services for older phones
- T-Mobile has filed a request with the FCC to expand its Starlink-powered satellite messaging service to older smartphones.
- Current FCC rules exclude "legacy devices" from accessing T-Mobile's Starlink phone services.
- T-Mobile argues that allowing connectivity on older phones would bring potentially life-saving communication to more users.
- T-Mobile's aim aligns with the growing phone-to-satellite sector where competitors like AT&T are also considering space-based solutions.
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Rocket Report: “No man’s land” in rocket wars; Isaacman lukewarm on SLS
- The Rocket Report highlights the boom in rocket launches as new megaconstellations deploy thousands of satellites for broadband connectivity from space.
- SpinLaunch, a company known for catapulting rockets into space, is now making a pivot into small satellites and aiming to build a low-Earth orbit telecommunications constellation.
- The move by SpinLaunch seems puzzling after initially focusing on kinetic launch, but the company's CEO reveals plans for a constellation of 280 satellites.
- This edition of the Rocket Report discusses the topic of megaconstellations in detail and welcomes reader submissions for future reports.
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Sci-Fi to Sky-Fi: How Pop Culture Inspired Real-World Space Tech
- Science fiction has always been a source of inspiration for real-world technological advancements, from space travel to satellite networks.
- Sci-fi allows for the exploration of futuristic ideas without the constraints of cost or current technology.
- Arthur C. Clarke's concept of satellite networks in 1945 inspired real-life satellite technology that powers GPS, the internet, and phone networks.
- Star Trek's portrayal of high-tech tools like communicators and tablets influenced the development of similar devices in reality.
- Modern space technologies like SpaceX's Starlink, NASA's Mars rovers, and reusable rockets have roots in sci-fi concepts.
- Spacecoin is a project using satellites to create a global financial system allowing digital money transfers without relying on internet or cell service.
- The connection between sci-fi and real technology is reciprocal, with each inspiring and influencing the other.
- Movies like The Martian and influence figures like Elon Musk, contributing to interest in space exploration and technology development.
- While challenges exist in turning sci-fi into reality, the genre continues to drive innovation and exploration.
- Projects like Spacecoin demonstrate the potential of satellite technology in various fields like education, emergency response, and healthcare.
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