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Ukraine seeks Starlink alternatives from the EU
- Ukraine is exploring EU satellite alternatives to Starlink due to concerns over Elon Musk's unpredictability.
- Starlink provides essential connectivity for Ukraine's military, but Elon Musk's influence has raised strategic concerns.
- The European Union is developing Govsatcom system as a potential alternative to Starlink, but it is limited in its capacity to provide battlefield connectivity.
- Eutelsat, a Franco-British operator, and the EU's Iris2 project are also being considered as alternatives, but they have limitations in scale and timeline.
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SpaceX powers Bandwagon-3 to orbit. Watch the highlights
- SpaceX successfully launched the Bandwagon-3 mission from Cape Canaveral, Florida.
- The rocket carried ADD’s 425Sat-3, Tomorrow Companies Inc.’s Tomorrow-S7, and Atmos Space Cargo’s Phoenix reentry capsule.
- The first stage of Falcon 9 rocket landed at Landing Zone 2 in Cape Canaveral.
- Bandwagon-3 mission highlights SpaceX's commitment to broadening access to orbit for small satellite operators.
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Whistleblower: DOGE Siphoned NLRB Case Data
- A security architect at the NLRB alleges that DOGE employees transferred sensitive data in March using short-lived accounts configured to leave few traces.
- The data outflows coincided with blocked login attempts from a Russian internet address using valid credentials.
- The whistleblower's letter was sent to the Senate Select Committee on Intelligence.
- The NLRB is an independent agency that investigates unfair labor practices and stores sensitive data.
- DOGE officials demanded powerful 'tenant admin' accounts exempt from detailed logging activity.
- The new DOGE accounts had unrestricted access to NLRB databases and the ability to alter information.
- One DOGE account created a virtual environment and transferred approximately 10 gigabytes of data from the NLRB's system.
- Numerous login attempts from a Russian IP address using correct credentials for a DOGE account raised alarm.
- The NLRB launched an investigation but was instructed to drop it, prompting the whistleblower to go public.
- Claims of network anomalies, missing logs, and unauthorized code library downloads further raised suspicions.
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Live coverage: SpaceX to launch Bandwagon-3 rideshare mission on Falcon 9 rocket from Cape Canaveral
- SpaceX is set to launch the Bandwagon-3 rideshare mission on a Falcon 9 rocket from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station.
- The launch is scheduled for 8:48 p.m. EDT from Space Launch Complex 40 and will mark SpaceX's 245th orbital launch from this pad.
- This will be the third launch in SpaceX's rideshare program to mid-inclination orbits, carrying various payloads.
- Payloads include the fourth synthetic aperture radar (SAR) satellite for the Korea 425 Project constellation for the South Korean military.
- Other payloads onboard include Tomorrow Company Inc.’s Tomorrow-S7 satellite and Atmos Space Cargo’s Phoenix re-entry capsule.
- Atmos Space Cargo's Phoenix 1 mission, the German company's re-entry capsule, aims to collect data on the inflatable heat shield and execute a controlled re-entry.
- The Phoenix 1 spacecraft carries payloads from DLR, IDDK, and Frontier Space, with objectives ranging from radiation detection to biological experiments.
- Atmos Space Cargo received €13.1 million funding to develop the Phoenix 2 spacecraft, aimed at advancing reusable space technology.
- The Bandwagon-3 mission has adapted its trajectory, shifting the re-entry path from Africa to off the coast of Brazil in the Atlantic Ocean.
- Atmos plans an experimental monitoring approach during re-entry, using air-to-air reconnaissance to secure crucial flight data for future missions.
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Live coverage: SpaceX to launch 32nd resupply mission for NASA to the International Space Station
- SpaceX is set to launch the CRS-32 mission, sending an uncrewed Cargo Dragon to the International Space Station with 6,700 pounds of science and supplies.
- After a transportation mishap, NASA had to prioritize food and other supplies over science hardware for this mission.
- The next Northrop Grumman delivery mission has been delayed until September, while Sierra Space's Dream Chaser launch is also running behind schedule.
- NASA is considering a cargo-only mission for Boeing's Starliner capsule and the introduction of Japan's HTV-X cargo ships.
- The CRS-33 mission will test technologies for the U.S. Deorbit Vehicle, aiming to bring down the ISS around 2031.
- The upcoming Cargo Dragon mission will feature enhanced drogue parachutes for its return to Earth.
- Following the launch, SpaceX will review data from the parachute changes to implement improvements across their fleet.
- The Falcon 9 first stage booster 1092 will be used for this mission, targeting a successful landing at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station.
- The Cargo Dragon will carry various experiments, including studying protein fluid flow, air quality monitors, and space radiation effects on telomeres.
- Favorable launch weather conditions are forecasted for both Monday and Tuesday, with a high chance of successful liftoff.
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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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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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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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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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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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