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SpaceX IPO Frenzy Leaves Private-Share Buyers in Legal and Fraud Risk

A looming SpaceX IPO has triggered a surge of demand for private shares, but buyers purchasing through special-purpose vehicles and intermediaries face uncertainty about legal ownership and fraud risks. Intense FOMO and complex SPV structures are driving risky investments despite limited verification options.

2026-03-25T11:10:07.092934-07:00

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Office of Space Commerce proposes single 'one‑stop' certification for novel on‑orbit missions

2026-03-25T12:20:04.985577-07:00

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KKR-backed OHB taps banks for a share sale that could trim KKR stake, Bloomberg reports

2026-03-25T13:15:14.494596-07:00

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Terran Orbital unveils star-tracker product line at SATShow 2026

2026-03-25T11:25:33.982475-07:00

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The Future of Space Stations - Part II: Commercial Space

2026-03-25T13:15:19.647391-07:00

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KKR-backed OHB taps banks for a share sale that could trim KKR stake, Bloomberg reports German satellite maker OHB has engaged banks to explore a share sale that could enable minority investor KKR to reduce its holding, Bloomberg reported Wednesday. The move would see OHB sell equity and represents private-equity rebalancing at a European space supplier.

2026-03-25T13:15:14.494596-07:00

KKR-backed OHB taps banks for a share sale that could trim KKR stake, Bloomberg reports

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Office of Space Commerce proposes single 'one‑stop' certification for novel on‑orbit missions NOAA's Office of Space Commerce proposed a single certification pathway for novel on‑orbit activities — from spacecraft servicing to debris removal — seeking to consolidate approvals now split among multiple federal agencies. The draft framework aims to streamline mission authorization for operations that fall outside existing regulatory categories.

2026-03-25T12:20:04.985577-07:00

Office of Space Commerce proposes single 'one‑stop' certification for novel on‑orbit missions

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Terran Orbital unveils star-tracker product line at SATShow 2026 Terran Orbital unveiled a new star-tracker product line at SATShow 2026, expanding its hardware offerings for spacecraft attitude determination. The company showcased the sensors at the industry conference, signaling a push into spaceborne navigation components alongside its satellite manufacturing activities.

2026-03-25T11:25:33.982475-07:00

Terran Orbital unveils star-tracker product line at SATShow 2026

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SpaceX IPO Frenzy Leaves Private-Share Buyers in Legal and Fraud Risk A looming SpaceX IPO has triggered a surge of demand for private shares, but buyers purchasing through special-purpose vehicles and intermediaries face uncertainty about legal ownership and fraud risks. Intense FOMO and complex SPV structures are driving risky investments despite limited verification options.

2026-03-25T11:10:07.092934-07:00

SpaceX IPO Frenzy Leaves Private-Share Buyers in Legal and Fraud Risk

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Canada cancels inaugural lunar rover mission; will redirect expertise to other Moon efforts Canada has cancelled its planned inaugural lunar rover mission but says the programme's engineering expertise and technical teams will be redirected to other Moon efforts. Ottawa framed the decision as a pivot intended to preserve capability and apply lessons learned to future lunar projects.

2026-03-25T11:06:18.947742-07:00

Canada cancels inaugural lunar rover mission; will redirect expertise to other Moon efforts

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Telesat tests laser communications as it eyes a defence role ahead of LEO debut Telesat is conducting laser communications tests as it seeks to position its upcoming low‑Earth‑orbit service for defence users. The optical link trial aims to validate high‑capacity, low‑latency intersatellite and ground connections and to demonstrate military‑grade performance ahead of the constellation's debut.

2026-03-25T08:47:25.099195-07:00

Telesat tests laser communications as it eyes a defence role ahead of LEO debut

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Rocket launch under Northern Lights could be first orbital flight from European soil A small orbital rocket launched beneath the Northern Lights could become the first vehicle to reach orbit from European soil. The attempt, if successful, would mark a milestone for continental launch capability and the emerging commercial launch ecosystem in Europe.

2026-03-25T08:06:01.364777-07:00

Rocket launch under Northern Lights could be first orbital flight from European soil

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SpaceX IPO Frenzy Leaves Private-Share Buyers in Legal and Fraud Risk

Office of Space Commerce proposes single 'one‑stop' certification for novel on‑orbit missions

KKR-backed OHB taps banks for a share sale that could trim KKR stake, Bloomberg reports

Terran Orbital unveils star-tracker product line at SATShow 2026

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