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United Launch Alliance Atlas V to launch 29 Amazon Kuiper “Leo” broadband satellites July 2 from Florida

United Launch Alliance’s Atlas V is scheduled to lift off from Florida in the early hours of July 2, carrying 29 Amazon “Leo” broadband satellites into orbit. The launch provides a next step in deploying Amazon’s LEO broadband constellation via ULA’s proven Atlas V rideshare architecture.

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2026-07-01T13:29:56.313042-07:00

Space Intel Report

UN space situational awareness framework faces friction over operator-to-operator links

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2026-07-01T10:14:19.402780-07:00

SpaceNews.com

SpaceX IPO fallout: Starship reuse optimism collides with post-listing slump as short sellers pile in

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2026-07-01T04:16:37.527166-07:00

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Lunar Forge proposes using lunar regolith to build low-cost fission-reactor infrastructure on the Moon

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2026-07-01T05:51:07.565753-07:00

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Bloomberg

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SpaceX board veteran Antonio Gracias seeks new AI and energy bets after SpaceX windfall Antonio Gracias, a long-time SpaceX board member, is pursuing further investments in artificial intelligence, energy and space following the windfall from prior bets in Elon Musk’s company—one fund reportedly nearing $100 billion. The shift signals how capital that has accrued in commercial launch and space is being redirected into adjacent deep-tech sectors.

2026-07-01T13:44:56.264790-07:00

SpaceX board veteran Antonio Gracias seeks new AI and energy bets after SpaceX windfall

Space.com

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United Launch Alliance Atlas V to launch 29 Amazon Kuiper “Leo” broadband satellites July 2 from Florida United Launch Alliance’s Atlas V is scheduled to lift off from Florida in the early hours of July 2, carrying 29 Amazon “Leo” broadband satellites into orbit. The launch provides a next step in deploying Amazon’s LEO broadband constellation via ULA’s proven Atlas V rideshare architecture.

2026-07-01T13:29:56.313042-07:00

United Launch Alliance Atlas V to launch 29 Amazon Kuiper “Leo” broadband satellites July 2 from Florida

Space Intel Report

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UN space situational awareness framework faces friction over operator-to-operator links A UN committee developing a coordinated international framework for space situational awareness and satellite collision avoidance has hit a roadblock. The sticking point: some nations want government agencies to be the first contact for operator communications, rather than allowing private sector operator-to-operator coordination. The group plans its first report in July.

2026-07-01T10:14:19.402780-07:00

UN space situational awareness framework faces friction over operator-to-operator links

Space Intel Report

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UN Space Situational Awareness group confronts divergent government views on private sector, plans 1st report in July

2026-07-01T10:14:19.402780-07:00

UN Space Situational Awareness

Bloomberg

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Rocket Lab moves toward Neutron’s long-delayed debut, framing a major test ahead Rocket Lab is ratcheting up its effort for the long-delayed debut of Neutron, positioning the next milestone as a key test with intensifying competitive pressure from SpaceX. The update underscores how schedule execution remains central to sustaining Neutron’s commercial and strategic momentum.

2026-07-01T07:17:36.674982-07:00

Rocket Lab moves toward Neutron’s long-delayed debut, framing a major test ahead

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Lunar Forge proposes using lunar regolith to build low-cost fission-reactor infrastructure on the Moon Lunar Forge says its concept is to cut the cost of establishing surface fission power by using lunar regolith to form most of the reactor support and shielding structure. The approach targets a major reduction in the infrastructure required to house and protect a reactor core using locally available materials.

2026-07-01T05:51:07.565753-07:00

Lunar Forge proposes using lunar regolith to build low-cost fission-reactor infrastructure on the Moon

SpaceNews.com

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Vexcel and Vantor push faster, higher-fidelity geospatial data—Vexcel expands aerial imagery into Mexico; Vantor launches WorldV Vexcel said it is expanding its large aerial imagery collection program into Mexico, aiming to deliver high-resolution aerial imagery and geospatial data to major metropolitan areas. Vantor (Maxar) introduced WorldView 3D, a satellite tasking product designed to return highly accurate 3D maps within 24 hours for autonomous systems, tactical operations, intelligence analysis, and digital mapping.

2026-07-01T05:44:13.422470-07:00

Vexcel and Vantor push faster, higher-fidelity geospatial data—Vexcel expands aerial imagery into Mexico; Vantor launches WorldV

SpaceNews.com

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EchoStar’s DISH DBS and wireless subsidiaries file for prepackaged Chapter 11, targeting $9B+ debt relief ahead of senior note m EchoStar said its DISH DBS pay-TV satellite broadcasting subsidiary—and certain wireless affiliates tied to the satellite TV and 5G/abandoned wireless businesses—has filed for Chapter 11 protection. The filing follows delays around a crucial AT&T transaction and is designed as a prepackaged restructuring to cut the debt load early after spectrum sales to SpaceX and AT&T.

2026-07-01T05:24:51.917591-07:00

EchoStar’s DISH DBS and wireless subsidiaries file for prepackaged Chapter 11, targeting $9B+ debt relief ahead of senior note m

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