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MBS to Acquire 20% of Berlin Space Technologies, Backing Germany’s First SME-led, Fully Integrated Space Ecosystem

MBS plans to acquire a 20% stake in Berlin Space Technologies (BST), positioning the deal as the launchpad for Germany’s first SME-led, fully integrated space ecosystem. The move signals direct corporate backing for a consolidation-style model across the value chain under a smaller-company-led platform.

2026-05-14T23:44:43.768310-07:00

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European space startups press for “infrastructure” financing as private capital at scale stays scarce

2026-05-14T23:44:43.341259-07:00

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SpaceX IPO set for a record $1.75tn valuation, with Mars-linked control provisions and shifting investor exit mechanics

2026-05-14T13:54:43.782572-07:00

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Cowboy Space files FCC plans for up to 20,000 LEO “Stampede” satellites, backed by $275M funding push and Seattle hub hiring

2026-05-14T15:06:34.545853-07:00

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MBS to Acquire 20% of Berlin Space Technologies, Backing Germany’s First SME-led, Fully Integrated Space Ecosystem MBS plans to acquire a 20% stake in Berlin Space Technologies (BST), positioning the deal as the launchpad for Germany’s first SME-led, fully integrated space ecosystem. The move signals direct corporate backing for a consolidation-style model across the value chain under a smaller-company-led platform.

2026-05-14T23:44:43.768310-07:00

MBS to Acquire 20% of Berlin Space Technologies, Backing Germany’s First SME-led, Fully Integrated Space Ecosystem

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European space startups press for “infrastructure” financing as private capital at scale stays scarce Europe’s space economy is expanding, but the cluster highlights a persistent capital bottleneck: private funding at scale remains difficult to access for growth-stage startups. Founders are increasingly pitching “infrastructure” finance as the path to bridge from early traction to durable, scalable space-business operations.

2026-05-14T23:44:43.341259-07:00

European space startups press for “infrastructure” financing as private capital at scale stays scarce

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Cowboy Space files FCC plans for up to 20,000 LEO “Stampede” satellites, backed by $275M funding push and Seattle hub hiring Cowboy Space has filed with the FCC for an orbital data-center constellation it calls “Stampede,” targeting up to 20,000 satellites for on-orbit compute services. The filing follows a $275 million fundraise aimed at developing rockets with upper stages designed to carry the computing payloads, alongside a planned Seattle-based expansion.

2026-05-14T15:06:34.545853-07:00

Cowboy Space files FCC plans for up to 20,000 LEO “Stampede” satellites, backed by $275M funding push and Seattle hub hiring

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SpaceX IPO set for a record $1.75tn valuation, with Mars-linked control provisions and shifting investor exit mechanics SpaceX’s IPO is moving toward a potential next-month debut at an expected ~$1.75tn valuation, with investors weighing governance trade-offs including weak shareholder rights and a Mars-linked pay/control deal for Elon Musk. The filing reportedly also changes how investors can buy, structure acquisitions/SPACs, and exit holdings, as Blue Origin considers external fundraising.

2026-05-14T13:54:43.782572-07:00

SpaceX IPO set for a record $1.75tn valuation, with Mars-linked control provisions and shifting investor exit mechanics

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Intuitive Machines to acquire UK deep-space communications operator Goonhilly Earth Station Intuitive Machines has entered a definitive agreement to purchase Goonhilly Earth Station Ltd, the UK provider of lunar and deep-space communications, with the deal subject to regulatory approval. The acquisition is positioned to expand Intuitive’s integrated space-to-Earth network, boosting deep-space capacity for communications and PNT services.

2026-05-14T13:23:28.353289-07:00

Intuitive Machines to acquire UK deep-space communications operator Goonhilly Earth Station

Via Satellite

Space42 says Q1 revenues stayed flat as Space Services segment grew Space42 reported flat overall revenue for the three months ended March, but highlighted a strong increase in revenues from its Space Services business during the same period. The update points to continued traction in services even as consolidated results did not improve.

2026-05-14T13:10:10.285637-07:00

Space42 says Q1 revenues stayed flat as Space Services segment grew

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Satellogic reports Q1 momentum: revenue up 80% YoY, cash $129M, EBITDA loss narrowing; customer-paid constellation build begins Satellogic said revenue rose 80% in the three months ended March 31 versus a year earlier, with a reduced EBITDA loss and cash of $129 million (up 29% from Dec. 31). The company also cited a new customer paying for a constellation build, with deployments starting in October.

2026-05-14T11:33:20.956982-07:00

Satellogic reports Q1 momentum: revenue up 80% YoY, cash $129M, EBITDA loss narrowing; customer-paid constellation build begins

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Blacknight Space Labs launches in-orbit infrastructure accelerator for defense-space startups Blacknight Space Labs will provide defense-space companies up to $100,000 each through an in-orbit infrastructure accelerator. Participating startups also receive “startup 101” education, mentorship, and support to break into the defense market—covering fundraising, navigating government contracting, and finding customers.

2026-05-14T06:12:04.039248-07:00

Blacknight Space Labs launches in-orbit infrastructure accelerator for defense-space startups

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MBS to Acquire 20% of Berlin Space Technologies, Backing Germany’s First SME-led, Fully Integrated Space Ecosystem

European space startups press for “infrastructure” financing as private capital at scale stays scarce

SpaceX IPO set for a record $1.75tn valuation, with Mars-linked control provisions and shifting investor exit mechanics

Cowboy Space files FCC plans for up to 20,000 LEO “Stampede” satellites, backed by $275M funding push and Seattle hub hiring

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