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SpaceX cuts Starlink internet prices in Memphis, Tennessee amid local data-center opposition and legal challenges

SpaceX has discounted Starlink internet plans for customers in Memphis, Tennessee, as it faces blowback and legal challenges from opponents of its data center development in the area and neighboring Mississippi. The pricing shift highlights how regulatory and community pressure is affecting Starlink’s go-to-market approach at the local level.

2026-06-30T12:58:55.307450-07:00

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Vertical Aerospace signs Astronics deal for Valo eVTOL low-voltage power distribution

2026-06-29T04:43:03.747295-07:00

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Quantum computing race turns encryption into an “in-orbit” national security risk for satellite operators

2026-06-29T06:10:20.148944-07:00

Paddle Your Own Kanoo

UK regulators issue urgent warning on rising power-bank overheating and lithium-device fires aboard aircraft

2026-06-26T00:56:25.988201-07:00

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SpaceX cuts Starlink internet prices in Memphis, Tennessee amid local data-center opposition and legal challenges SpaceX has discounted Starlink internet plans for customers in Memphis, Tennessee, as it faces blowback and legal challenges from opponents of its data center development in the area and neighboring Mississippi. The pricing shift highlights how regulatory and community pressure is affecting Starlink’s go-to-market approach at the local level.

2026-06-30T12:58:55.307450-07:00

SpaceX cuts Starlink internet prices in Memphis, Tennessee amid local data-center opposition and legal challenges

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Quantum computing race turns encryption into an “in-orbit” national security risk for satellite operators Quantum computing progress is accelerating as nations compete to deploy systems powerful enough to break today’s encryption methods. The shift creates direct exposure for the commercial space sector—especially satellite operators—whose communications and control rely on current cryptographic protections.

2026-06-29T06:10:20.148944-07:00

Quantum computing race turns encryption into an “in-orbit” national security risk for satellite operators

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Vertical Aerospace signs Astronics deal for Valo eVTOL low-voltage power distribution Vertical Aerospace has entered a long-term agreement with Astronics to supply the low-voltage power distribution system for its Valo eVTOL aircraft. The supplier selection supports Vertical’s certification progress by locking in a core electrical sub-system for the airframe’s electrification architecture.

2026-06-29T04:43:03.747295-07:00

Vertical Aerospace signs Astronics deal for Valo eVTOL low-voltage power distribution

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UK regulators issue urgent warning on rising power-bank overheating and lithium-device fires aboard aircraft British aviation regulators say official statistics show incidents involving overheating lithium battery-powered devices—including power banks—have nearly doubled year-on-year on aircraft. The warning highlights escalating in-flight fire risk from consumer electronics and reinforces the need for tighter passenger and handling controls.

2026-06-26T00:56:25.988201-07:00

UK regulators issue urgent warning on rising power-bank overheating and lithium-device fires aboard aircraft

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SpaceComputer partners with SpaceManic on security demo mission for on-orbit shared compute and rideshare satellites SpaceComputer’s Space Fabric security solution is designed to address growing on-orbit hacking threats and to secure shared-compute modules used by rideshare satellites. The company is partnering with SpaceManic on a demonstration mission focused on protecting distributed space computing environments.

2026-06-25T06:07:49.431410-07:00

SpaceComputer partners with SpaceManic on security demo mission for on-orbit shared compute and rideshare satellites

SpaceWatch Global

Qualinx integrates full Galileo OSNMA support on QLX3Gx ultra‑low‑power GNSS receiver Qualinx says it has completed integration of full Galileo OSNMA (Open Service Navigation Message Authentication) on its QLX3Gx Series ultra-low-power GNSS receiver chip. The update brings authenticated GNSS positioning to low-power devices, targeting more trustworthy location in environments where GNSS authenticity is critical.

2026-06-25T00:47:55.415356-07:00

Qualinx integrates full Galileo OSNMA support on QLX3Gx ultra‑low‑power GNSS receiver

SpaceWatch Global

Dutch semiconductor firm brings authenticated, secure satellite positioning to handheld devices A Dutch semiconductor company says it is moving authenticated satellite positioning—previously limited to power-hungry, high-cost defense, aviation and other specialist systems—onto handheld devices. The goal is to deliver secure positioning without the constraints of traditional authenticated GNSS solutions.

2026-06-25T00:47:55.415356-07:00

Dutch semiconductor firm brings authenticated, secure satellite positioning to handheld devices

Via Satellite

Space sector sees 400% surge in cyberattacks amid Iran war as US-Israel operations raise threat tempo Experts cited in the cluster say the space sector is experiencing a dramatic rise in cyberattack frequency and sophistication—up to a reported 400%—in the wake of U.S. and Israel-led military operations tied to the Iran conflict. The escalation underscores growing risk to satellite and ground systems during active conflict.

2026-06-23T14:26:14.492113-07:00

Space sector sees 400% surge in cyberattacks amid Iran war as US-Israel operations raise threat tempo

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SpaceX cuts Starlink internet prices in Memphis, Tennessee amid local data-center opposition and legal challenges

Vertical Aerospace signs Astronics deal for Valo eVTOL low-voltage power distribution

Quantum computing race turns encryption into an “in-orbit” national security risk for satellite operators

UK regulators issue urgent warning on rising power-bank overheating and lithium-device fires aboard aircraft

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