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Planet books Stoke Space launches to diversify access for imaging satellites

Earth-observation company Planet has booked launches with Stoke Space, adding a launch provider as it seeks to diversify access to space for its imaging spacecraft. The announcement links a satellite operator’s launch planning with a new launch provider, though the articles provide no schedule, vehicle, or contract details.

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CCIA report examines satellite connectivity’s role in internet access, emergency communications and economic growth

The Computer & Communications Industry Association released “Connecting the World: Unlocking the Potential of Satellite Connectivity,” a report examining how satellite technology could expand internet access, strengthen emergency communications and drive economic growth. The announcement provides no specific findings, recommendations or quantitative estimates from the report.

Bloomberg

Ukraine parliament backs creation of a Space Force in first reading

Ukraine’s parliament has approved in first reading a bill to establish Space Forces as a new branch of its armed forces. The proposal comes amid concerns about reliance on foreign satellite communications and the operational consequences of disruptions to that connectivity during the war.

Bloomberg

Trump’s Weakness and Overtures to Russia Put Ukraine on Edge

Space.com

European satellite plays Doom in first demonstration of voice control from Earth

Operators on Earth used spoken commands to control an experimental European spacecraft, which then played the video game Doom. The demonstration marks the first orbital use of voice commands to control a satellite, according to the article.

SpaceNews.com

Ceres-2 reaches orbit and Kinetica-2 deploys Qianfan satellites in a four-launch week for China

China’s commercial launch sector logged second flights for both the Ceres-2 and Kinetica-2 rockets, with Ceres-2 reaching orbit and Kinetica-2 carrying Qianfan satellites. The launches came alongside two Long March missions for state programs, underscoring activity across both commercial and government launch providers.

PaxEx.Aero

Gogo's LEO Transition Picks Up Pace as Installations Rise and Revenue Slips

Gogo's shift to next-generation low Earth orbit connectivity for business aviation is gaining momentum, with installations increasing. Revenue, however, continues to decline, underscoring the contrasting installation and financial trends as the company moves toward its next-generation solutions.

FlightGlobal

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Blue Origin adds a third stage to New Glenn, expanding heavy-lift and lunar capabilities

Blue Origin has unveiled a three-stage version of its New Glenn rocket, adding heavy-lift capability to the existing two-stage vehicle. The company says the variant can support longer lunar operations and deliver satellites to geostationary orbit, extending the launcher’s mission range.