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Contrivian and Big Network to merge, consolidating satellite networking software

Contrivian and Big Network announced a merger combining two networking-software specialists in a consolidation move likely to reshape tools and competitive dynamics used by satellite operators, ground-segment vendors and constellation builders. The tie-up signals further concentration in a niche increasingly central to satellite connectivity and services.

2026-02-23T13:15:29.880261-08:00

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Can Marine taps Eutelsat OneWeb LEO to power Asia‑Pacific maritime connectivity

2026-02-23T11:33:45.225892-08:00

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Space Force seeks industry input on in-orbit refueling

2026-02-23T11:13:44.013363-08:00

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Open Cosmos seeks $200M for Liechtenstein‑licensed Ka‑band LEO constellation ahead of June, September deadlines

2026-02-23T10:50:35.363495-08:00

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Contrivian and Big Network to merge, consolidating satellite networking software Contrivian and Big Network announced a merger combining two networking-software specialists in a consolidation move likely to reshape tools and competitive dynamics used by satellite operators, ground-segment vendors and constellation builders. The tie-up signals further concentration in a niche increasingly central to satellite connectivity and services.

2026-02-23T13:15:29.880261-08:00

Contrivian and Big Network to merge, consolidating satellite networking software

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Can Marine taps Eutelsat OneWeb LEO to power Asia‑Pacific maritime connectivity Can Marine will use Eutelsat’s OneWeb LEO constellation under a multi‑year agreement to deliver maritime connectivity across the Asia‑Pacific, serving merchant shipping and offshore energy customers. Can Marine will provide end‑to‑end satellite communications including network design, service delivery and support.

2026-02-23T11:33:45.225892-08:00

Can Marine taps Eutelsat OneWeb LEO to power Asia‑Pacific maritime connectivity

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Space Force seeks industry input on in-orbit refueling The U.S. Space Force has asked industry for information on in-orbit refueling, probing commercial capability, demand, and operational concepts to sustain satellites and extend mission endurance. The RFI seeks market input to shape future acquisition, standards and potential partnerships for on-orbit fuel transfer.

2026-02-23T11:13:44.013363-08:00

Space Force seeks industry input on in-orbit refueling

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Open Cosmos seeks $200M for Liechtenstein‑licensed Ka‑band LEO constellation ahead of June, September deadlines Open Cosmos has launched a $200 million funding round to finance a Liechtenstein‑licensed Ka‑band LEO broadband constellation. The Britain–Spain developer says the raise is timed to meet looming June and September milestones as it moves toward regulatory and deployment steps.

2026-02-23T10:50:35.363495-08:00

Open Cosmos seeks $200M for Liechtenstein‑licensed Ka‑band LEO constellation ahead of June, September deadlines

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SDA awards $30M HALO prototype to AST SpaceMobile for tactical broadband demo The Space Development Agency has awarded AST SpaceMobile a $30 million prototype agreement under its HALO (Hybrid Acquisition for Proliferated Low Earth Orbit) commercial solutions program to demonstrate tactical satellite communications (TACSATCOM) military broadband from commercial LEO assets.

2026-02-23T10:17:20.937507-08:00

SDA awards $30M HALO prototype to AST SpaceMobile for tactical broadband demo

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Aalyria raises $100M at $1.3B to scale laser-linked satellite mesh and Spacetime orchestration Aalyria raised $100 million in a Series B round valuing the company at $1.3 billion to accelerate deployment of its Tightbeam optical terminals and Spacetime network‑orchestration software, enabling laser-linked satellite meshes and dynamic routing of data across space, air and ground. Investors included Battery Ventures and J2 Ventures.

2026-02-23T09:07:22.053061-08:00

Aalyria raises $100M at $1.3B to scale laser-linked satellite mesh and Spacetime orchestration

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Re-framing orbital debris risk: from statistical probabilities to a dosage-based approach A proposed shift in orbital-debris assessment urges regulators and operators to measure cumulative "dosage" of debris exposure rather than relying solely on statistical collision probabilities. The dosage framework prioritizes long‑term exposure, persistent small‑object risk and the aggregate impact of repeated low‑severity encounters on assets and airspace safety.

2026-02-23T06:12:51.660187-08:00

Re-framing orbital debris risk: from statistical probabilities to a dosage-based approach

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Engineering EarthDaily: Achieving Global Daily Coverage with Science‑Grade, Multi‑Spectral Sensors A technical deep dive into EarthDaily’s sensor and mission design explains how the constellation achieves true global daily coverage while preserving scientific‑grade radiometry and broad multispectral diversity. The engineering trade‑offs, calibration approach and data‑processing chain underpin capability for rapid‑change detection, environmental monitoring and commercial analytics.

2026-02-23T06:12:51.257331-08:00

Engineering EarthDaily: Achieving Global Daily Coverage with Science‑Grade, Multi‑Spectral Sensors

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Contrivian and Big Network to merge, consolidating satellite networking software

Can Marine taps Eutelsat OneWeb LEO to power Asia‑Pacific maritime connectivity

Space Force seeks industry input on in-orbit refueling

Open Cosmos seeks $200M for Liechtenstein‑licensed Ka‑band LEO constellation ahead of June, September deadlines

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