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ISRO study links the Sun’s 11-year cycle to faster orbital decay and more frequent debris re-entries

An ISRO-led analysis finds that stronger solar activity—peaking near the 11-year sunspot cycle—accelerates orbital loss for low-Earth-orbit debris, causing older dead satellites to fall faster to Earth. The result is relevant for fuel planning and collision-risk assessments in congested orbits.

2026-05-06T03:55:29.858985-07:00

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Simera Sense launches SSA Scape100 full-motion imaging system for real-time European space situational awareness and in-orbit se

2026-05-06T01:10:35.527306-07:00

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Viasat to launch in-flight connectivity “quality metrics” framework beyond raw network speed

2026-05-06T01:35:19.736368-07:00

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Swissto12 signs German partnership to add D2D broadcast/media capabilities to GEO satellites

2026-05-05T16:18:38.395986-07:00

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ISRO study links the Sun’s 11-year cycle to faster orbital decay and more frequent debris re-entries An ISRO-led analysis finds that stronger solar activity—peaking near the 11-year sunspot cycle—accelerates orbital loss for low-Earth-orbit debris, causing older dead satellites to fall faster to Earth. The result is relevant for fuel planning and collision-risk assessments in congested orbits.

2026-05-06T03:55:29.858985-07:00

ISRO study links the Sun’s 11-year cycle to faster orbital decay and more frequent debris re-entries

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LiveEO raises €28M to scale AI geospatial intelligence and launch its own dual-use satellite constellation Berlin-based geospatial intelligence startup LiveEO closed its first series round, raising more than €28 million led by b2ventures with the EIC and defense VC Helantic participating. The funding is intended to expand its civil infrastructure monitoring business and support a dual-use defense effort, alongside plans to launch a dedicated constellation.

2026-05-06T02:29:46.887284-07:00

LiveEO raises €28M to scale AI geospatial intelligence and launch its own dual-use satellite constellation

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Viasat to launch in-flight connectivity “quality metrics” framework beyond raw network speed Viasat says inflight connectivity performance should be measured using quality metrics—not speed alone—as airline expectations evolve. The company is preparing to launch a satcom “in-flight quality metrics” approach intended to better describe user experience and service performance for onboard Wi‑Fi procurement and operations.

2026-05-06T01:35:19.736368-07:00

Viasat to launch in-flight connectivity “quality metrics” framework beyond raw network speed

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Simera Sense launches SSA Scape100 full-motion imaging system for real-time European space situational awareness and in-orbit se Simera Sense has launched the SSA Scape100 Full Motion system, aimed at delivering real-time space situational awareness and enabling in-orbit security operations. The capability targets faster detection and response workflows, aligning with Europe’s push to scale sensing and improve operational resilience in SSA.

2026-05-06T01:10:35.527306-07:00

Simera Sense launches SSA Scape100 full-motion imaging system for real-time European space situational awareness and in-orbit se

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Swissto12 signs German partnership to add D2D broadcast/media capabilities to GEO satellites Swissto12 has struck a new partnership in Germany aimed at bringing expanded media broadcast capabilities to geostationary (GEO) satellites. The deal underscores the company’s push to broaden the payload and services tied to its small-GEO platform as D2D use cases scale.

2026-05-05T16:18:38.395986-07:00

Swissto12 signs German partnership to add D2D broadcast/media capabilities to GEO satellites

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NASA radar (NISAR) shows Mexico City subsiding up to 25cm/yr, with impacts already visible on subway, roads and buildings NASA-ISRO’s NISAR radar imagery indicates Mexico City is sinking at rates up to 25cm per year. Some locations are dropping faster than expected—at times exceeding 0.5 inches per month—raising the risk profile for urban infrastructure and water- and ground-stability planning. Scientists and monitoring teams are calling for urgent tracking and mitigation.

2026-05-05T14:54:00.070250-07:00

NASA radar (NISAR) shows Mexico City subsiding up to 25cm/yr, with impacts already visible on subway, roads and buildings

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Ukraine experiment uses handheld devices to task commercial imaging satellites for frontline intelligence Ukrainian forces tested a direct-to-device approach for commissioning commercial satellite imagery for frontline troops, aiming to bypass slower, centralized intelligence workflows. The experiment underscores how battlefield users are seeking faster imagery tasking loops using commercially accessible space assets.

2026-05-05T14:48:36.672581-07:00

Ukraine experiment uses handheld devices to task commercial imaging satellites for frontline intelligence

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Amazon’s $10.8bn Globalstar buy: spectrum and D2D implications for MSS-to-connectivity strategy Amazon’s planned acquisition of Globalstar for about $10.8 billion would bundle MSS satellites, spectrum rights and operating infrastructure into an expanded play for low-Earth-orbit direct-to-device (D2D) connectivity. An analyst roundtable examines what this means for MSS spectrum value and the competitive D2D market dynamics.

2026-05-05T13:50:19.569536-07:00

Amazon’s $10.8bn Globalstar buy: spectrum and D2D implications for MSS-to-connectivity strategy

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ISRO study links the Sun’s 11-year cycle to faster orbital decay and more frequent debris re-entries

Simera Sense launches SSA Scape100 full-motion imaging system for real-time European space situational awareness and in-orbit se

Viasat to launch in-flight connectivity “quality metrics” framework beyond raw network speed

Swissto12 signs German partnership to add D2D broadcast/media capabilities to GEO satellites

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