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Virgin Media O2 launches Starlink Direct-to-Cell in UK — Europe’s first commercial D2C service

Virgin Media O2 began offering Starlink Direct-to-Cell satellite-to-smartphone connectivity in the UK on Feb. 26, marking the first commercial deployment of SpaceX's D2C service in Europe. When terrestrial 4G is unavailable, subscribers on the network will automatically route calls and data via Starlink satellites.

2026-02-26T13:20:46.214474-08:00

Via Satellite

Redwire posts 10.3% revenue growth in 2025 as it pivots to defense and scales production

2026-02-26T12:56:25.392357-08:00

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Space Force signals tougher posture as China builds out reconnaissance constellation

2026-02-26T11:35:54.265124-08:00

Via Satellite

BlackSky posts $106.6M revenue in 2025 as growth slows; backlog up 32% amid widening losses

2026-02-26T11:53:32.723158-08:00

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Virgin Media O2 launches Starlink Direct-to-Cell in UK — Europe’s first commercial D2C service Virgin Media O2 began offering Starlink Direct-to-Cell satellite-to-smartphone connectivity in the UK on Feb. 26, marking the first commercial deployment of SpaceX's D2C service in Europe. When terrestrial 4G is unavailable, subscribers on the network will automatically route calls and data via Starlink satellites.

2026-02-26T13:20:46.214474-08:00

Virgin Media O2 launches Starlink Direct-to-Cell in UK — Europe’s first commercial D2C service

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Redwire posts 10.3% revenue growth in 2025 as it pivots to defense and scales production Redwire's 2025 revenue rose 10.3%, which the company attributed to its business maturing and capabilities advancing from development into production. Management framed the results as evidence of a strategic pivot toward defense work as Redwire scales manufacturing and targets larger government programs.

2026-02-26T12:56:25.392357-08:00

Redwire posts 10.3% revenue growth in 2025 as it pivots to defense and scales production

Via Satellite

BlackSky posts $106.6M revenue in 2025 as growth slows; backlog up 32% amid widening losses BlackSky reported $106.6 million in 2025 revenue, up 4.4% year‑over‑year, with fourth‑quarter revenue rising and backlog expanding 32%. Despite those gains the company widened its net loss and recorded a second consecutive year of decelerating YoY growth after 45% in 2023 and 8% in 2024.

2026-02-26T11:53:32.723158-08:00

BlackSky posts $106.6M revenue in 2025 as growth slows; backlog up 32% amid widening losses

The War Zone

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Space Force signals tougher posture as China builds out reconnaissance constellation The head of Space Force Combat Forces warned the U.S. “can’t run away from a bully forever,” signaling a more offensive posture in response to China’s rapidly expanding spy-satellite fleet. The remark underscores a shift toward contesting adversary capabilities in orbit and preparing for more assertive space operations and doctrine.

2026-02-26T11:35:54.265124-08:00

Space Force signals tougher posture as China builds out reconnaissance constellation

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Climate-driven upper-atmosphere changes and FCC review gap heighten risks from SpaceX’s proposed 1‑million satellites Researchers warn climate-driven warming of the upper atmosphere is reducing drag and could extend orbital lifetimes for satellites and debris, complicating collision risk as operators propose up to 1 million spacecraft; regulators face a gap after the FCC said it is not required to assess environmental impacts.

2026-02-26T08:53:32.326907-08:00

Climate-driven upper-atmosphere changes and FCC review gap heighten risks from SpaceX’s proposed 1‑million satellites

SpaceNews.com

Airbus, Leonardo post higher 2025 space revenues, underscoring sector momentum Airbus and Leonardo reported higher space revenues for 2025, increasing the contribution of space activities to their annual results. The year-on-year gains underscore momentum across commercial and defence space markets and reinforce space as an expanding revenue stream for major aerospace primes.

2026-02-26T08:53:31.542944-08:00

Airbus, Leonardo post higher 2025 space revenues, underscoring sector momentum

Payload

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NordSpace launches Canada-focused venture arm, backs Wyvern's Rosette hyperspectral smallsat program NordSpace has launched NordSpace Ventures to invest in Canadian space, defense and dual‑use technologies and made its first deal: backing Edmonton’s hyperspectral‑imaging startup Wyvern. The investment will advance Wyvern’s next‑generation Rosette smallsat program, supporting development of sensors and constellation buildout.

2026-02-26T05:10:43.348839-08:00

NordSpace launches Canada-focused venture arm, backs Wyvern's Rosette hyperspectral smallsat program

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CesiumAstro acquires Vidrovr to embed AI analytics into satellite communications CesiumAstro has acquired Vidrovr to embed AI‑driven analytics into its satellite communications systems, adding real‑time video and data processing on communications terminals, network elements and network operations. The deal accelerates deployment of on‑board analytics capabilities across CesiumAstro’s product line.

2026-02-26T05:00:34.686514-08:00

CesiumAstro acquires Vidrovr to embed AI analytics into satellite communications

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Virgin Media O2 launches Starlink Direct-to-Cell in UK — Europe’s first commercial D2C service

Redwire posts 10.3% revenue growth in 2025 as it pivots to defense and scales production

Space Force signals tougher posture as China builds out reconnaissance constellation

BlackSky posts $106.6M revenue in 2025 as growth slows; backlog up 32% amid widening losses

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