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Thales and Leonardo selected by NATO NCIA for next-generation secure deployable comms for SOFCOM NATO’s Communications and Information Agency (NCIA) has selected a Thales–Leonardo consortium to provide a next-generation secure deployable communication and information system dedicated to the Allied Special Operations Forces Command (SOFCOM). The award underscores ongoing NATO investment in deployable, resilient secure networks for special operations.

2026-07-08T22:53:31.675054-07:00

Thales and Leonardo selected by NATO NCIA for next-generation secure deployable comms for SOFCOM

Via Satellite

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York Space Systems closes acquisition of All.Space to build a complete tactical satcom communications ecosystem York Space Systems has completed its acquisition of satcom terminal manufacturer All.Space, positioning the combined company to deliver end-to-end tactical communications—from user terminals through connectivity. Both CEOs framed the deal as a step toward more resilient satcom for critical missions.

2026-07-08T12:45:48.951124-07:00

York Space Systems closes acquisition of All.Space to build a complete tactical satcom communications ecosystem

Breaking Defense

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Space Force adds two startups to SSC’s National Security Space Launch Phase 3 Lane 1 qualified launch-provider pool The U.S. Space Force’s Space Systems Command has added two startups to its National Security Space Launch Phase 3 Lane 1 program, bringing the qualified pool of launch providers to seven. The update expands participation in SSC’s small, medium launch-provider lane for national security missions.

2026-07-08T11:46:10.763126-07:00

Space Force adds two startups to SSC’s National Security Space Launch Phase 3 Lane 1 qualified launch-provider pool

Space.com

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Shoebox-sized 'detector satellites' could sniff out a nuclear bomb in space

2026-07-08T11:14:00.664501-07:00

Shoebox-sized 'detector satell

Space.com

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Shoebox-sized detection concepts could help monitor nuclear weapons in space under the Outer Space Treaty New research proposes detection methods for potential nuclear weapons placed in orbit, addressing a long-standing gap in how to verify Outer Space Treaty compliance. With more satellites and rising geopolitical tension, scientists argue that approaches using cosmic rays and compact satellite-based sensors could deter covert deployment and support enforcement.

2026-07-08T11:14:00.664501-07:00

Shoebox-sized detection concepts could help monitor nuclear weapons in space under the Outer Space Treaty

Space Intel Report

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ASD-Eurospace: Europe’s space industry sales hit €10.9B in 2025, up 23% as government spending—especially defense—accelerates Europe’s space sector booked €10.9 billion ($12.5 billion) in sales in 2025, up 23% year-on-year, according to ASD-Eurospace. Headcount rose just 2.2%, while startups account for 11% of the workforce, underscoring how demand growth is outpacing hiring across the ecosystem.

2026-07-08T10:52:19.475560-07:00

ASD-Eurospace: Europe’s space industry sales hit €10.9B in 2025, up 23% as government spending—especially defense—accelerates

Space Intel Report

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Eurospace: Europe's space industry sales increased 23% in 2025, headcount just 2.2%; startups are 11% of work force

2026-07-08T10:52:19.475560-07:00

Eurospace: Europe's space indu

Space.com

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US Space Force acquires first publicly acknowledged offensive electromagnetic weapon for satellite jamming The U.S. Space Force has acquired one of its first publicly acknowledged offensive systems: an electromagnetic weapon designed to disrupt adversary satellites by blasting them with electromagnetic radiation. The move signals a more visible transition from surveillance toward counterspace capabilities.

2026-07-08T06:14:02.761234-07:00

US Space Force acquires first publicly acknowledged offensive electromagnetic weapon for satellite jamming

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