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Via Satellite • Frank Wolfe

Space Force seeks ~$1.5B for Space Data Network SDN Backbone via FY2027 reconciliation request

The U.S. Space Force plans to request nearly $1.5 billion for the Space Data Network (SDN) Backbone in a future fiscal 2027 reconciliation bill. The move signals continued push to scale the services that underpin space-enabled defense data exchange and connectivity.

2026-06-10T07:12:46.865862-07:00

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LeoLabs deploys mobile space-tracking radar in the Indo-Pacific to monitor Chinese satellites

2026-06-10T05:48:24.420640-07:00

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Applied Atomics raises $4M pre-seed to expand US presence for “space mobility” aimed at military satellite maneuvering

2026-06-10T07:27:41.806297-07:00

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India effectively freezes Starlink commercial approvals over terminal-use concerns tied to Iran war

2026-06-10T04:43:49.722345-07:00

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Applied Atomics raises $4M pre-seed to expand US presence for “space mobility” aimed at military satellite maneuvering Applied Atomics, a UK-based startup, secured $4 million in pre-seed financing and opened a US presence as it pursues spacecraft-mobility solutions for more maneuverable military satellites. The company is positioning the offering for defense customers looking to increase agility in orbit.

2026-06-10T07:27:41.806297-07:00

Applied Atomics raises $4M pre-seed to expand US presence for “space mobility” aimed at military satellite maneuvering

Via Satellite

Space Force seeks ~$1.5B for Space Data Network SDN Backbone via FY2027 reconciliation request The U.S. Space Force plans to request nearly $1.5 billion for the Space Data Network (SDN) Backbone in a future fiscal 2027 reconciliation bill. The move signals continued push to scale the services that underpin space-enabled defense data exchange and connectivity.

2026-06-10T07:12:46.865862-07:00

Space Force seeks ~$1.5B for Space Data Network SDN Backbone via FY2027 reconciliation request

SpaceNews.com

LeoLabs deploys mobile space-tracking radar in the Indo-Pacific to monitor Chinese satellites LeoLabs said June 10 that it has deployed a mobile space-tracking radar in the Indo-Pacific, using the system to monitor Chinese satellites and other spacecraft. The move expands deployable, regional space surveillance coverage focused on tracking threats and improving space domain awareness.

2026-06-10T05:48:24.420640-07:00

LeoLabs deploys mobile space-tracking radar in the Indo-Pacific to monitor Chinese satellites

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LeoLabs deploys mobile space-tracking radar in Indo-Pacific

2026-06-10T05:48:24.420640-07:00

LeoLabs deploys mobile space-t

Bloomberg

India effectively freezes Starlink commercial approvals over terminal-use concerns tied to Iran war India has reportedly paused—“frozen”—approvals for Elon Musk’s Starlink to start commercial operations, citing concerns about how satellite terminals could be used in the Iran war. The move adds a regulatory hurdle for SpaceX’s growth plans in a key market.

2026-06-10T04:43:49.722345-07:00

India effectively freezes Starlink commercial approvals over terminal-use concerns tied to Iran war

SpaceNews.com

After launch, Europe’s space ambition hinges on operational follow-through across comms, surveillance and data Europe’s “space ambitions” are only as strong as what is built and funded after launch: the orbital communications and surveillance needed for military operations, plus the navigation, logistics and climate-monitoring services that governments and markets rely on. The challenge is moving from launch headlines to dependable, continuously usable space infrastructure.

2026-06-10T04:03:37.762259-07:00

After launch, Europe’s space ambition hinges on operational follow-through across comms, surveillance and data

Bloomberg

Leonardo CEO targets end-2026 European regulatory approval for Airbus-Thales space venture Leonardo’s new CEO expects European regulatory approval for its satellite venture with Airbus and Thales by the end of next year, clearing the way for one of Europe’s most ambitious defense-and-space projects. The timing frames when the partners can move from structuring to execution.

2026-06-09T15:56:21.461976-07:00

Leonardo CEO targets end-2026 European regulatory approval for Airbus-Thales space venture

Breaking Defense

Space Force’s Space Systems Command awards first anti-jam comms satellite contracts to Viasat and Intelsat (total $437.7M) The Space Systems Command has selected Viasat and Intelsat for the first of a new anti-jam communications satellite effort. The two awards total $437.7 million, marking the start of Space Force investment in more resilient military satcom against interference threats.

2026-06-09T14:28:57.984530-07:00

Space Force’s Space Systems Command awards first anti-jam comms satellite contracts to Viasat and Intelsat (total $437.7M)

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Space Force seeks ~$1.5B for Space Data Network SDN Backbone via FY2027 reconciliation request

LeoLabs deploys mobile space-tracking radar in the Indo-Pacific to monitor Chinese satellites

Applied Atomics raises $4M pre-seed to expand US presence for “space mobility” aimed at military satellite maneuvering

India effectively freezes Starlink commercial approvals over terminal-use concerns tied to Iran war

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