Satellite   Europe   Space Exploration & Science Missions   Space Policy & International Cooperation  
avionews.it • Francesca Peciola

ASI and Telespazio to modernize Fucino's FOC‑1A antenna for lunar and deep‑space communications

The Italian Space Agency (ASI) and Telespazio will upgrade the historic Fucino Space Centre FOC‑1A antenna to restore and modernize its capability to support lunar and deep‑space missions, enabling improved relay, tracking and high‑volume data handling for upcoming lunar exploration programmes.

2026-02-03T04:23:56.002298-08:00
Satellite   AI   M&A   Launch Vehicles & Space Transportation   Commercial Space   Space Defense & Militarization   Policy & Regulation  
New York Times

SpaceX and xAI: The Numbers and National‑Security Questions Behind Musk’s Mega‑Merger

By New York Times: The combination of SpaceX and xAI will create a rocket-and-A.I. giant. But investors and experts have concerns about the consequences of the deal.

Also: The Guardian
2026-02-03T05:35:35.133579-08:00
Satellite   North America   Launch Vehicles & Space Transportation   Commercial Space   Space Debris & Traffic Management  
SpaceNews.com • Jeff Foust

SpaceX pauses Falcon 9 launches after upper-stage anomaly during Feb. 2 mission

By SpaceNews.com: SpaceX is pausing Falcon 9 launches after an issue with the rocket’s upper stage encountered at the end of a launch Feb. 2.

Also: mynews13.com, talkoftitusville.com, orlandosentinel.com and Florida Today
2026-02-03T04:57:20.572579-08:00