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Moon Space Exploration & Science Missions Geopolitical Developments & Conflict Impact NASA

SpaceNews.com • Jeff Foust

Isaacman says NASA “dodged a bullet” after unexpected delay to Chinese lunar mission

NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman said the agency benefited strategically from an unexpected delay affecting a Chinese lunar mission, framing the development within intensifying US-China competition in lunar exploration. His comments underscore the importance Washington places on schedule and execution as both nations pursue ambitious Moon programs.

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2026-09-24T05:00:44.772409-07:00

Moon Human Spaceflight & Space Stations NASA

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Payload • Jacqueline Feldscher

Isaacman Promises ‘Artemis Acceleration’ Update Next Month

By Payload: “There’s a lot of ingredients—so many ingredients—that need to come together for that landing, and we owe everybody an update,” he said.

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2026-09-24T05:20:10.500271-07:00

Space Exploration & Science Missions NASA

SpaceNews.com • Jeff Foust

NASA selects far-infrared space telescope for first billion-dollar astrophysics mission

By SpaceNews.com: NASA has selected a far-infrared space telescope as the first in a new line of billion-dollar astrophysics missions.

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2026-09-24T04:25:47.581475-07:00

Satellite Commercial Space

SpaceNews.com • Enrico Ottolini

D2D satellite operators need to look behind MNOs to reach their full business potential

By SpaceNews.com: Direct-to-device (D2D) services are primarily provided to end-users by Mobile Network Operators (MNOs). That’s because they are a valuable enhancement of terrestrial cellular services, making it logical that almost all D2D satellite operators focus their distribution on these MNOs.

Also: Aviation Week

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2026-09-24T04:25:47.450624-07:00

Satellite Commercial Space

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Payload • Douglas Gorman

Hubble Network Raises $200M Series C at $1.6B Valuation

By Payload: Hubble Network's $200M Series C follows a $70M Series B in September 2025, and brings Hubble's total financing to $300M at $1.6B valuation.

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2026-09-24T05:36:08.006983-07:00

SAAB Defense Industry & Major Contractors Space Defense & Militarization

AeroTime • Ian Molyneaux

Saab signs three MoUs to expand its space-defense activities

By AeroTime: Saab has signed three MoUs, focused on the increasing importance of the space domain as a "strategic, operational, and tactical" arena for security.

Also: DefenseNews.com, Janes and aviation-defence-universe.com

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2026-09-24T03:07:13.267963-07:00

ISS AI Human Spaceflight & Space Stations

Universe Today • Andy Tomaswick

Stanford Engineers Teach Spacecraft to "Dream" Their Way to the Space Station

By Universe Today: Docking with the ISS may seem simple. However, actually doing so is a showcase in how difficult orbital mechanics can be. It’s equivalent to traveling down a highway at 28,000 km/hr and parallel parking into an open garage on a multi-billion dollar laboratory traveling at the same speed.

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2026-09-24T03:22:34.404124-07:00

Satellite M&A Defense Industry & Major Contractors

SpaceWatch Global • Joshua Faleti

MBS Acquires 20% Stake in HPS as German Space Hardware Firm Expands

By SpaceWatch Global: MBS acquires 20% stake in HPS, supporting a seven-figure investment program and expansion into defense and communications markets.

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2026-09-24T01:35:20.875324-07:00

Isaacman says NASA “dodged a bullet” after unexpected delay to Chinese lunar mission

Isaacman Promises ‘Artemis Acceleration’ Update Next Month

NASA selects far-infrared space telescope for first billion-dollar astrophysics mission

D2D satellite operators need to look behind MNOs to reach their full business potential

Hubble Network Raises $200M Series C at $1.6B Valuation

Saab signs three MoUs to expand its space-defense activities

Stanford Engineers Teach Spacecraft to "Dream" Their Way to the Space Station

MBS Acquires 20% Stake in HPS as German Space Hardware Firm Expands

Hubble Network Raises $200M Series C at $1.6B Valuation

Isaacman Promises ‘Artemis Acceleration’ Update Next Month

Isaacman says NASA ‘dodged a bullet’ with Chinese lunar mission delay

D2D satellite operators need to look behind MNOs to reach their full business potential

NASA selects far-infrared space telescope for first billion-dollar astrophysics mission

Stanford Engineers Teach Spacecraft to "Dream" Their Way to the Space Station

Starlink Base Station Caught Fire in Poland, Minister Says

Saab looks to expand in space sector with new partnerships

ESA Awards RFA €2.7 Million in New Funding for SaxaVord Operations

Ship 41 and Booster 21 head into key pre-flight test

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Rocket Supply Crunch Tightens Access to Space as SpaceX Winds Down Flagship Vehicle

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