Satellite   AI   Commercial Space   Space Policy & International Cooperation  
SpaceNews.com • Gianluca Furano, Jean Vieville, Laurent Hill, Livia Manovi

Unlocking AI in space: why industry–agency collaboration is essential to operationalize on‑orbit autonomy

A new analysis argues governments and commercial space companies must deepen collaboration to unlock AI's potential in orbit — from onboard autonomy and real‑time spacecraft decisioning to space‑based data processing — while aligning technical standards, data governance and procurement to accelerate deployment and manage risk.

2026-03-05T06:13:52.676972-08:00
Satellite   Europe   Commercial Space   Space Policy & International Cooperation   Space Debris & Traffic Management   Policy & Regulation  
SpaceWatch Global • Torsten Kriening

Amsterdam Space Symposium - From Office to Agency - A New Era with Harm van de Wetering - SpaceWatch.GLOBAL

By SpaceWatch Global: At the inaugural Amsterdam Space Symposium, SpaceWatch.Global publisher Torsten Kriening captures an important milestone for the Dutch space sector.

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2026-03-05T05:36:09.911919-08:00
Space Exploration & Science Missions   Commercial Space  
Payload • Jacqueline Feldscher

Vast Raises $500M, Including $300M Series A, to Accelerate Production of Haven Commercial Space Station

By Payload: Vast has closed a $300M Series A to continue production of its Haven commercial space station, the company announced this morning.

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2026-03-05T05:01:54.027710-08:00
Defense Industry & Major Contractors   Launch Vehicles & Space Transportation   Commercial Space   Space Defense & Militarization  
sierraspace.com

Sierra Space Raises $550M Series C Led by LuminArx, Valued at $8B to Expand National‑Security Production

By sierraspace.com: Increases total capital investments since 2021 to $2 billion+ Accelerates ability to deliver disruptive and innovative solutions to national security customers through production capacity in place today Round led by LuminArx Capital Management with participation from existing investors LOUISVILLE, Colo.

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2026-03-05T05:01:59.643092-08:00