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SpaceNews.com • Debra Werner

Panel warns smallsat constellations face growing threats as adversaries target communications, Earth observation and navigation

Experts at the 2026 Small Satellite Conference warned that small satellites face increasing threats as potential adversaries recognize their expanding role in communications, Earth observation and navigation. The panel included satellite and cybersecurity specialists, underscoring the convergence of space-system resilience and digital security concerns.

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2026-08-26T08:50:49.573516-07:00

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SpaceNews.com • Wesley Wark

The Lightspeed gamble and Canadian sovereignty

By SpaceNews.com: The Canadian government is moving rapidly to create sovereign defense capabilities in space. It has just thrown a big financial lifeline to Telesat Canada to help ensure the success of its projected “Lightspeed” telecommunications satellite constellation.

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2026-08-26T09:10:48.997568-07:00

Satellite Commercial Space

SpaceNews.com • Jason Rainbow

Miratlas seeks funds to expand optical ground station mapping technology

By SpaceNews.com: — As space-to-ground laser communications move from demos to commercial reality, French startup Miratlas is seeking investors to expand atmospheric-monitoring technology that helps operators find the best sites for their weather-sensitive optical ground stations.

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2026-08-26T08:00:48.047334-07:00

China Satellite Moon Launch Vehicles & Space Transportation Space Exploration & Science Missions Commercial Space

SpaceNews.com • Andrew Jones

Long March 6C launches 7 satellites, Chang’e-7 rocket rolled back to assembly building

By SpaceNews.com: INKI — China sent seven satellites into orbit Monday, while the Long March 5 rocket to launch Chang’e-7 has been rolled back and faces a year delay.

Also: Bloomberg, china-in-space.com and china-in-space.com

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2026-08-26T06:50:59.186621-07:00

Satellite Middle East Missile Systems & Strategic Weapons Space Defense & Militarization Geopolitical Developments & Conflict Impact

SpaceNews.com • Kelevitch

Shutter control worked. That should worry the imagery industry more than anyone.

By SpaceNews.com: On May 6, the Washington Post published the most complete public account of what Iran’s missiles had done to American bases in the Gulf.

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2026-08-26T06:15:41.322257-07:00

Satellite Commercial Space

SpaceNews.com • Jason Rainbow

Simera Sense Supplies 10 Hyperspectral Imagers to Loft Orbital, Expands Smallsat Imaging Portfolio

By SpaceNews.com: Simera Sense has supplied 10 hyperspectral imagers to U.S. satellite services provider Loft Orbital over the past year, the Belgian manufacturer disclosed Aug.

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2026-08-26T05:06:25.868288-07:00

China Satellite Launch Vehicles & Space Transportation Commercial Space

SpaceWatch Global • Joshua Faleti

China Launches Seven Satellites as Commercial Space Sector Expands its Capabilities

By SpaceWatch Global: China has launched and deployed seven satellites into their orbits from the Taiyuan Satellite Launch Center on 25 August 2026.

Also: Space.com and keeptrack.space

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2026-08-26T01:33:36.991084-07:00

UAV Development & Drone Programs Satellite Commercial Space Space Defense & Militarization Geopolitical Developments & Conflict Impact

politico.eu • Daria Zakharova

2026-08-26T01:50:35.305462-07:00

Panel warns smallsat constellations face growing threats as adversaries target communications, Earth observation and navigation

The Lightspeed gamble and Canadian sovereignty

Miratlas seeks funds to expand optical ground station mapping technology

Long March 6C launches 7 satellites, Chang’e-7 rocket rolled back to assembly building

Shutter control worked. That should worry the imagery industry more than anyone.

Simera Sense Supplies 10 Hyperspectral Imagers to Loft Orbital, Expands Smallsat Imaging Portfolio

China Launches Seven Satellites as Commercial Space Sector Expands its Capabilities

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The Lightspeed gamble and Canadian sovereignty

Panel warns of growing threats to smallsat constellations

Miratlas seeks funds to expand optical ground station mapping technology

Long March 6C launches 7 satellites, Chang’e-7 rocket rolled back to assembly building

Shutter control worked. That should worry the imagery industry more than anyone.

Simera Sense Supplies 10 Hyperspectral Imagers to Loft Orbital, Expands Smallsat Imaging Portfolio

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