Satellite AI Europe

Universe Today • Andy Tomaswick

ESA backs laser comms, inter-satellite networking and on-orbit AI on SpaceX Transporter-16 rideshare

On March 30, 2026, ESA supported eight CubeSats and a specialized payload on SpaceX Transporter-16 to test high-throughput laser communication, inter-satellite networking and in-orbit AI processing. The mission aims to increase the speed, security and efficiency of space data transfer as orbital infrastructure and data volumes grow.

2026-04-10T07:40:01.073035-07:00

Space Policy & International Cooperation Space Debris & Traffic Management Policy & Regulation

SpaceNews.com • Jeff Foust

Commerce Department budget proposal revives concerns about TraCSS

By SpaceNews.com: A budget proposal for the Department of Commerce raises new doubts about the future of a civil space traffic management system under development there.

2026-04-10T05:27:46.573994-07:00

China Launch Vehicles & Space Transportation Space Exploration & Science Missions Asia-Pacific (APAC)

SpaceNews.com • Andrew Jones

China’s Chang’e-7 arrives at spaceport for lunar south pole exploration mission

By SpaceNews.com: China’s Chang’e-7 arrives at spaceport for lunar south pole exploration mission China’s multi-element Chang’e-7 lunar spacecraft has arrived at Wenchang spaceport for launch preparations ahead of a planned liftoff in the second half of 2026.

2026-04-10T05:07:24.499216-07:00

Launch Vehicles & Space Transportation Space Exploration & Science Missions Human Spaceflight & Space Stations NASA

Space.com • Chelsea Gohd

What time is NASA's Artemis 2 splashdown today? Full schedule

By Space.com: Artemis 2 splashes down on April 10. Here's everything you need to know.

2026-04-10T03:18:23.763660-07:00

Aircraft Manufacturing (OEMs) Space Exploration & Science Missions Human Spaceflight & Space Stations

SpaceWatch Global • Joshua Faleti

TTTECH Contributes to NASA's Artemis Program, Supplying Core Data Network for Orion and the ESM

By SpaceWatch Global: TTTECH is proud to contribute to Artemis II, supplying the core of the data network for the Orion spacecraft and its European Service Module.

Also: Payload

2026-04-10T01:00:19.295871-07:00

Satellite Space Force Defense Industry & Major Contractors Space Defense & Militarization Defense Policy

SpaceNews.com • Sandra Erwin

Space Force weighing options to modernize ground antennas for military satellites

By SpaceNews.com: Space Force weighing options to modernize ground antennas for military satellites.

2026-04-09T21:11:44.667090-07:00

Satellite AI L3Harris Commercial Space

SpaceWatch Global • Joshua Faleti

Xoople and L3Harris are Co-developing a Space-Borne Measurement System Designed for the AI Era

By SpaceWatch Global: Xoople and L3Harris Technologies are co-developing a satellite constellation designed and optimized for the AI era.

2026-04-10T01:00:17.096513-07:00

Satellite LEO Defense Industry & Major Contractors Commercial Space Space Defense & Militarization

Aviation Week • Robert Wall

Kongsberg and SpinLaunch Partner to Offer Rapid, Sovereign LEO Constellation Capabilities

By Aviation Week: Kongsberg teams with SpinLaunch to develop LEO satellite systems, offering faster deployment and sovereign control for allied governments.

SpaceWatch Global

KONGSBERG Unveils Satellite Communications Offering Powered by SpinLaunch's 'Meridian'

2026-04-09T01:51:23.835604-07:00

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