Space.comElizabeth Howell

DARPA to launch deep-space robotic repair satellite on a ~2026 timeline under the Dexterous, Deep-Space Robotics program

DARPA is moving from concept to flight for its Dexterous, Deep-Space Robotics effort, aiming to demonstrate a “robotic deep-space repair satellite” launch as soon as this summer and target a 2026 launch. The program’s focus is maintaining/repairing spacecraft far from Earth at extreme distances.

2026-05-25T10:16:09.139961-07:00
SpaceWatch GlobalGuest Author

#SpaceWatchGL Opinion: Orbital AI compute - Why SpaceX thinks the Future of AI Infrastructure may leave Earth

By SpaceWatch Global: SpaceX’s IPO filing outlines a bold plan to deploy orbital AI compute starting in 2028. The strategy hinges on energy constraints on Earth, falling launch costs, and the emergence of orbit as a new industrial layer.

2026-05-25T01:12:24.628440-07:00
AxiosEmily Peck

How SpaceX's galaxy math adds up

By Axios: Elon Musk's company says its potential market is $28.5 trillion — only slightly less than U.S. gross domestic product.

2026-05-24T07:59:20.794940-07:00