Moon   Space Exploration & Science Missions   Commercial Space  
Payload • Douglas Gorman

Instinct Space pivots from lunar navigation tech to low-cost lunar landers

Instinct Space says it is shifting from providing mission navigation support for lunar surface programs to delivering lunar lander capabilities itself. The company’s new plan reframes its offering around getting payloads onto the Moon’s surface at lower cost, targeting the growing demand for commercial lander capacity.

2026-06-17T06:03:54.105080-07:00
Space Policy & International Cooperation   Space Defense & Militarization   Policy & Regulation   Geopolitical Developments & Conflict Impact  
SpaceWatch Global • Guest Author

#SpaceWatchGL Analysis: Peaceful, Provided Nobody Looks Too Closely: What Does Peace Mean in Space?

By SpaceWatch Global: What does "peaceful use" really mean in outer space? This analysis explores how the Outer Space Treaty, military activities, commercial interests, and competing visions of peace shape today's space governance debate.

2026-06-17T02:04:31.250297-07:00
Satellite   Launch Vehicles & Space Transportation   Space Exploration & Science Missions   Human Spaceflight & Space Stations   Commercial Space   Sustainability & Climate Initiatives  
Payload • Victoria Woodburn

Dawn Aerospace Raises $25M Series B

By Payload: Dawn will use the new funds to accelerate development of its Aurora spaceplane, and to conduct an in-space refueling demo.

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2026-06-16T15:32:40.480468-07:00