Five years after its establishment, the United States Space Force remains hindered by its dependence on the Air Force for both funding and legislative access. To address the escalating threats […]

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A recent SpaceNews report on the “growing pains” of the smallsat industry was a wakeup call to some, due to the critical importance of a healthy, vibrant space industrial base. […]

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Policymakers in Washington must not fall prey to the notion that in response to Russia’s threat we ought to “nuke proof” every electronic system on orbit.

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It doesn’t take a rocket scientist to discern the obvious: the new generation of satellites are not meant to be refueled.

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Despite the recent explosive increase in launch cadence, ground systems tend to be outdated, underfunded, and overlooked.

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There is a remarkable pivot that is happening within the national security space business.

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Many space technologies developed by entrepreneurs haven't been allowed a proverbial seat at the table, says industry executive Charles Beames

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The growth generated from investments will be left unrealized if the government falls short in protecting the space domain.

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Kendall’s perception of what was needed for success in DoD procurement has largely tracked with what venture and private equity investors have pursued.

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U.S. satellite imaging capabilities historically have been the best in the world. Today, they are not just losing ground but they are officially behind those of other nations.

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The notion that we now have “enough” launch providers and therefore the government should direct private investors elsewhere is misguided.

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The early returns of this economic revolution are already on our doorstep: space data capabilities are exponentially growing elements of the 21st century world economy.

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