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U.S. Space Force Awards SpaceX $2.29 Billion Contract for Military Satellite Network

U.S. Space Force Awards SpaceX $2.29 Billion Contract for Military Satellite Network

U.S. Space Force Awards SpaceX $2.29 Billion Contract for Military Satellite Network
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Exclusive-Pentagon spars with SpaceX over Starlink price hike during Iran war

Exclusive-Pentagon spars with SpaceX over Starlink price hike during Iran war

By David Jeans NEW YORK, May 26 (Reuters) - As U.S. kamikaze drones guided by Elon Musk’s Starlink network began to make visible gains in the war against Iran, senior SpaceX officials reached a conclusion: The Pentagon should be paying more for access to their satellite Wi-Fi network.
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US Space Force awards SpaceX $2.29 billion contract for military space data network

US Space Force awards SpaceX $2.29 billion contract for military space data network

By Mike Stone WASHINGTON, May 26 (Reuters) - The U.S. Space Force has awarded SpaceX a $2.29 billion contract to build a secure, high-speed satellite communications network to connect military sensors and weapons platforms across the globe, the service announced on Tuesday.
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US Space Force Awards SpaceX $2.29 Billion Contract for Military Space Data Network

US Space Force Awards SpaceX $2.29 Billion Contract for Military Space Data Network

The U.S. Space Force has awarded SpaceX a $2.29 billion contract to develop a secure, high-speed satellite communications network known as the Space Data Network (SDN) Backbone. This network is intended to connect military sensors and weapons platforms globally, providing high-capacity and low-latency data transport. The contract requires SpaceX to deliver a fully operational prototype by the end of 2027. The SDN will play a crucial role in integrating data from missile warning and tracking sensors to interceptors, supporting the Trump administration's Golden Dome missile defense initiative.
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Voyager Technologies Secures DARPA Contract to Enhance Missile Propulsion Systems

Voyager Technologies Secures DARPA Contract to Enhance Missile Propulsion Systems

Voyager Technologies Secures DARPA Contract to Enhance Missile Propulsion Systems
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US space stocks rise on SpaceX IPO hype

US space stocks rise on SpaceX IPO hype

May 27 (Reuters) - Shares of U.S. space companies continued to climb on Wednesday, extending their recent rally as investors bet that rocket company SpaceX's mammoth market listing could force Wall Street to fundamentally rethink how it values the space economy.
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ASTS adds $10B in market cap on bold industry developments

ASTS adds $10B in market cap on bold industry developments

AST SpaceMobile (ASTS) added nearly $10 billion in market value with the stock up over 17% on May 26. The jump came as space stocks soared following SpaceX’s public IPO filing, which could reportedly value Elon Musk’s company at as much as $2 trillion. The filing triggered a broad rerating across ...
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AeroVironment Expands Huntsville Facility to Boost Freedom Eagle-1 Interceptor Production

AeroVironment Expands Huntsville Facility to Boost Freedom Eagle-1 Interceptor Production

AeroVironment Expands Huntsville Facility to Boost Freedom Eagle-1 Interceptor Production
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Defence-driven demand powers surge in US listings by mining firms

Defence-driven demand powers surge in US listings by mining firms

By Clara Denina LONDON, May 27 (Reuters) - There has been a surge in mining companies seeking U.S. listings this year, but even more striking is the change in language as firms explicitly target defence-related demand for critical minerals.
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DARPA Awards Voyager Technologies $16.5 Million Contract for Advanced Rocket Propulsion Technology

DARPA Awards Voyager Technologies $16.5 Million Contract for Advanced Rocket Propulsion Technology

DARPA Awards Voyager Technologies $16.5 Million Contract for Advanced Rocket Propulsion Technology
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Pentagon's Drug Trafficking Strategy Criticized for Ineffectiveness and Potential Civilian Harm

Pentagon's Drug Trafficking Strategy Criticized for Ineffectiveness and Potential Civilian Harm

The Pentagon's strategy of targeting drug-trafficking boats in the Caribbean and Pacific has been criticized for its ineffectiveness in reducing drug trafficking into the U.S. Despite the military's efforts, drug seizures have increased since the strikes began. The approach has been likened to treating drug cartels as terrorist groups, which could lead to more civilian casualties and stricter security policies. The U.S. Coast Guard has commissioned new Fast Response Cutters to replace older patrol boats, aiming to enhance border and maritime security.
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SpaceX Conducts Successful Starship Flight Test 12 with Starlink Deployment

SpaceX Conducts Successful Starship Flight Test 12 with Starlink Deployment

SpaceX Conducts Successful Starship Flight Test 12 with Starlink Deployment