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Henry Orejuela: Securing Connectivity in Contested Battlespaces

Militaries are embracing low Earth orbit satellites and covert communications as adversaries increasingly jam and intercept traditional radio frequency systems.

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SpaceX’s Starshield Satellites Detected Transmitting on Unauthorized Bands

The discovery raised concerns about potential interference with scientific and commercial satellites

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From Hawaii to Maine, States Look to Regulate as LEO Reliability Improves

Monitoring and third-party data can be critical for regulatory compliance.

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Amazon’s Project Kuiper reaches 153 satellites after latest 24-satellite launch

Kuiper’s expansion continues as Amazon builds momentum toward its 2026 service target

Briefs

Verizon Teams With AST SpaceMobile on Space-Based Cellular Service

Verizon has signed a deal with AST SpaceMobile to provide cellular service from space beginning next year.

BEAD

Speed Tests Could Help Improve Broadband Oversight, Ookla Executive Says

Rural Starlink users often report higher speeds than customers in congested urban areas

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Project Kuiper to Open Satellite Gateway in Cork, Ireland

Amazon's Kuiper said it will invest in the EU's space sector

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Starlink Could Open First Retail Store in Bakersfield, Calif.

First job listing for a Starlink store manager was posted online

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FCC Space Bureau Chief: 'We Are in the Space Industrial Revolution'

Bureau Chief Jay Schwarz said shift from a 'scarcity mindset' to an 'abundance mindset' in space policy needed to continue.

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Global Cooperation Needed to Manage Space Resources, Says ITU Chief

Doreen Bogdan-Martin emphasized that spectrum for space-related services must be managed through global cooperation.

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Satellite Operators Urge FCC to Exempt Them From NEPA Review

Debate comes as the FCC considers expanding categorical exclusions under National Environmental Policy Act for satellite and wireless operators.

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Amazon: Project Kuiper to Begin U.S. Service Within About Six Months

Kuiper plans to expand service to five countries by the first half of 2026.

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FCC’s Carr Stresses Competition, Spectrum, SpaceX in Aerospace Summit Remarks

Carr highlighted U.S. progress in satellite technology and efforts to expand the space economy.

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State Department Approved Possible $150M Starlink Sale to Ukraine

The sale could strengthen both U.S. national security interests and Ukraine’s defense capabilities.

China

China's Xi Seeks Expanded Role for Shanghai Cooperation Organization at Tianjin Summit

Xi proposed opening China’s BeiDou satellite system, an alternative to the GPS system controlled by the U.S., to 27 member and partner states.

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Starlink Hits 7 Million Users Worldwide

Elon Musk’s satellite company serves 150 countries and territories.