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The Ultimate Guide to Space

A curated American edition of TechDay news, analysis, interviews, reviews, job moves, and related resources for Space.

What to know about Space

SpaceTech encompasses the rapidly evolving technologies and innovations driving human activity beyond Earth. From satellite launches and broadband connectivity to AI-powered spacecraft and space-based computing, the tag covers the infrastructure and advancements shaping modern space exploration and utilization.

Exploring stories under SpaceTech reveals a dynamic interplay between startups, established aerospace enterprises, and international collaborations, highlighting the diverse applications of space technology. Readers can learn about the latest satellite deployments, ground-breaking research missions, cutting-edge communication networks, and the expanding role of AI and machine learning in space operations.

Following SpaceTech insights provides a window into how space innovations address real-world challenges—from improving global internet coverage, supporting climate and agriculture monitoring, to enhancing astronaut health and preparing for future missions to the Moon and Mars. This tag invites curious minds to engage with the technology driving humanity’s ventures into the cosmos and its impact here on Earth.

American Space News

Regional stories with direct local relevance

Recent Space News

Sift names co-founder CEO & opens San Francisco office
Recruitment

Sift names co-founder CEO & opens San Francisco office

The hardware observability startup is expanding its leadership bench as it targets aerospace, defence and autonomy customers with software for physical systems.

Thu, 14th May 2026

Sonny's CTO warns against AI-generated code without review
Software engineering

Sonny's CTO warns against AI-generated code without review

Human review had to be reinstated after AI-written software at Sonny's quickly developed faults, highlighting the risks of unchecked code generation.

Thu, 30th Apr 2026

Orbital plans 2027 test for AI data centres in orbit
Renewable energy

Orbital plans 2027 test for AI data centres in orbit

Backed by a16z Speedrun, the start-up aims to ease AI's power crunch by proving servers can run continuously in orbit from 2027.

Wed, 15th Apr 2026

Everspin signs Microchip deal for second MRAM source
Semiconductors

Everspin signs Microchip deal for second MRAM source

Customers in industrial, aerospace and automotive markets get a second US MRAM source as Everspin seeks to reduce supply disruption risk.

Fri, 10th Apr 2026

Everspin unveils UNISYST MRAM for unified edge AI memory
Semiconductors

Everspin unveils UNISYST MRAM for unified edge AI memory

Everspin's UNISYST MRAM targets edge AI with unified code-and-data memory, promising far faster writes and greater endurance than NOR flash.

Wed, 11th Mar 2026

Everspin expands PERSYST MRAM with 128Mb, 256Mb parts
Industrial IoT

Everspin expands PERSYST MRAM with 128Mb, 256Mb parts

Everspin boosts PERSYST MRAM range, qualifying 64Mb for harsh environments and adding 128Mb, 256Mb parts for 2026 high-reliability designs.

Sat, 7th Mar 2026

Kymeta & iRocket partner on missile interceptor connectivity
Federal Government

Kymeta & iRocket partner on missile interceptor connectivity

Kymeta and iRocket partner to embed advanced satellite tech in missile interceptors, boosting connectivity and accuracy for next-gen defence systems.

Thu, 20th Nov 2025

Satellite thermal imaging brings new era for emissions reporting
Oil and Gas

Satellite thermal imaging brings new era for emissions reporting

Satellite thermal imaging now tracks industrial CO2 emissions at facility level, offering independent and real-time verification of environmental impacts.

Thu, 26th Jun 2025

PiLogic secures $4 million to boost precision AI for space
Defence

PiLogic secures $4 million to boost precision AI for space

PiLogic has raised $4 million to develop its precise AI technology aimed at enhancing object tracking and diagnostics in aerospace and defence sectors.

Wed, 28th May 2025

XTI Aerospace to acquire 30% stake in ReadyMonitor
Aviation

XTI Aerospace to acquire 30% stake in ReadyMonitor

XTI Aerospace has signed a non-binding Memorandum of Understanding to acquire a 30% stake in Drone-as-a-Service leader ReadyMonitor, enhancing VTOL tech.

Fri, 24th Jan 2025

Florida SpaceTech firms join Seraphim investment push
Agricultural Technology

Florida SpaceTech firms join Seraphim investment push

Five early-stage SpaceTech firms in Florida will get mentoring and investor access as a UK-backed scheme seeks to speed fundraising.

Last month

Anthropic signs SpaceX compute deal, boosts Claude limits
Sustainability

Anthropic signs SpaceX compute deal, boosts Claude limits

More Claude Code users will get longer sessions as Anthropic taps SpaceX data-centre capacity to ease compute bottlenecks.

Sat, 9th May 2026

Bitget launches IPO Prime with SpaceX-linked pre-sale
Fintech

Bitget launches IPO Prime with SpaceX-linked pre-sale

Retail investors can now buy into pre-IPO exposure to SpaceX through a tokenised product as exchanges seek new fee streams.

Mon, 13th Apr 2026

Molex completes Smiths Interconnect deal to widen reach
DataCentre infrastructure

Molex completes Smiths Interconnect deal to widen reach

The enlarged group now spans more than 90 plants in 22 countries, giving customers broader support across aerospace, medical and semiconductor markets.

Fri, 3rd Apr 2026

SatVu readies HotSat-2 for SpaceX rideshare launch
Oil and Gas

SatVu readies HotSat-2 for SpaceX rideshare launch

The British company is rebuilding its thermal Earth observation network as HotSat-2 readies for a SpaceX rideshare mission from California.

Thu, 26th Mar 2026

Sentinel Global rebuilds AI-led venture team, eyes 2026
IT Department

Sentinel Global rebuilds AI-led venture team, eyes 2026

Sentinel Global rebuilds its AI-driven venture team around GIC veteran Jeremy Kranz and expands Sentinel Labs, targeting a 2026 fundraise.

Thu, 12th Mar 2026

Astroscale wins ESA study for in-orbit satellite upgrades
Systems integration

Astroscale wins ESA study for in-orbit satellite upgrades

Astroscale UK lands ESA's IRUS study with a EUR €399,000 deal to explore in-orbit satellite upgrades with BAE Systems as lead customer.

Thu, 15th Jan 2026

Cloud security firms, Brivo & Eagle Eye, form AI security giant
Surveillance

Cloud security firms, Brivo & Eagle Eye, form AI security giant

Brivo and Eagle Eye Networks will merge under the Brivo name to create what they claim is the world's largest AI cloud security platform.

Thu, 8th Jan 2026

WISeKey expands satellite network to boost IoT cybersecurity
Smart Cities

WISeKey expands satellite network to boost IoT cybersecurity

WISeKey has expanded its satellite constellation via a SpaceX launch, enhancing secure global IoT connectivity with advanced post-quantum cybersecurity features.

Fri, 5th Dec 2025

Cloudflare urges vigilance after global internet disruptions in Q3 2025
Network monitoring

Cloudflare urges vigilance after global internet disruptions in Q3 2025

Cloudflare's report reveals widespread global internet disruptions in Q3 2025 from government shutdowns, cable damages, natural disasters, cyberattacks and technical faults.

Wed, 29th Oct 2025