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Here’s What Election Night Meant For Space Policy

Former President Donald Trump will be heading back to the White House in January.

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Kall Morris Inc. Begins ISS Residency

The system will prove out technology that could eventually grab objects on orbit, allowing KMI to move debris out of congested orbital lanes or relocate satellites that don’t have enough juice to move themselves. 

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Space Policy in a Second Trump Term

The Trump administration’s top priority, according to Autry, is likely to be “kicking Artemis into high gear” and ensuring Artemis III—the first crewed mission to the lunar surface since Apollo—remains on track to avoid getting beaten by the Chinese. 

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Election Day 2024: Space Races to Watch

As you’re watching election results come in Tuesday after polls close, here are a handful of down-ballot races to watch that could have a big impact on space policy in 2025 and beyond.

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CSIS: The Next President Needs China on Speed Dial

“China must come to the table, and the next administration should invite them.”

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Regulatory Reform Should Be Top Priority For 2025: Aerospace Corp. 

Incoming US policymakers must slash regulatory red tape and boost investment in commercial space tech, according to The Aerospace Corporation.

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Matter Intelligence Wants Data That’s Never Been Seen Before 

“Hyperspectral is such a buzz word.”

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Inside Astra’s Rocket Reinvention

Astra is raising a $50M capital round to support the development of its launch vehicle.

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Wyvern Raises $6M To Boost Hyperspectral Data Biz

“We wanted to get to market faster than everyone, and we have.”

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EarthDaily Analytics Buys Descartes Labs in PE Reshuffle

Both companies are owned by the same private equity firm, Antarctica Capital, which has been influential in finding synergies between the two businesses.