Policy

FCC Sets MegaConstellation Spectrum Rules

“Today’s update to our satellite spectrum sharing rules allows first movers to enjoy the advantage they’ve earned by daring to think big and take on risk, while also opening our skies to more competition,” FCC Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel said.

Polaris

Meet the Space Coast’s New Congressional Rep

“We are in a de facto Cold War, and this is something we cannot lose,” he said. “My goal is literally nothing short of space dominance.”

Military

Five Companies Join DoD Info Sharing Network

In addition to the five companies, the cell is in the process of adding two additional companies, which is expected to bring the total membership to 17 by early 2025.

Policy

Here’s What Election Night Meant For Space Policy

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

Polaris

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.

International

ILRS Member Thailand Poised to Join Artemis Accords

The country is set to become the first Artemis Accords signatory who is also participating in the Chinese-led International Lunar Research Station (ILRS). 

Polaris

Biden Administration’s Space Legacy By the Numbers

The Biden administration’s legacy in space is one of global reach and using space as a soft power tool, as evidenced by its leadership on initiatives such as banning destructive ASAT testing and promoting the responsible use of space internationally through the Artemis Accords.

Policy

Senator Slams FAA For ‘Irrational’ Regulatory Delays

Sen. Jerry Moran sent a letter to FAA Administrator Michael Whitaker on Friday complaining that access to space is “being threatened by regulatory inefficiency.”

Military

Space Force Short on Money, People, Top Officer Says

The Space Force is not keeping pace with adversaries’ advancing capabilities—or meeting demand from the rest of the military for space services, according to a top officer.

InternationalPolaris

Artemis Accords Celebrate Four Years and 45 Signatories

Launched at the tail end of the Trump administration and grown substantially during the Biden administration, the Artemis Accords have proven that there is bipartisan support for ensuring that conversations about the future of space operations are global

Polaris

MITRE’s Space Plan For the New Administration

The next president must make space more resilient by boosting cooperation with the private sector, protecting the domestic supply chain, and increasing government investment in promising tech, according to a memo released Monday by MITRE. 

Payload Pioneers 2024

Nicolas Gutierrez, Apex

When Apex’s first satellite was able to communicate successfully with earthbound operators after launch, it was tangible proof that Nicolas Gutierrez had accomplished his mission. 

Payload Pioneers 2024

Arielle Cohen, Astroscale US

“The thing that draws a lot of people to Astroscale is the mission,” she told Payload. “It’s not often you see an overlap between aerospace and tech and sustainability.”