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SpaceX’s legal victories clear significant obstacles for its space exploration ambitions. The Department of Justice withdrew its lawsuit against SpaceX, initially concerning alleged discrimination against non-citizens. With legal issues resolved, SpaceX can concentrate on crucial projects like Starship and commercial satellites. These

Rocket Lab reported significant growth, with fourth-quarter revenues soaring to $132.39 million, a 121% increase from the previous year. The company’s annual revenue hit a record $436.2 million, driven by 16 successful Electron launches—a 60% increase over the prior year. CEO Peter

Blue Origin announced a historic all-female crew flight, marking the 11th human excursion of its New Shepard program. The crew includes pop star Katy Perry, journalist Lauren Sánchez, and media icon Gayle King, alongside scientist Amanda Nguyen, tech entrepreneur Aisha Bowe, and

Chunghwa Telecom, in collaboration with Taiwan’s research bodies, achieved end-to-end satellite video calls using 5G NR NTN technology. Integration involved a high-orbit satellite, a 5G base station, and advanced mobile interfaces to handle high-delay and signal weakening. The project underscores Taiwan’s expertise

The explosion of a starship during a test flight has driven a reevaluation of engineering practices in space exploration. New technological advancements are focusing on more resilient materials, AI integration, and enhanced propulsion systems. Despite investor concerns, the demand for cutting-edge space