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Iridium Set to Directly Partner with OEMs Following Qualcomm Agreement Termination
The cessation of the Qualcomm agreements opens new avenues for Iridium, which is now poised to directly re-engage with smartphone original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), other chipmakers, and operating system developers. These direct engagements are anticipated to catalyze the adoption of Iridium's technology in the broader smart device market, marking a significant turn in the company's approach to partnerships.McLean VA (SPX) Nov 10, 2023 In a strategic shift that underscores the evolving landscape of global satellite communications, Iridium Communications Inc. (NASDAQ: IRDM), has announced an update to its partnership with Qualcomm ... more |
SPACEWAR
X-37B Mission to Test New Space Technologies and Study Radiation on Seeds Arlington VA (SPX) Nov 09, 2023 The Department of the Air Force Rapid Capabilities Office, in partnership with the United States Space Force, is gearing up for the launch of the X-37B Orbital Test Vehicle's seventh mission. Schedu  ROCKET SCIENCE
ESA further boosts RFA One across Europe Paris (ESA) Nov 09, 2023 ESA has committed further 'Boost! Programme' funding to German startup Rocket Factory Augsburg, known as RFA, for the development of commercial space transportation services based on the RFA One lau AFRICA NEWS
Burkina conscripts dissidents in anti-jihadist fight: HRW Abidjan (AFP) Nov 9, 2023 Burkina Faso's junta has conscripted at least a dozen journalists, civil society activists and opposition members for its anti-jihadist fight in a crackdown on dissent, Human Rights Watch has said. AFRICA NEWS
Ethiopia holds fresh round of talks with Oromo rebels Nairobi (AFP) Nov 8, 2023 Ethiopia's government and the Oromo Liberation Army (OLA) rebel group are holding talks in Tanzania to try to end a five-year insurgency in the country's most populous region, a diplomatic source said Wednesday. | ||||||
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TRADE WARS
US lends $553 million for deep-sea terminal in Sri Lanka Colombo (AFP) Nov 8, 2023 The United States will lend more than $550 million for an Indian-led deep-sea container terminal in Sri Lanka, officials said Wednesday, with the project seen as countering China's rising influence in the Indian Ocean. ROCKET SCIENCE
Pioneering satellite refueling technology could extend missions indefinitely London, UK (SPX) Nov 08, 2023 In an ambitious move to address the escalating issue of space debris, the UK Space Agency has earmarked 2 million pounds for research into satellite refueling capabilities that could significantly SUPERPOWERS
NATO condemns Russia ditching conventional forces treaty Brussels (AFP) Nov 7, 2023 NATO countries on Tuesday condemned Russia's formal withdrawal from a landmark treaty limiting conventional forces in Europe and said allies involved were suspending its operation. TECH SPACE
World-first Zero Debris Charter goes live Paris (ESA) Nov 07, 2023 More satellites were launched in the last few years than the entire six decades of space exploration. 130 million pieces of space debris larger than a millimetre orbit Earth, threatening satellites |
SINO DAILY
China's Xi to welcome Australian PM Albanese in Beijing Beijing (AFP) Nov 6, 2023 Chinese leader Xi Jinping will welcome Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese to Beijing on Monday, a high-water mark in their nations' ties following years of tensions that cut billions of dollars in trade. WAR REPORT
IDF says it captured Hamas compound in Gaza Washington DC (UPI) Nov 6, 2023 Israel Defense Forces operating deep inside Gaza said they captured a Hamas compound housing observation posts, training facilities and underground "terror" tunnels, killing several of the group's fighters battles overnight. TECH SPACE
Planet Labs advances satellite communication with NASA CSP ground tests San Francisco CA (SPX) Nov 06, 2023 In an innovative stride within the aerospace industry, Planet Labs PBC (NYSE: PL) has recently concluded a pivotal phase in their collaboration under NASA's Communications Services Project (CSP). Th WAR REPORT
Pride mixes with fear for Israeli soldiers near Gaza Sderot, Israel (AFP) Nov 6, 2023 Israeli soldiers who have taken up positions near the Gaza border told AFP they felt proud to protect their country after Hamas's October 7 attacks - but also nervous as war intensifies. | ||||||
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TRISAT-R CubeSat: A Glimpse of Earth through the Eye of a Coin-Sized Camera
This unusual image was acquired using an extremely miniaturised camera about the size of the edge of a 20 cent coin - a miniscule technology experiment aboard ESA's shoebox-sized TRISAT-R CubeSat.Maribor, Slovenia (SPX) Nov 10, 2023 In a striking display of miniaturized innovation, the European Space Agency's TRISAT-R CubeSat has provided a unique perspective of our planet Earth from an altitude of 6,000 kilometers, captured th ... more |
THE STANS
Pakistani troops kill 9 attackers during siege on military base in Punjab Washington DC (UPI) Nov 4, 2023 Pakistani security forces killed nine attackers who launched an assault on the Mianwali airbase in the northeastern province of Punjab early Saturday, according to military officials. AEROSPACE
China blasts 'malicious' Canada air patrol after latest intercept Beijing (AFP) Nov 4, 2023 China on Saturday accused Canada of conducting a "malicious and provocative" air patrol over the disputed South China Sea, after Ottawa rebuked Beijing for what it described as a second risky midair intercept in two weeks. AEROSPACE
Canada slams China over second 'unsafe' aircraft intercept in two weeks Ottawa (AFP) Nov 3, 2023 Canadian Defense Minister Bill Blair on Friday slammed Chinese fighter jets' second "significantly unsafe" intercept in two weeks of Canadian aircraft patrolling the Pacific. WAR REPORT
Hezbollah chief tells US 'we are ready to face your fleet' Beirut (AFP) Nov 3, 2023 Hezbollah chief Hassan Nasrallah said Friday his Iran-backed group was not afraid of US warships and "all options" were open for an expansion of the Israel-Hamas conflict into Lebanon. | ||||||
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