Today: 14 May 2026

Laser Wars in Orbit: The 2024-2030 Boom in Optical Inter-Satellite Links

Laser Wars in Orbit: The 2024-2030 Boom in Optical Inter-Satellite Links

The global Optical Inter-Satellite Links market reached US$402 million in 2024 and is projected to hit US$2.0 billion by 2030, driven by major LEO constellations and U.S. and Chinese programs. China set a 400 Gbps laser link record and launched 12 satellites with 100 Gbps ISLs in May 2025. North America is forecast to lead the market, with Europe and Asia-Pacific expanding rapidly. Rocket Lab plans to acquire Mynaric for up to US$150 million in 2025.
15 June 2025
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Australian Drone Laws 2025: Complete Guide to Rules, Registration & No-Fly Zones

Australian Drone Laws 2025: Complete Guide to Rules, Registration & No-Fly Zones

CASA enforces national drone rules under Part 101, with extra restrictions possible from state or local bylaws. Recreational flyers face a 120-meter altitude limit, must keep 30 meters from people, and cannot fly over crowds. Commercial drones require registration and operator accreditation, with heavier drones incurring fees. Penalties for violations can reach AUD 16,500 or two years’ jail for endangering aircraft.
15 June 2025
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Lightning-Fast Latvia: Inside Europe’s Undercover Internet Powerhouse

Lightning-Fast Latvia: Inside Europe’s Undercover Internet Powerhouse

Latvia, with 1.9 million people, has over 92% internet penetration and more than half of households on fiber connections. The country ranks second in Europe for rural fiber coverage and saw median fixed broadband speeds reach 89 Mbps in early 2024. 4G covers 99% of the population, while 5G reached 72% by 2023. Fixed and mobile broadband prices remain low, with 100 Mbps fiber often under €20 per month.
15 June 2025
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Satellite-Related Tenders in Ukraine – Overview and Key Examples (14.06.2025)

Satellite-Related Tenders in Ukraine – Overview and Key Examples (14.06.2025)

Ukraine’s State Space Agency announced a UAH 167 million tender on June 6, 2025, to build a national GNSS station network. Kyiv’s Telekompaniya Kyiv contracted satellite TV capacity for $72,000 in May 2025. Hundreds of Starlink procurements for military, police, and utilities have been recorded since 2022. No Prozorro tenders for building or launching a new Ukrainian satellite have been registered.
14 June 2025
Satellite-Related Tenders in Ukraine – Overview and Analysis (2016–2025)

Satellite-Related Tenders in Ukraine – Overview and Analysis (2016–2025)

Military Unit K1412 awarded a 29.6 million UAH tender for 20 Skywer MR2 signal receivers to ATIKA-IT LLC in October 2024, and a 2025 mini-tender for 3 more units. Ukraine’s Foreign Intelligence Service SZR bought 9 Skywer MR2 stations in 2024 for 12.3 million UAH and conducted classified procurements for advanced signal receivers and intercept complexes. JSC Ukrgazvydobuvannya and Ukrgasbank purchased Starlink terminals in 2024 and 2022, respectively.
14 June 2025
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UK Drone Laws Explained: What Every Pilot Must Know in 2025

UK Drone Laws Explained: What Every Pilot Must Know in 2025

Drones under 250g in the UK can fly over people in built-up areas under Open A1 rules, but not over crowds. Drones up to 2 kg require an A2 Certificate of Competency to fly near uninvolved people. Drones 250g–25 kg need Flyer and Operator IDs; insurance is mandatory for commercial use. Remote ID will become mandatory between 2026 and 2028.
14 June 2025
D2D Gold Rush: The Race to Own the Sky-to-Phone Future (2025–2033)

D2D Gold Rush: The Race to Own the Sky-to-Phone Future (2025–2033)

AST SpaceMobile’s BlueWalker 3 enabled the first two-way voice call from a standard smartphone to a satellite in April 2023. Apple launched Emergency SOS via Satellite on iPhone 14 in late 2022, while Lynk Global secured FCC approval for commercial satellite-to-phone SMS that September. Viasat and BSNL demonstrated two-way SMS from a standard Android phone to a geostationary satellite in 2024.
14 June 2025
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Ukraine’s Mega 2025 Tenders Revealed: Multi‑Billion Projects Shaping Energy, Defense & More

Ukraine’s Mega 2025 Tenders Revealed: Multi‑Billion Projects Shaping Energy, Defense & More

Ukraine awarded over UAH 4 billion in 2024 to expand the Dniester pumped storage hydro plant. DTEK’s Tyligulska Wind Farm Phase II will add 384 MW with €450 million in turbines, 60 MW online by winter 2025. In May 2025, €84 million was secured for a new 330 kV transmission line and substation rebuilds with Slovakia. A 700 MW renewables auction worth UAH 11 billion will see winners named in April 2025.
14 June 2025
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War-Fueled E-Commerce Boom: Inside Ukraine’s Online Shopping Surge in 2025

War-Fueled E-Commerce Boom: Inside Ukraine’s Online Shopping Surge in 2025

Ukraine’s online retail sales reached ₴239 billion ($6–6.5 billion) in 2024, up about one-third from 2023. Cross-border e-commerce saw 73.5 million inbound parcels worth ₴120.5 billion, nearly doubling from the previous year. Nova Poshta delivered 480 million packages, including 19 million international parcels, marking an 86% jump in international volume. Rozetka held a 45–50% market share with ₴45 billion in 2023 revenue.
14 June 2025
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How Satellite Technologies Are Transforming Ukraine: From Warzones to Wheat Fields

How Satellite Technologies Are Transforming Ukraine: From Warzones to Wheat Fields

A Ukrainian charity crowdfunded access to an ICEYE SAR satellite in August 2022, enabling round-the-clock imaging of the war. Commercial satellites tracked a 40-mile Russian convoy near Kyiv and mapped the Nova Kakhovka dam flooding in June 2023. By 2024, Starlink provided reliable frontline communications. Ukraine established a Space Policy Directorate in early 2025 to develop secure national satellite systems.
14 June 2025
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State of Internet Access in Jordan: From Fiber Optics to Starlink

State of Internet Access in Jordan: From Fiber Optics to Starlink

Jordan recorded 8 million mobile broadband subscriptions and 812,000 fixed broadband lines by Q4 2024, with fiber making up 73% of fixed connections. Starlink and Eutelsat satellite services launched in April 2025. Internet penetration reached 91% by early 2024. Zain led mobile market share at 40%, while Orange held 80–90% of fixed broadband.
14 June 2025
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Broadband Blackouts & Starlink Smugglers: Inside Venezuela’s Fight for Internet Access

Broadband Blackouts & Starlink Smugglers: Inside Venezuela’s Fight for Internet Access

Venezuela’s median fixed broadband speed reached 54 Mbps by mid-2024, ranking about 119th globally, up from 6.15 Mbps in 2020. State provider CANTV held 56% market share in 2022, but private fiber ISPs now offer 100–300 Mbps in major cities. Only 180,000 homes had official fiber by late 2023, far short of government targets. Power outages remain widespread, disrupting service in nearly all states.
14 June 2025
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Drone Laws Exposed (2025): The Ultimate Guide to U.S. FAA Rules, No-Fly Zones, and State Regulations

Drone Laws Exposed (2025): The Ultimate Guide to U.S. FAA Rules, No-Fly Zones, and State Regulations

The FAA requires commercial drone pilots to hold a Remote Pilot Certificate and mandates Remote ID for most registered drones as of March 2024. Recreational users must pass a safety test, register drones over 0.55 pounds, and follow airspace rules. Drones are banned in national parks and much of Washington, D.C. Enforcement includes fines up to $250,000 and prison time.
14 June 2025
Ukraine Tenders in 2025: Public Procurement Platforms, Processes and Opportunities

Ukraine Tenders in 2025: Public Procurement Platforms, Processes and Opportunities

Prozorro handled over 3.2 million public contracts worth 888 billion UAH in 2024 and about 1.2 million contracts totaling 444.4 billion UAH in early 2025. Zakupivli.Pro processed half of all tenders. The Kyiv Metro Extension contract went to Avtostrada Group for 13.785 billion UAH in August 2024. Draft Law No. 11520 proposes EU-style procurement reforms and higher thresholds.
14 June 2025
Starting a Business in Ukraine in 2025: 10 Crucial Facts Every Entrepreneur Must Know

Starting a Business in Ukraine in 2025: 10 Crucial Facts Every Entrepreneur Must Know

Foreigners may own 100% of Ukrainian LLCs or JSCs; LLCs require no minimum capital and register in 1–3 days, while JSCs need about UAH 10 million and take 3–4 months. Private Entrepreneurs (FOP) can register with a Ukrainian TIN and passport translation, with online FOP registration for foreigners set for 2025. Corporate tax is 18%, with a 5% single tax for small entities. Opening a corporate bank account takes 1–5 days.
13 June 2025
Skyrocketing Fighter Jet Market 2025: Tech Triumphs and Global Rivalries Fuel a New Arms Race

Skyrocketing Fighter Jet Market 2025: Tech Triumphs and Global Rivalries Fuel a New Arms Race

The F-35 Lightning II surpassed 1,000 deliveries worldwide by late 2024, cementing Lockheed Martin’s lead in the fighter jet market. China’s J-20 fleet reached about 300 jets, making it the world’s second-largest stealth force. The global fighter market was valued at $105.7 billion in 2025, with Asia-Pacific as the largest regional buyer. Boeing’s F/A-18E/F Super Hornet line will end in 2025.
13 June 2025
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Flying Into Trouble? These Are the Drone Laws in Every Country You Must Know in 2025

Flying Into Trouble? These Are the Drone Laws in Every Country You Must Know in 2025

Most countries require registration for drones over 250 g, with fees typically around $5 for 1–3 years. The U.S. mandates Remote ID since March 2024, with penalties up to $250,000. The EU and UK enforce category-based rules and operator IDs. China, Japan, Australia, Singapore, UAE, and India impose strict registration, licensing, and no-fly zones, with fines or jail for violations.
13 June 2025
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Stock Market Today

  • Hammond Power Solutions Soars on Data Centre Demand, Eyes Long-Term Growth
    May 13, 2026, 9:40 PM EDT. Canadian stock Hammond Power Solutions (TSX:HPS.A) has surged 243% in the past year and nearly 3,100% over five years, driven by strong demand in the electrification and data centre sectors. The company, which manufactures dry-type transformers and electrical equipment, posted record quarterly sales of $265 million in Q1 2026, up 31.5% year-over-year. Its backlog rose 94.6%, largely due to AI-driven data centre expansion projects. Investors see Hammond Power as a fundamentally strong growth stock benefiting from renewable energy infrastructure and AI data centre trends, with its expanding capacity signaling potential for sustained gains.

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