Ukraine’s largest operator Kyivstar has quietly leapt to the front of the “direct‑to‑cell” space race, pledging to switch on Starlink‑powered texting by late 2025 and full voice/data service by mid‑2026. In this deep‑dive you’ll learn exactly what was agreed, how the technology works, why regulators fast‑tracked it in a war zone, what analysts think it means…
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Space News Roundup: July 2025 From lunar marvels to leadership shakeups, the global space sector faces pivotal moments in science, technology, and policy. The Buck Moon Rises: A Celestial Spectacle for July 2025 What Is the Buck Moon and Why Is It Special This Year? On July 10, 2025, skywatchers across the globe will witness…
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Space News Roundup: July 2025 Senior Aerospace Editor’s In-Depth Analysis NASA’s Rapid Response: Aircraft and Satellite Tech in Texas Flood Recovery In the wake of catastrophic floods in Texas, NASA has mobilized its advanced airborne and satellite technologies to support emergency response and recovery. Persistent cloud cover rendered traditional satellite imagery ineffective, prompting NASA to…
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Space in July 2025: Budget Battles, Scientific Breakthroughs, and the New Space Race The global space sector is experiencing a period of profound transformation, marked by political wrangling over budgets, rapid advances in technology, and a surge of new players in both government and commercial domains. From the halls of Congress to the surface of…
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Space News Roundup: 8th July 2025 SpaceX’s Relentless Starlink Expansion and Falcon 9 Milestones SpaceX continues to dominate the commercial launch landscape, with its Starlink constellation growing at an unprecedented pace. On July 8, 2025, SpaceX launched the Starlink 10-28 mission from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, deploying 28 new broadband satellites into low-Earth orbit…
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The past two months have been exceptionally dynamic for the satellite communications (satcom) industry worldwide. From a flurry of satellite launches and constellation deployments to high-stakes mergers, investments, and policy moves, the period saw rapid advances in commercial broadband, military networks, and new IoT applications. Below we break down the major events and trends –…
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Space News Today: Global Advances, Challenges, and New Frontiers The space sector is experiencing a period of unprecedented dynamism, with breakthroughs in satellite technology, rocket launches, scientific discoveries, and international collaborations. This comprehensive roundup distills the most significant developments from the latest news, spanning military and commercial satellite deployments, advances in space science, environmental concerns,…
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This Week in Space: Reusable Rockets, Interstellar Visitors, and the Future of Earth Observation The past week has seen a torrent of developments across the space sector, from Europe’s push toward reusable launchers and the detection of a new interstellar object, to the sobering loss of a major climate-monitoring satellite. As the world’s eyes turn…
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Space News Roundup: July 2025 The first week of July 2025 has delivered a remarkable array of space news, spanning pioneering satellite launches, environmental discoveries, citizen science breakthroughs, and major industry moves. This comprehensive review explores the latest developments, their implications, and what lies ahead for the global space community. Europe’s Meteorological Leap: MTG-S1 Geostationary…
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Complete Guide to Satellite Internet WiFi Introduction: Satellite internet has gone from a last-resort connection to a game-changing way to get online, thanks to a new generation of satellites beaming broadband down to Earth. Once known for slow speeds and high latency, satellite internet “WiFi” is now undergoing a revolution. Companies like SpaceX’s Starlink are…
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A new analysis suggests the Milky Way may reside in a massive cosmic void—a billion light-years wide—potentially explaining the persistent Hubble tension. Dr. Indranil Banik stated, “A potential solution to this inconsistency is that our galaxy is close to the center of a large, local void.” This could affect local measurements of the universe’s expansion rate.
The European Union unveiled new rules targeting powerful AI systems from companies like OpenAI, Microsoft, and Google. The regulations demand greater transparency, copyright protection, and public safety measures. The AI Act rules take effect August 2025, with penalties starting in 2026. The CCIA Europe warns the code of conduct "imposes a disproportionate burden on AI providers."
YouTube is removing its Trending section in the coming weeks, shifting focus to personalized recommendations and YouTube Charts for discovering viral content. The change reflects evolving user habits and the rise of micro-trends, with creators encouraged to use the Inspiration Tab and new discovery tools like the Hype system.
Conversational AI and Voice Assistants – Key Developments (June–July 2025)Major Product Launches and Updates Amazon Alexa+ Rollout and Features: Amazon’s generative AI upgrade for Alexa – dubbed Alexa+ – entered broad early access by mid-2025. After a February launch event, Alexa+ was initially available to a limited group and reached over 1 million users by June theve…
EdTech Sector Developments – June & July 2025June and July 2025 have been pivotal months for educational technology (EdTech), marked by major platform launches, global partnerships, and a continued evolution in how digital tools support learning. Across K–12 schools, universities, and corporate training programs, AI-driven learning systems …
