Farewell to H-2A: A Final Flight and a New Beginning Japan’s workhorse H-2A rocket concluded nearly 25 years of service with its 50th and final launch on June 28, 2025, carrying the GOSAT-GW climate-monitoring satellite into orbit space.com space.com. Debuting in 2001, the H-2A achieved a 98% success rate (49 successes in 50 missions) –…
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Regulatory Authorities: Who Governs Drones in Japan? Japan’s drone regulations are primarily overseen by the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism (MLIT), specifically through the Japan Civil Aviation Bureau (JCAB) uavcoach.com. MLIT/JCAB serves as the national aviation authority, handling drone registration, setting safety rules, and issuing flight permissions caldwelllaw.com. In addition to MLIT, other…
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Major Internet Service Providers (ISPs) and Market Share Japan’s internet market is served by a mix of former incumbents and new entrants, with a few major providers dominating subscriber share. The top ISPs for fixed internet access include both traditional telecom companies and cable operators. The leading providers (by market share of internet subscriptions) are…
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Texas senators, led by Ted Cruz, are advocating to move the Space Shuttle Discovery from the Smithsonian to Houston, with costs potentially reaching $400 million. The Smithsonian warns the relocation is 'extremely complex and difficult' and risks damaging the iconic spacecraft, which played key roles in the Hubble and ISS missions.
This study explores AI innovation in manufacturing clusters, identifying cluster resources, networks, and environments as main drivers. Using cellular automata simulations, it finds these factors positively influence AI innovation. Case studies (Zhongguancun, Shenzhen, Bangalore) highlight the importance of resource endowments, AI-driven collaboration, and policy in fostering innovation.
Annabel Croft weighed in on the Hawk-Eye electronic line-calling system at Wimbledon after Emma Raducanu's complaints. Croft believes the technology is here to stay and will only improve, despite some initial flaws and player skepticism, marking a significant shift from traditional human line judges in tennis.
Connected Suriname: A Deep Dive into Internet Access and Satellite Connectivity in the GuianasSuriname, a small nation on the Guiana Shield of South America, is undergoing a digital transformation alongside its neighbors Guyana and French Guiana. Internet access has expanded rapidly in recent years – about 474,000 Surinamese were online by early 2024, representing 75.8% of the population …
Drone Laws in Rome, Italy: Comprehensive Guide to Regulations & PermitsOverview of Drone Regulations in Rome, Italy Flying a drone in Italy – including Rome – is legal but heavily regulated. Italy’s drone laws are governed by both European Union rules and national restrictions enforced by the Italian Civil Aviation Authority (ENAC) uavcoach.com. In general, you can …
