SPACETIDE 2026

https://events.spacetide.jp/event/Tide2026/summary

SPACETIDE strives to build a mutually beneficial future where space transforms society and industry. Leaders across diverse industries will share challenges and co-create a sustainable future where technology and services are accessible to all. Tokyo, Japan. July 6-9, 2026.

NASA GSFC OSBP Presents -Science That Shapes Missions Series: Space Weather

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/nasa-gsfc-osbp-presents-science-that-shapes-missions-series-space-weather-tickets-1992131647384

NASA Goddard Space Flight Center Office of Small Business Programs (OSBP) is hosting a virtual session on the impact of space weather on NASA missions. Topics include the threat of solar activity, geomagnetic storms, and energetic particles to spacecraft and crews, and innovations to mitigate operational difficulties caused by space weather. Free. Online. July 9, 2026.

The 2026 Humans to the Moon & Mars Summit

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-2026-humans-to-the-moon-mars-summit-registration-1972668527669?aff=oddtdtcreator&mc_cid=b41e57470e

Workshops and plenary sessions around the goal of achieving a permanent human presence on the Moon in this decade and Mars in the next. Topics to include Moon and Mars architecture and systems, science, human health, policy, STEM education, and more. From $160.94. Houston, TX. July 21-23, 2026.

Small Satellite Conference 2026

https://smallsat.org/

Explore the latest technologies driving constellation success under the theme, "The Clouds Above the Clouds" and help shape the future of small satellites as the 40th Annual Small Satellite Conference celebrates the vision and collaboration that propelled the industry forward over the past four decades. $350-$1000. Salt Lake City, UT. August 23-26, 2026.

SPACESCIENCE2026

https://spacescience.researchconnects.org

Sessions covering satellite technology, spacecraft propulsion, space robotics, AI applications in space, active debris remediation, and human spaceflight. $499-$1099. Venice, Italy. August 26-27, 2026.

World Space Business Week

https://wsbw.com/

Connect with decision-makers, investors and partners in the global space ecosystem from over 600 organizations representing more than 60 countries. Speakers include Firefly CEO Jason Kim, Seraphim CEO and General Partner Mark Boggest, and Vast CEO Max Haot. Paris, France. €660-€3,740. September 14-17, 2026.

AMOS Conference

https://amostech.com/

The 2026 Advanced Maui Optical and Space Surveillance Technologies Conference features a multi-day program on Space Situational/Domain Awareness including Technical Short Courses, the EMER-GEN® program for young professionals, Policy Forum discussions, featured presentations and technical sessions, plus poster sessions, exhibit receptions and special events. $150-$2,295. Virtual and in-person: Maui, HI. September 15-18, 2026.

Inaugural Texas Space Summit 2026

https://www.texasspacesummit.com/

This Texas-led effort to drive humanity's expansion into deep space emphasizes a collaborative environment for industry leaders, policymakers, investors, and innovators while highlighting Texas's leadership in the space sector. $795. San Antonio, TX. September 21-23, 2026.

Robotically Manipulated Payload Challenge

https://rmpc.nasatechleap.org/

NASA Flight Opportunities is inviting applicants to propose payloads that can be manipulated by a robotic arm in low Earth orbit, to advance persistent infrastructure for in-space servicing, assembly, and manufacturing. Up to three winners will each receive up to $500,000 to develop a flight-ready payload and demonstrate it in orbit in early 2028. A virtual information session is available on June 18. Phase 1 deadline August 12, 2026.

NANA Space Roboticist Challenge

https://spaceroboticistchallenge.com/

Selected researchers will run experiments on the Fly Foundational Robots' 7-Degree-of-Freedom robotic arm mission in low Earth orbit. Teams gain access to simulation and validation facilities at Goddard Space Flight Center, working directly with NASA engineers on your experiment design. Launch Webinar: June 24, 2026. Registration Close Date: September 23, 2026.

Rock and Roll with NASA Challenge

https://www.herox.com/NASARockandRoll

NASA is seeking innovative designs for a lightweight, compliant and durable rover wheel capable of carrying heavy cargo, handling freezing lunar nights and sprinting across sharp regolith at 24 km/h. The phased challenge is open to students, independent inventors and aerospace firms. The current phase Involves live physical prototype testing at the NASA Johnson Space Center Rock Yard. Prize: $155,000. Submission Deadline: November 4, 2025.

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SpaceX to acquire Cursor for $60B in stock, days after blockbuster IPO

https://techcrunch.com/2026/06/16/spacex-to-acquire-cursor-for-60b-in-stock-days-after-blockbuster-ipo/

SpaceX will exercise its option to acquire AI coding startup Cursor in a $60 billion stock deal likely to close in Q3 2026, to bolster its artificial intelligence division. Prior to the deal, Cursor was lined up to close a $2 billion funding round from Andreessen Horowitz, Thrive, Nvidia, and others to bring its valuation to $50 billion. 

Rocket Lab acquires Iridium Communications

https://arstechnica.com/space/2026/06/in-a-bold-move-rocket-lab-acquires-iridium-communications/

Rocket Lab acquired satellite communications company Iridium Communications for ~$8 billion to transform itself into a self-launching space services superpower. The deal gives Rocket Lab an active network of 80 low-Earth orbit satellites, highly valuable L-band spectrum, and 2.55 million global customers. Fully realizing this integration will depend on Rocket Lab overcoming development delays with its medium-lift Neutron rocket.

Canada's MDA Space to buy Blue Canyon in $620 million deal

https://www.reuters.com/legal/transactional/canadas-mda-space-buy-blue-canyon-620-million-deal-2026-06-19/

Canadian space firm MDA Space will expand its footprint in the US defense space market by acquiring US-based Blue Canyon Technologies from RTX's Raytheon business. The $620 million deal is expected to ⁠close by the end of 2026 and adds ~$3.5 billion to MDA Space's opportunity pipeline.

EQT to acquire Exolaunch, a Germany-based satellite deployment technology and launch mission management firm powering global access to space

https://eqtgroup.com/news/eqt-to-acquire-exolaunch-a-germany-based-satellite-deployment-technology-and-launch-mission-management-firm-powering-global-access-to-space-2026-06-18

EQT X, EQT's €22 billion flagship private equity buyout fund, will acquire German space-tech firm Exolaunch, marking EQT's first investment in the space sector. Exolaunch is a leader in satellite deployment and mission management, has deployed more than 790 satellites across 47 missions, and has flown on every SpaceX Transporter and Bandwagon rideshare flight.

Gilat to Acquire Comtech’s Satellite and Space Business, Targeting US Defense Growth

https://www.satellitetoday.com/finance/2026/06/15/gilat-to-acquire-comtechs-satellite-and-space-business-targeting-us-defense-growth/

Israel-based Gilat Satellite Networks will acquire Comtech’s Satellite and Space Communications segment for $157.5 million in cash, with $10 million paid on June 15. This will bring together two major players in the satellite ground technology segment and expand Gilat's exposure to the US defense market. 

Vaisala acquires AI weather company Atmo, Inc. to lead the transformation of meteorology

https://www.vaisala.com/en/stock-exchange-releases/2026-06/inside-information-vaisala-acquires-ai-weather-company-atmo-inc-lead-transformation-meteorology

Vaisala is set to acquire San Francisco-based AI-driven weather forecasting technology pioneer Atmo for $70 million cash and 9 million Vaisala shares along with a contingent cash earn-out of up to $60 million. The acquisition pairs Vaisala’s physical weather-sensing network and global reach with Atmo's advanced AI models.

ElevationSpace Secures US $40 Million in Series B Funding, Bringing Total Raised to US $63.5 Million

https://elevation-space.com/posts_en/20260619_news_eng

Japanese space-to-Earth transportation and space environment utilization platform company ElevationSpace raised $40 million in Series B funding from investors including Mitsubishi UFJ Capital, SMBC Venture Capital, NTT DOCOMO Ventures, Simplex Capital Investment, SPARX Asset Management, and others.

Dawn Aerospace closes $25 million Series B for global reusable space transportation expansion

https://www.compositesworld.com/news/dawn-aerospace-closes-25-million-series-b-for-global-reuseable-space-transportation-expansion

New Zealand-Dutch Dawn Aerospace closed a Series B round of $25 million at a $195 million post-money valuation led by Balerion Space Ventures to support its mission to build scalable, sustainable space transportation with its nontoxic chemical propulsion system.

Katalyst engineers attach LINK to a baseplate inside the Space Environment Simulator at NASA Goddard for a test fire of the satellite’s ion thrusters and test operation of one of the robotic arms. Image Credits: NASA/Sophia Roberts

Katalyst Raises $12M to Send Space Robot to GEO for Satellite Servicing

https://www.katalystspace.com/news/katalyst-raises-12m-to-send-space-robot-to-geo-for-satellite-servicing

https://arstechnica.com/space/2026/06/a-bold-satellite-rescue-mission-came-together-in-record-time-but-will-it-work/

Katalyst Space raised $12 million led by Geodesic Capital, with participation from Fortitude Ventures to support the development of its next-generation robotic spacecraft, NEXUS. Katalyst also partnered with NASA on a $30 million contract to build and launch its Link servicing spacecraft, which aims to save the $500 million Swift astronomy satellite before it reenters Earth's atmosphere this fall. Link was developed in under a year and is currently scheduled to launch on July 2 aboard Northrop Grumman's final Pegasus XL rocket.

Irish space-tech Ubotica raises $11m to scale AI marine monitoring

https://www.siliconrepublic.com/start-ups/irish-space-tech-ubotica-raises-11m-to-scale-ai-marine-monitoring

Irish space-tech company Ubotica Technologies raised $11m led by Act Venture Capital and Greencode Ventures, with participation from existing investor Atlantic Bridge for its maritime intelligence system that allows satellites to make real-time decisions about emerging threats to critical infrastructure using AI.

Sophia Space Raises $7M, Selects Apex Space Bus for Orbital Compute Demo

https://www.satellitetoday.com/technology/2026/06/23/sophia-space-raises-7m-selects-apex-space-bus-for-orbital-compute-demo/

Sophia Space announced a $7 million round led by Nvidia alumni investor network EverGreen with participation from SparkLabs Group. The company has selected Apex Space's Nova satellite bus for its upcoming in-orbit computing demonstration mission in 2027 as part of its plan to deploy orbital data centers by 2030.

Juno Propulsion Raises $1.4 Million Pre-Seed Round to Advance First On-Orbit Demonstration of RDC-Powered Spacecraft Propulsion

https://www.junopropulsion.com/news/juno-raises-pre-seed-round  

Juno Propulsion closed a $1.4 million pre-seed round to support development of its non-toxic rotating detonation combustion (RDC) propulsion system, Project IRIS. The round was led by SOSV, with participation from Hypernova Fund, Leslie Ventures, Activate, Collaborative Fund, Safar Partners, and Cape Fear Ventures. 

With Starfall, SpaceX eyes an edge in global cargo delivery from orbit

https://arstechnica.com/space/2026/06/with-starfall-spacex-eyes-an-edge-in-global-cargo-delivery-from-orbit/

SpaceX launched the first demonstration mission for "Starfall," a saucer-shaped reentry pod designed to rapidly deliver cargo anywhere on Earth from low-Earth orbit. Beyond serving commercial microgravity manufacturing, the 4,600-pound vehicle positions SpaceX to capture lucrative US military contracts for global point-to-point cargo logistics.

SpaceX May Be Eyeing US Mobile Market – Even As Musk Says ‘Star’ Branding Has Gone Too Far

https://finance.yahoo.com/markets/stocks/articles/spacex-may-eyeing-us-mobile-053206928.html

SpaceX is considering building its own Starlink terrestrial US mobile network. Elon Musk subsequently commented that they will cut back on "Star" brand prefixes. Other Star brands include the "Starmind" AI satellite constellation and "Starpipe" fuel pipeline.

NASA Announces Public-Private Partnership to Advance Mars Science

https://www.nasa.gov/news-release/nasa-announces-public-private-partnership-to-advance-mars-science/

NASA announced a new public‑private partnership under which they will provide the Aeolus atmospheric‑science instrument payload and Relativity Space will supply the spacecraft, rocket, and cruise operations necessary to deliver instruments to Mars. The partnership is part of NASA's push to accelerate Mars mission cadence. 

Animation concept for the Habitable Worlds Observatory. Image Credits: NASA's Scientific Visualization Studio - eMITS/Jonathan North, eMITS/Walt Feimer, ADNET Systems, Inc./Aaron E. Lepsch

NASA is building a new space telescope to search for life on nearby planets. What would it see on ancient Earth?

https://www.space.com/space-exploration/search-for-life/nasa-is-building-a-new-space-telescope-to-search-for-life-on-nearby-planets-what-would-it-see-on-ancient-earth

A new study established the spectral resolution requirements for NASA's upcoming Habitable Worlds Observatory (HWO) to confidently identify biosignatures on distant exoplanets. HWO is the first observatory designed to directly image rocky, Earth-sized planets orbiting nearby stars and analyze their atmospheres for signs of life. The study established baseline targets sensitive enough to identify life across three historical eras of Earth.

Entanglement Builds Space-Time. Now “Magic” Gives It Gravity.

https://www.quantamagazine.org/entanglement-builds-space-time-now-magic-gives-it-gravity-20260603/

Physicists achieved a theoretical breakthrough in how quantum particles give space-time its flexibility and gravity, solving a long-standing gap in holographic theories where matter failed to warp space. Multiple teams identified that a specific measure of quantum complexity known as "magic" acts as the crucial element that allows encoded space and matter to interact. Magic injects dynamic flexibility into the structure, allowing encoded matter to dynamically influence the surrounding geometry.