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North Korea planning to launch a satellite this week amid military tensions
By Brett Tingley published
The North Korean government has announced it will attempt to launch a satellite between Aug. 24 and Aug. 31. Its previous attempt in May 2023 failed and landed in the Yellow Sea.
Spies and hackers are targeting the US space industry: report
By Brett Tingley published
The U.S. Office of the Director of National Intelligence issued a warning to private space companies about the threat of foreign cyberattacks and disruptions to U.S. satellites.
These 3 teams just hacked a US Air Force satellite in space ... and won big cash prizes
By Brett Tingley published
The U.S. Air Force has announced the winners of its first-of-its-kind satellite hacking competition, which saw teams attempt to take control of a cubesat in orbit.
US Space Force creates 1st unit dedicated to targeting adversary satellites
By Brett Tingley published
The United States Space Force has activated its first and only unit dedicated to targeting other nations' satellites and the ground stations that support them.
SpaceX's private control of satellite internet concerns military leaders: report
By Andrew Jones published
Military leaders around the world have expressed concerns over the dominance of SpaceX founder Elon Musk when it comes to satellite-based internet services.
North Korea launches ICBM on record-breaking 74-minute flight
By Andrew Jones published
North Korea test-fired an intercontinental ballistic missile on Wednesday (July 12), shortly after complaining about purported spying activity by the United States.
Space Force wants 'Foo Fighter' satellites to track hypersonic missiles
By Brett Tingley published
The FOO Fighter program adds to the U.S. military's continuing pursuit of space-based sensors designed to track emerging threats such as hypersonic missiles.
National Guard in space? White House says no thanks
By Brett Tingley published
The office of U.S. President Joe Biden has voiced opposition to the creation of a Space National Guard, arguing instead for better management of existing Space Force personnel.
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