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American Edition · 2026

The Ultimate Guide to Space

A curated American edition of TechDay news, analysis, interviews, reviews, job moves, and related resources for Space.

What to know about Space

SpaceTech encompasses the rapidly evolving technologies and innovations driving human activity beyond Earth. From satellite launches and broadband connectivity to AI-powered spacecraft and space-based computing, the tag covers the infrastructure and advancements shaping modern space exploration and utilization.

Exploring stories under SpaceTech reveals a dynamic interplay between startups, established aerospace enterprises, and international collaborations, highlighting the diverse applications of space technology. Readers can learn about the latest satellite deployments, ground-breaking research missions, cutting-edge communication networks, and the expanding role of AI and machine learning in space operations.

Following SpaceTech insights provides a window into how space innovations address real-world challenges—from improving global internet coverage, supporting climate and agriculture monitoring, to enhancing astronaut health and preparing for future missions to the Moon and Mars. This tag invites curious minds to engage with the technology driving humanity’s ventures into the cosmos and its impact here on Earth.

American Space News

Regional stories with direct local relevance

Analyst Insights

Research and market analysis connected to Space

Expert Columns

Recent Space News

Sift names co-founder CEO & opens San Francisco office
Recruitment

Sift names co-founder CEO & opens San Francisco office

The hardware observability startup is expanding its leadership bench as it targets aerospace, defence and autonomy customers with software for physical systems.

Thu, 14th May 2026

Sonny's CTO warns against AI-generated code without review
Software engineering

Sonny's CTO warns against AI-generated code without review

Human review had to be reinstated after AI-written software at Sonny's quickly developed faults, highlighting the risks of unchecked code generation.

Thu, 30th Apr 2026

Orbital plans 2027 test for AI data centres in orbit
Renewable energy

Orbital plans 2027 test for AI data centres in orbit

Backed by a16z Speedrun, the start-up aims to ease AI's power crunch by proving servers can run continuously in orbit from 2027.

Wed, 15th Apr 2026

Everspin signs Microchip deal for second MRAM source
Semiconductors

Everspin signs Microchip deal for second MRAM source

Customers in industrial, aerospace and automotive markets get a second US MRAM source as Everspin seeks to reduce supply disruption risk.

Fri, 10th Apr 2026

Everspin unveils UNISYST MRAM for unified edge AI memory
Semiconductors

Everspin unveils UNISYST MRAM for unified edge AI memory

Everspin's UNISYST MRAM targets edge AI with unified code-and-data memory, promising far faster writes and greater endurance than NOR flash.

Wed, 11th Mar 2026

Everspin expands PERSYST MRAM with 128Mb, 256Mb parts
Industrial IoT

Everspin expands PERSYST MRAM with 128Mb, 256Mb parts

Everspin boosts PERSYST MRAM range, qualifying 64Mb for harsh environments and adding 128Mb, 256Mb parts for 2026 high-reliability designs.

Sat, 7th Mar 2026

Kymeta & iRocket partner on missile interceptor connectivity
Federal Government

Kymeta & iRocket partner on missile interceptor connectivity

Kymeta and iRocket partner to embed advanced satellite tech in missile interceptors, boosting connectivity and accuracy for next-gen defence systems.

Thu, 20th Nov 2025

Satellite thermal imaging brings new era for emissions reporting
Oil and Gas

Satellite thermal imaging brings new era for emissions reporting

Satellite thermal imaging now tracks industrial CO2 emissions at facility level, offering independent and real-time verification of environmental impacts.

Thu, 26th Jun 2025

PiLogic secures $4 million to boost precision AI for space
Defence

PiLogic secures $4 million to boost precision AI for space

PiLogic has raised $4 million to develop its precise AI technology aimed at enhancing object tracking and diagnostics in aerospace and defence sectors.

Wed, 28th May 2025

XTI Aerospace to acquire 30% stake in ReadyMonitor
Aviation

XTI Aerospace to acquire 30% stake in ReadyMonitor

XTI Aerospace has signed a non-binding Memorandum of Understanding to acquire a 30% stake in Drone-as-a-Service leader ReadyMonitor, enhancing VTOL tech.

Fri, 24th Jan 2025

Tokenised equities hit USD $2.4 billion as activity jumps
Not for profit

Tokenised equities hit USD $2.4 billion as activity jumps

Rising trader activity and a 1.1 million-strong holder base suggest tokenised equities are gaining traction ahead of key US data and SpaceX results.

4 days ago

On-chain real-world asset perpetuals volume doubles fast
Tokenisation

On-chain real-world asset perpetuals volume doubles fast

Weekend trading and pre-IPO speculation are driving growth in real-world asset perpetuals, even as pricing risks and liquidity gaps persist.

5 days ago

Multiverse Computing raises USD $570 million in Series C
Manufacturing

Multiverse Computing raises USD $570 million in Series C

The funding lifts the Spanish AI firm to a USD $1.7 billion valuation as demand grows for cheaper, lower-energy model deployment.

Last week

Florida SpaceTech firms join Seraphim investment push
Agricultural Technology

Florida SpaceTech firms join Seraphim investment push

Five early-stage SpaceTech firms in Florida will get mentoring and investor access as a UK-backed scheme seeks to speed fundraising.

Last month

Global IPO proceeds triple as AI deals drive rebound
Robotics

Global IPO proceeds triple as AI deals drive rebound

Investor demand for AI-linked listings helped lift global IPO proceeds to USD $186.8 billion in the first half of 2026, EY said.

Last month

Apricorn launches 4TB hardware-encrypted USB drive
Regulatory technology

Apricorn launches 4TB hardware-encrypted USB drive

Government and defence users can now carry far more secure data offline, as Apricorn's pocket-sized drive packs 4TB and faster transfers.

Last month

East West acquires Vexos in Americas, Asia expansion
DataCentre infrastructure

East West acquires Vexos in Americas, Asia expansion

Customers in medical, aerospace and AI data centre markets gain a wider production base as East West adds Vexos' sites in five countries.

Last month

Unseenlabs launches second-gen satellites for wider RF
Digital services

Unseenlabs launches second-gen satellites for wider RF

The French firm's new microsatellites broaden radio frequency monitoring beyond ships, giving customers wider coverage of land and space activity.

Last month

Opswat tests cyber kiosk in near-space balloon flight
Cyber attacks

Opswat tests cyber kiosk in near-space balloon flight

The test suggests air-gapped security tools may be needed where cloud access and onsite support are unavailable, from space to remote industrial sites.

Last month

Wise Up PR wins SPARC AI defence communications brief
Robotics

Wise Up PR wins SPARC AI defence communications brief

The appointment gives SPARC AI a specialist push as it seeks wider adoption of its GPS-denied drone software among defence buyers and OEMs.

Mon, 29th Jun 2026

Job Moves