SpaceNews
Former NASA Chief Jim Bridenstine Takes the Helm at Quantum Space, Because Apparently Space Wasn't Enough
Jim Bridenstine trades NASA for Quantum Space, proving that once you've been in charge of space, you never really leave.
2026-07-30
SpaceNews
2026-07-23
Ars Technica
Space Force Chief Nominee Says No to Space Privateers, Probably Disappointing Some 18th Century Ghosts
The next Space Force chief says private space weapons are a no-go, dashing the dreams of 18th-century privateers and modern-day cyber-hawkers alike.
2026-07-08
SpaceNews
Government Mulls Whether to Throw Money at Spaceports or Just Cross Its Fingers
A New Glenn explosion, aging infrastructure, and a looming launch capacity crisis have the government considering whether to open its wallet or just hope for the best.
2026-06-12
SpaceNews
Space Force Wants Someone - Anyone - To Use Its New Launch Pad for Smaller Rockets
The Space Force is offering a launch pad at Vandenberg for smaller rockets, asking companies to prove they have the money, the tech, and a plan to not mess up the neighbors' launches.
2026-05-05
SpaceNews
Anduril Assembles Space Startup Avengers for Golden Dome Missile Interceptor Program
Anduril recruits a space startup dream team to shoot down missiles from orbit, because ground-based defenses are so last century.
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