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Updated June 16, 2026

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The SpaceNews space unicorn tracker

Our ongoing list of current private space companies with a valuation of $1 billion or more. The post The SpaceNews space unicorn tracker appeared first on SpaceNews.

June 16, 2026  ·  SpaceNews
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Katalyst Space raises $12 million for GEO servicing demo mission

Satellite servicing startup Katalyst Space Technologies has raised $12 million for a geosynchronous orbit demonstration as its mission to boost the orbit of a NASA observatory nears launch. The post Katalyst Space raises $12 million for GEO servicing demo…

June 16, 2026  ·  SpaceNews
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PiLogic partners with Air Force lab to test satellite fault-prediction software

The startup uses probabilistic reasoning to diagnose spacecraft anomalies The post PiLogic partners with Air Force lab to test satellite fault-prediction software appeared first on SpaceNews.

June 16, 2026  ·  SpaceNews
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A UN agency that works for US space

If United States policymakers deride the wider United Nations, they still spend on the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) because it amplifies the commercial reach of U.S. standards. This includes U.S. […] The post A UN agency that works for US…

June 16, 2026  ·  SpaceNews
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Don't miss the moon lead a dazzling mini 'planet parade' on June 17

The crescent moon will shine alongside Jupiter, Venus and Mercury as it passes through the Beehive open star cluster on June 17.

June 16, 2026  ·  Space.com
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SpaceX IPO brings Starship to NYC | Space photo of the day for June 16, 2026

Elon Musk became the world's first trillionaire shortly after SpaceX debuted on the Nasdaq.

June 16, 2026  ·  Space.com