Google is launching a prototype data center satellite on SpaceX's Transporter 18 mission on October 1, placing it in a dawn-dusk orbit that keeps solar panels in near-continuous sunlight while minimizing radiation exposure and launch costs compared to geostationary alternatives.
Nokia and Iceye announced a partnership to develop secure satellite communications systems for governments and defence contractors, with launches expected in 2028. The systems will provide sovereign broadband capabilities for military, border security, emergency services, and disaster response missions, positioning European technology against competitors like Starlink.