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Spire Global Unveils Satellite Mission Operations Platform

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Tuesday, November 14, 2023

Spire Global, Inc. (NYSE: SPIR) (“Spire” or “the Company”), a leading global provider of space-based data, analytics and space services, today at Space Tech Expo Europe unveiled Constellation Management Platform, a web-based app that simplifies satellite constellation operations through its user-friendly interface.

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  • Spire Global, Inc. (NYSE: SPIR) (“Spire” or “the Company”), a leading global provider of space-based data, analytics and space services, today at Space Tech Expo Europe unveiled Constellation Management Platform, a web-based app that simplifies satellite constellation operations through its user-friendly interface.
  • Spire’s Constellation Management Platform is the latest innovation by Spire Space Services , the Company’s end-to-end solution for customers to build, launch and operate their own satellite constellation for a flat monthly fee.
  • Spire is leveraging its more than a decade of experience operating the world’s largest multi-payload satellite constellation to automate and optimize satellite operations, allowing any company to operate their satellites with one person and a laptop.
  • It simplifies access to Spire’s ground operations software to operate a satellite or constellation with multiple, global ground station networks for tracking, scheduling, commanding, downlinking data and monitoring telemetry.

LeapFrog's Magic Adventures™ Line Blasts Off with Award-Winning Telescope

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Tuesday, December 12, 2023

CHICAGO, Dec. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- LeapFrog® Enterprises, Inc., a leader in innovative educational toys for children, today announced the continued expansion of its Magic Adventures™ line with the Magic Adventures™ Telescope, letting kids discover things that are out of this world. Receiving accolades as one of the hottest toys of the year and recipient of the STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math) Accreditation Stamp of Approval by the Toy Association, the telescope joins the popular line that includes an interactive microscope and globe.

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  • "Our Magic Adventures line is about encouraging children's natural curiosity about the world around them," said Dr. Clement Chau, Vice President of Learning, LeapFrog.
  • "Science and exploration are of great interest to little ones and our Magic Adventures Telescope helps them turn their curiosity into aspirations."
  • With up to 110x zoom and more than 100 interactive videos and images courtesy of NASA, young astronomers can explore STEAM skills and make fascinating discoveries with the Magic Adventures Telescope.
  • Highlights of the Magic Adventures line, available now at retailers nationwide, include:
    Magic Adventures™ Telescope: Explore out-of-this-world discoveries with this real telescope with a 2.4" video screen for easy viewing.

Belgian Commitment to Partnership Supports a New Frontier of Europe-US Space Research

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Sunday, December 10, 2023

The visit signals a new phase of the long-standing collaboration between Europe and the United States on space research and exemplifies Belgium's commitment to partnerships in facing global challenges.

Key Points: 
  • The visit signals a new phase of the long-standing collaboration between Europe and the United States on space research and exemplifies Belgium's commitment to partnerships in facing global challenges.
  • Belgium's expertise in aerospace, and in science more generally, is internationally recognised – in terms of both training and industry.
  • The country's support of the ESA shows its commitment to shaping the development of Europe's space capability and ensuring that investment in space continues to deliver benefits to the citizens of Europe and the world.
  • The 17 members of the ESA astronaut class of 2022 were selected from a pool of over 23,000 applicants.

Belgian Commitment to Partnership Supports a New Frontier of Europe-US Space Research

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Sunday, December 10, 2023

The visit signals a new phase of the long-standing collaboration between Europe and the United States on space research and exemplifies Belgium's commitment to partnerships in facing global challenges.

Key Points: 
  • The visit signals a new phase of the long-standing collaboration between Europe and the United States on space research and exemplifies Belgium's commitment to partnerships in facing global challenges.
  • Belgium's expertise in aerospace, and in science more generally, is internationally recognised – in terms of both training and industry.
  • The country's support of the ESA shows its commitment to shaping the development of Europe's space capability and ensuring that investment in space continues to deliver benefits to the citizens of Europe and the world.
  • The 17 members of the ESA astronaut class of 2022 were selected from a pool of over 23,000 applicants.

Skyted, supported by the European Space Agency and Airbus, Unveils New Silent Masks at CES 2024, Making Confidential Conversations and Silent Video Gaming a Reality

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Monday, December 4, 2023

TOULOUSE, France, Dec. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Skyted, the silent, secure and inclusive communication solution, is pleased to announce the creation of two new mask models launching on Kickstarter on Jan.8, 2024 and being showcased at CES in Las Vegas.

Key Points: 
  • On January 8, 2024, Skyted will launch its Kickstarter Crowdfunding Campaign, taking orders for its revolutionary Gaming and Mobility Silent masks, while demonstrating their performance at CES.
  • Led by former Airbus VP Stéphane Hersen and supported by the French Aerospace Lab (ONERA), the European Space Agency and Airbus, Skyted's Mission is: 'Stay connected but discreet'.
  • The new Skyted Gaming Mask comes with customizable skin, backlighting and features real-time haptic vibration.
  • Skyted is designed to address the diverse needs of various user groups, ensuring privacy, uninterrupted communication, and enhanced learning.

Advanced Space Composites Market Report: Global and Regional Analysis 2021-2031

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Friday, November 10, 2023

DUBLIN, Nov. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The "Advanced Space Composites Market - A Global and Regional Analysis 2021-2031" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

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  • DUBLIN, Nov. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The "Advanced Space Composites Market - A Global and Regional Analysis 2021-2031" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • These advanced composites help in maintaining extreme dimensional stability over extreme temperatures when the spacecraft is in space.
  • There are several factors that contribute to the growth of the advanced space composites market.
  • The convergence of visionary space agencies, pioneering private enterprises, and international partnerships underscores the momentum propelling the growth of the advanced space composites market.

The Key to the Space Industry valued at NT$300 Billion by 2025: Connecting Academia, Industry and the International community to foster space talent R&D capability

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Thursday, November 9, 2023

However, achieving this goal necessitates not only sufficient capital funding but also overcoming technological and human resource challenges.

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  • However, achieving this goal necessitates not only sufficient capital funding but also overcoming technological and human resource challenges.
  • The Industrial Development Administration of the Ministry of Economic Affairs has been proactively fostering talent development since the inception of "The Plan for Space Industry Supply Chain Development" (hereinafter referred to as the Space Program).
  • A recent presentation showcasing accomplishments attracted many enterprises and students associated with the space industry chain.
  • This event provided an opportunity to witness the achievements of talent cultivation in Taiwan's space industry.

Firefly Aerospace Announces Agreement with Fleet Space to Deliver Seismic Payload to Far Side of the Moon

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Wednesday, November 8, 2023

CEDAR PARK, Texas, Nov. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Firefly Aerospace, Inc., an end-to-end space transportation company, today announced a new agreement with Fleet Space Technologies, an Australian space exploration firm, to deliver and operate Fleet's Seismic Payload for Interplanetary Discovery, Exploration, and Research (SPIDER) on the far side of the Moon. In addition to payloads from NASA and the European Space Agency, the Australian-backed SPIDER payload will fly on Firefly's Blue Ghost lander as part of Firefly's second lunar mission in 2026.

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  • CEDAR PARK, Texas, Nov. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Firefly Aerospace, Inc. , an end-to-end space transportation company, today announced a new agreement with Fleet Space Technologies, an Australian space exploration firm, to deliver and operate Fleet's Seismic Payload for Interplanetary Discovery, Exploration, and Research (SPIDER) on the far side of the Moon.
  • In addition to payloads from NASA and the European Space Agency, the Australian-backed SPIDER payload will fly on Firefly's Blue Ghost lander as part of Firefly's second lunar mission in 2026.
  • "The Firefly team welcomes Fleet Space on our far side lunar mission that will serve as a critical building block for future human and robotic missions to come," said Bill Weber, CEO of Firefly Aerospace.
  • Fleet Space's SPIDER payload is part of the Australian Space Agency's Moon to Mars initiative that's aligned with NASA's Artemis program to support future habitation on the Moon.

Stack Capital Group Inc. Reports Q3-2023 Financial Results

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Thursday, November 2, 2023

For the nine months ended September 30, 2023, 150,400 common shares were repurchased at a weighted average price of $6.19 per share.

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  • For the nine months ended September 30, 2023, 150,400 common shares were repurchased at a weighted average price of $6.19 per share.
  • The first billion took more than 6 years, therefore, there has been a significant increase in pace between the first and second billion picks.
  • Omio – Stack Capital invested an additional $1 million in Omio, increasing the Company’s overall investment to $10.4 million.
  • “The continued growth across our portfolio companies is very encouraging,” said Jeff Parks, CEO of Stack Capital.

Global Advanced Space Composites Market Expanding Rapidly, Revolutionizing Aerospace Industry - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Friday, November 3, 2023

The advanced space composites market is driving transformative changes in space technologies, offering materials and fabrication techniques that challenge traditional aerospace paradigms.

Key Points: 
  • The advanced space composites market is driving transformative changes in space technologies, offering materials and fabrication techniques that challenge traditional aerospace paradigms.
  • The use of composites in in-space transportation systems and the emergence of satellite mega constellations provide growth opportunities for the advanced space composites market.
  • How This Report Adds Value:
    The report provides insights into global advanced space composites market dynamics, drivers, challenges, and opportunities.
  • Key players in the advanced space composites market include Toray Advanced Composites, Beyond Gravity, Hexcel Corporation, Airborne, and MT Aerospace AG.