Budget, Policy & Regulation

The space industry is governed by a complex web of space policies and regulations that shape its trajectory. Governments allocate substantial space budgets to fund ambitious space exploration missions, satellite programs, and cutting-edge research initiatives. These space funding mechanisms are critical drivers of innovation and technological advancements in the sector. Space laws and international treaties provide a legal framework for conducting activities in that domain responsibly and sustainably. These space regulations cover areas such as orbital debris mitigation, peaceful use of outer space, and equitable access to space resources. These space governance efforts are aimed at fostering a safe, secure, and collaborative space environment.

News & Analysis

Jan 06, 2025
As part of the agreement, AST SpaceMobile will provide Ligado Networks with $113 million of AST SpaceMobile warrants and usage rights payments.
Jan 03, 2025
An FAA airspace advisory is in effect for New Glenn-1 (NG-1) launch attempts from Jan. 6-12 from Cape Canaveral SFS.
Jan 03, 2025
“The root cause was identified as a software issue within the ground segment,” Eutelsat said on Jan. 2.
Jan 02, 2025
The barge is named Jacklyn after the mother of Blue Origin owner Jeff Bezos.
Dec 31, 2024
The two agencies are looking for ways to speed up transferring technology developed by federal entities.
Dec 28, 2024
“This is a monumental milestone and a glimpse of what’s just around the corner for New Glenn’s first launch,” said Jarrett Jones, senior VP, New Glenn.
Dec 27, 2024
The company, owned by Jeff Bezos, has not released a launch date for its first New Glenn mission.
Dec 23, 2024
In February 2024, the U.S. Space Force set up a pilot program called Tactical Surveillance, Reconnaissance and Tracking (TacSRT).