U.S. Space Force

The U.S. Space Force has awarded contracts to Viasat and Intelsat for the development of new anti-jam communication satellites. The combined contract value is $437.7 million.

SpaceX has secured a $4 billion contract with the U.S. Space Force to develop satellites capable of targeting airborne threats globally. The satellites are designed to detect and neutralize threats from anywhere on Earth, as highlighted in a long exposure photograph of an airplane above a satellite.

Hackers exploited Meta’s AI support bot to reset passwords and briefly deface high-profile Instagram accounts, including the Obama White House and the U.S. Space Force’s Chief Master Sergeant. The method involved using a Telegram video to demonstrate tricking the AI into linking accounts to new emails, enabling unauthorized access. Meta issued an emergency patch to address the vulnerability.

The U.S. Space Force awarded SpaceX a $2 billion satellite contract, strengthening the company's relationship with its largest customer. This contract further cements SpaceX's role in military space operations.

A new report argues that the U.S. Space Force must prepare for potential in-person lunar conflicts with China as part of growing space competition. The analysis highlights the need for military readiness on the moon amid escalating geopolitical tensions.

The U.S. Air Force is proposing to convert decommissioned offshore oil rigs into rocket booster recovery platforms through Project Able Baker, which would reduce costs and provide environmental remediation. The initiative would create a network of sea-based recovery stations as an alternative to expensive drone ships currently used by companies like SpaceX, while supporting the federal Rigs to Reefs program.

A proposed 'NASA Force' has emerged as a non-military counterpart to the U.S. Space Force, emphasizing peaceful space exploration and scientific collaboration rather than space warfare. The concept highlights NASA's role in advancing aeronautics and space science through initiatives distinct from defense-oriented programs.

Jason Lowery, former U.S. Space Force official and Bitcoin strategist, was appointed as Special Assistant to the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command Commander. His role involves advising on strategic priorities, including Bitcoin's geopolitical significance, amid global tensions like Iran's potential Bitcoin-based toll for Hormuz passage.

SpaceX launched the GPS III SV09 satellite for the U.S. Space Force using a Falcon 9 rocket on January 27, 2026. The mission marks an advancement in satellite navigation technology for military and civilian use.

The U.S. Space Force chief, Gen. Chance Saltzman, emphasized the critical role of space combat in the success of the U.S. war in Iran during a speech at the Space Foundation's symposium. The event took place in Colorado Springs, Colorado on April 15, 2026.

The article explores strategies for conducting warfare in space, emphasizing technological advancements and strategic positioning. It highlights the growing importance of space as a critical domain for national security and military operations.