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Space Foundation to Convene Top Intelligence and Defense Leaders at Faga Forum on Securing US Space Superiority
Classified TS/SCI-level forum returns Nov. 18 Held at The Aerospace Corporation in Chantilly, Virginia Focuses on collaboration to deter threats and defend vital space infrastructure COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. — Aug. 19, 2025 — Space Foundation, a nonprofit organization founded in 1983 to advance the global space community, will host Faga Forum on Space Intelligence, a…
Statement on the Passing of Capt. James Lovell Jr., USN (Ret.), NASA Astronaut
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. — Aug. 8. 2025 — Heather Pringle, CEO of Space Foundation, a nonprofit organization founded in 1983 to advance the global space community, issued the following statement today on the passing of legendary NASA Apollo astronaut, Jim Lovell. “Jim Lovell’s life and leadership are an example of how persistence, skill, and teamwork…
Biweekly Washington D.C. Updates for the Week Ending on August 8, 2025
United States Space Policy Updates Interim NASA Administrator Sean Duffy signed a new directive altering the agency’s acquisition strategy for commercial low earth orbit destinations. (Ars Technica, August 6) NASA Astronaut Barry “Butch” Wilmore has retired after 25 years with the agency. (NASA, August 6) Interim NASA Administrator Sean Duffy outlined a fast-track plan for the agency…
Space Foundation Now Accepting Applications for International Teacher Liaison Program
Application deadline: Oct. 31, 2025 Program community currently more than 400 educators from 25 countries Selectees will take part in the Space Symposium in April 2026 COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. — Aug. 5, 2025 — Space Foundation, a nonprofit organization founded in 1983 to advance the global space community, is now accepting applications for its International Teacher…
What You Missed On The Vector Episode 27: Space Investment Analysis: Implications of the New Global Space Economy
This quarterly episode of The Vector dives into the newest edition of The Space Report to examine key market figures, growth trends, and investment insights that shape the trajectory of the space economy. The panel discusses the implications of a $613 billion space economy, increasing commercialization, and geopolitical positioning. Key Themes and Insights Space Economy…
Biweekly Washington D.C. Updates for the Week Ending on July 25, 2025
United States Space Policy Updates Congressmen Gabe Evans, Don Bacon, Glenn Ivey, and George Whitesides created the Advancing Humanity in Space Congressional Caucus (AHSCC). (Congressman Gabe Evans, July 21) Dr. Makenzie Lystrup, director of NASA’s Goddard Space Flight Center is set to leave the agency on Friday, August 1. (NASA, July 21) Major General James Smith has…
The Space Report 2025 Q2 Highlights Record $613 Billion Global Space Economy for 2024, Driven by Strong Commercial Sector Growth
The global space economy hit a record $613 billion in 2024. Commercial sector constituted 78% of total growth. Space launch industry saw its busiest first half of the year, with 149 launches. COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. — July 22, 2025 — Space Foundation, a nonprofit organization founded in 1983 to advance the global space community, released…
Biweekly Washington D.C. Updates for the Week Ending on July 11, 2025
United States Space Policy Updates The Senate Committee on Appropriations held a markup hearing on the Fiscal Year 2026 Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act. (U.S. Senate, July 10). Read Space Foundation’s summary of the markup here. The Senate confirmed Bryan Bedford to lead the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). (New York Times, July 9)…
Innovate Space: Global Economic Summit
Register for the Livestream Join us on LinkedIn Live to be a part of a defining moment for the global space economy. The Innovate Space: Global Economic Summit brings together top executives, policymakers, and industry leaders for a high-impact, one-day event focused on global priorities, investment trends, and strategic shifts.
Biweekly Washington D.C. Updates for the Week Ending on June 27, 2025
United States Space Policy Updates Senators Dan Sullivan (R-AK) and Kevin Cramer (R-ND), and Representative Mark Messmer (R-IN) announced the introduction of the the Ground and Orbital Launched Defeat of Emergent Nuclear Destruction and Other Missile Engagements (GOLDEN DOME) Act. (Senator Dan Sullivan, June 24) President Trump officially nominated Space Force General Michael Guetlein to lead the Golden…