Space Technology 15 January 2026 - 3 February 2026

AST SpaceMobile stock (ASTS) steadies after $1 billion convertible notes; what traders watch next week
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AST SpaceMobile stock (ASTS) steadies after $1 billion convertible notes; what traders watch next week

AST SpaceMobile shares rose 0.3% to $82.45 Friday after falling on news of a $1 billion convertible bond sale and two equity placements totaling over $600 million. The company expects to use proceeds to repurchase older convertible notes. Settlement dates and a U.S. market holiday may keep trading volatile into next week. AST reported year-end cash of $2.78 billion and said further capital may be needed.
February 13, 2026
Germany’s $41 billion military space splurge: lasers, spy satellites and 100+ secure comms satellites
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Germany’s $41 billion military space splurge: lasers, spy satellites and 100+ secure comms satellites

Germany is considering a €35 billion military space plan focused on an encrypted satellite network of over 100 satellites, its space commander said. The proposal includes spy satellites, space planes, and non-kinetic tools like jamming and lasers to disrupt hostile satellites. Berlin aims to prioritize domestic and European suppliers for the project.
February 3, 2026
Airbus’ SpaceRAN bet: a 5G “base station in space” is coming, with a 2027 in‑orbit demo
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Airbus’ SpaceRAN bet: a 5G “base station in space” is coming, with a 2027 in‑orbit demo

Airbus UpNext has launched the SpaceRAN demonstrator to test standardized 5G Non-Terrestrial Network connectivity from orbit, with a satellite payload planned for launch in 2027 and in-orbit testing in 2028. Aalyria is providing real-time optimization software for the project. The initiative is backed by the French government’s France 2030 plan.
January 15, 2026