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The updates, investments, announcements, and moves shaping the space and deep-tech sector โ in real time.
Israeli Startup Moonshot Raises $12M to Launch Cargo to Space Using Electromagnetic Accelerator
Moonshot, an Israeli startup founded by Hila Hadad Hamlanik, raised $12M to develop an electromagnetic accelerator for launching supply cargo to space โ replacing traditional rockets and fuel.
Artemis 2 Mission Complete: Four Astronauts Splash Down Safely
NASA's Artemis 2 mission concluded successfully โ four astronauts returned from the Moon and splashed down in the Pacific Ocean, paving the way for a crewed lunar landing in 2028.
The State of Satellite Communications 2026: Navigating the SpaceX & Amazon Era
With SpaceX and Amazon storming into the satcom market, traditional players and startups alike are pivoting to find creative new ways to compete โ and Israeli companies are in the mix.
The Moon's Dark Secret: Shadowed Cold Traps Could Unlock the Mystery of Lunar Ice
More than half a century after the last crewed landing, a new lunar space race is underway. Scientists are investigating shadowed regions that may hold the key to lunar water ice โ critical for future missions.
New Director Appointed to Lead the Israel Space Agency
The Minister of Innovation, Science, and Technology announced the appointment of Mr. Ran Livne as the new Director of the Israel Space Agency, signaling a new chapter for Israeli space leadership.
The Israeli Who Wants to Build a Home on the Moon Together with SpaceX
Following Elon Musk's declaration to build a colony on the Moon, an Israeli entrepreneur is working alongside SpaceX to make lunar habitation a reality โ combining Israeli innovation with American space power.
Giant Planet's Slimmer Profile: Weizmann Institute Reveals New Data on Jupiter
For over 50 years, we thought we knew the size and shape of Jupiter. Now, Weizmann Institute scientists have revealed new data that reshapes our understanding of the solar system's largest planet.
Israel Has Signed a 10-Year Strategic Agreement with NASA
The Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology signed a landmark 10-year strategic agreement with NASA in Washington, deepening bilateral cooperation in space exploration, science, and technology.
Creation-Space Increases Investment in Space Ventures with NVIDIA as Advisor
The Israeli company Creation-Space, leading the development of Israel's 'Space City', opened a new accelerator with NVIDIA providing professional counselling โ a major boost for the Israeli space startup ecosystem.
Israel's Laser Interception System 'Or Eitan' Development Completed
Israel's laser-based interception system 'Or Eitan' (formerly 'Magen Or') has completed development and will enter operational deployment in the IDF, dramatically reducing interception costs per intercept.
ORBX ETF Launches Amid Wave of Space Tech IPOs
A new ETF targeting companies that earn more than half of their revenue from space tech โ covering transportation, space software, and satellite-enabled data services.
SpaceX Merges with xAI: Heading Toward 'A Million Data-Center Satellites in Space'
Elon Musk merges SpaceX and xAI, planning a constellation of one million AI data-center satellites. The combined company is valued at approximately $1.25 trillion.
Insurance is Commercial Space's Biggest Obstacle
Experts called insurance the single biggest 'show stopper' for commercial space missions โ an area where Israeli insurtech startups like OrbitInsure are working to build solutions.
60 Million NIS for a National R&D Lab Providing Access to Space for Israeli Companies
Israel is taking another strategic step toward consolidating its position as a space innovation power โ 60 million NIS allocated for a national R&D lab that will grant Israeli companies direct access to space.
The 92nd Falcon 9 launch of 2026 was successfully completed. This cadence would have seemed imaginary 5 years ago. The a
The 92nd Falcon 9 launch of 2026 was successfully completed. This cadence would have seemed imaginary 5 years ago. The ability to deploy satellites serially is the key to lowering the cost of access to space.
I was happy to guest on the "Hayot Kiss" podcast for a fascinating conversation with Shaul Amsterdamski about the new sp
I was happy to guest on the "Hayot Kiss" podcast for a fascinating conversation with Shaul Amsterdamski about the new space economy. Is Israel on its way to becoming a space power and where is the big money really located? You are invited to listen.
Happy to be a guest on the new episode of @HayotKiss with @amsterdamski2. We discussed the new space economy - how Israe
Happy to be a guest on the new episode of @HayotKiss with @amsterdamski2. We discussed the new space economy - how Israel is becoming a key player and where the real business opportunities lie.
Happy to guest on the 'Hayot Kiss' podcast discussing the new space economy, from government playground to a multi-billi
Happy to guest on the 'Hayot Kiss' podcast discussing the new space economy, from government playground to a multi-billion dollar business and Israel's role.
Amazon in a dramatic move acquires Globalstar for $11.6 billion. Direct competition against Musk's Starlink. The battle
Amazon in a dramatic move acquires Globalstar for $11.6 billion. Direct competition against Musk's Starlink. The battle for satellite internet is entering its next phase.
New satellite data reveals the scale of GPS jamming in Europe and the Middle East. A perfect example of how space infras
New satellite data reveals the scale of GPS jamming in Europe and the Middle East. A perfect example of how space infrastructure becomes a critical tool for geopolitical monitoring.
SpaceX's Bluebird 8-10 mission launched this morning. The increasing launch rate is exactly what's needed to lower entry
SpaceX's Bluebird 8-10 mission launched this morning. The increasing launch rate is exactly what's needed to lower entry barriers for new Deep Tech companies.
Space data analytics is currently the sector generating the most tangible commercial value in the industry. It is growin
Space data analytics is currently the sector generating the most tangible commercial value in the industry. It is growing faster than most realize and connects Deep Tech to business needs on the ground.
Space data analytics is currently the sector generating the most tangible commercial value in the industry. It is growin
Space data analytics is currently the sector generating the most tangible commercial value in the industry. It is growing faster than many realize and connects Deep Tech to business needs on the ground.
Space data analytics is currently the sector generating the most tangible commercial value, growing faster than generall
Space data analytics is currently the sector generating the most tangible commercial value, growing faster than generally recognized.
Collaboration is both a weakness and a major opportunity. The new ecosystem map aims to connect entrepreneurs, investors
Collaboration is both a weakness and a major opportunity. The new ecosystem map aims to connect entrepreneurs, investors, and researchers in a currently disconnected sector.
Space data analytics is currently the sector generating the most tangible commercial value, growing faster than recogniz
Space data analytics is currently the sector generating the most tangible commercial value, growing faster than recognized and connecting deep tech to ground needs.
Collaboration is both a weakness and a major opportunity. The new ecosystem map aims to connect entrepreneurs, investors
Collaboration is both a weakness and a major opportunity. The new ecosystem map aims to connect entrepreneurs, investors, and researchers in a sector that is currently too disconnected.
Space data analytics is currently the sector generating the most tangible commercial value in the industry. It is growin
Space data analytics is currently the sector generating the most tangible commercial value in the industry. It is growing faster than most realize and connects Deep Tech to business needs on the ground.
Brain drain poses a real threat to the Israeli SpaceTech industry. Without sufficient capital injection and incentives,
Brain drain poses a real threat to the Israeli SpaceTech industry. Without sufficient capital injection and incentives, our top talent will move to other industries or abroad. We must act now.
Israel has the potential to be a space empire. Just as we lead in cyber, fintech, and biotech, we can achieve global lea
Israel has the potential to be a space empire. Just as we lead in cyber, fintech, and biotech, we can achieve global leadership in the space industry. This requires vision and focused investment.
Brain drain is a real threat to the Israeli SpaceTech industry. Without sufficient capital infusion, great talents will
Brain drain is a real threat to the Israeli SpaceTech industry. Without sufficient capital infusion, great talents will move to other industries or abroad to realize their capabilities.
Israel has the potential to become a space empire. Just as we led in cyber, fintech, and biotech, we can achieve global
Israel has the potential to become a space empire. Just as we led in cyber, fintech, and biotech, we can achieve global leadership in the space industry if we only know how to connect the dots correctly.
Brain drain poses a real threat to the Israeli Spacetech industry. Without sufficient capital, talent will move to other
Brain drain poses a real threat to the Israeli Spacetech industry. Without sufficient capital, talent will move to other industries or abroad to apply their skills.
Israel has the potential to be a space empire. Just as we lead in cyber, fintech, and biotech, we can achieve global lea
Israel has the potential to be a space empire. Just as we lead in cyber, fintech, and biotech, we can achieve global leadership in the space industry.
The Israeli space ecosystem is connected to the world. Our new site SpaceMap.tech is live. You are invited to explore th
The Israeli space ecosystem is connected to the world. Our new site SpaceMap.tech is live. You are invited to explore the companies and investors shaping the future.
We have a lot of talent and knowledge in Israel, but it is very difficult to raise money today for the local space indus
We have a lot of talent and knowledge in Israel, but it is very difficult to raise money today for the local space industry. The ecosystem remains fragmented and underfunded, which is our main barrier to growth.
Israel could be a SpaceTech empire just as it is a cyber powerhouse. We have the talent and knowledge, but the main chal
Israel could be a SpaceTech empire just as it is a cyber powerhouse. We have the talent and knowledge, but the main challenge remains early-stage fundraising. The ecosystem must be more connected to succeed.
Launched the interactive map of the Israeli space ecosystem today, featuring nearly 100 startups, investors, and academi
Launched the interactive map of the Israeli space ecosystem today, featuring nearly 100 startups, investors, and academic bodies to help navigate the growing industry.
Israel has immense talent and knowledge in space tech, but fundraising remains difficult. The ecosystem is currently fra
Israel has immense talent and knowledge in space tech, but fundraising remains difficult. The ecosystem is currently fragmented and underfunded despite its strong heritage.
Israel has talent and knowledge, but raising money in local space tech remains difficult due to a fragmented and underfu
Israel has talent and knowledge, but raising money in local space tech remains difficult due to a fragmented and underfunded ecosystem.
I am proud to present the 2026 Israeli SpaceTech Ecosystem Map. Featuring nearly 100 entities leading innovation from Is
I am proud to present the 2026 Israeli SpaceTech Ecosystem Map. Featuring nearly 100 entities leading innovation from Israel to the world. This industry is growing at a tremendous pace.
I am proud to present the 2026 Israeli SpaceTech Ecosystem Map. It features nearly 100 entities, from data analytics sta
I am proud to present the 2026 Israeli SpaceTech Ecosystem Map. It features nearly 100 entities, from data analytics startups to defense giants. The Israeli space industry is growing fast, and the potential is immense.
Thanks to Calcalist for the article and the chance to discuss the importance of mapping our space industry. The goal is
Thanks to Calcalist for the article and the chance to discuss the importance of mapping our space industry. The goal is to create a central resource for entrepreneurs and investors to navigate this exciting sector.
Proud to present the 2026 Israeli SpaceTech Ecosystem Map, featuring nearly 100 entities from startups to defense giants
Proud to present the 2026 Israeli SpaceTech Ecosystem Map, featuring nearly 100 entities from startups to defense giants. The industry potential is immense.
Proud to present the 2026 Israeli SpaceTech Ecosystem Map. It features nearly 100 entities, from data analytics startups
Proud to present the 2026 Israeli SpaceTech Ecosystem Map. It features nearly 100 entities, from data analytics startups to defense giants. The potential is immense.
I am proud to present the 2026 Israeli SpaceTech Ecosystem Map. It includes nearly 100 entities, from data analytics sta
I am proud to present the 2026 Israeli SpaceTech Ecosystem Map. It includes nearly 100 entities, from data analytics startups to defense giants. The potential here is immense.
One of the big barriers in the industry today is the lack of collaboration. It's time we work together more deeply to ma
One of the big barriers in the industry today is the lack of collaboration. It's time we work together more deeply to make Israel a global center for space technologies.
Thanks to Calcalist for the coverage of the new map. The goal is to provide a central resource for founders and investor
Thanks to Calcalist for the coverage of the new map. The goal is to provide a central resource for founders and investors to navigate this fascinating sector. Time to collaborate more deeply.
I am proud to present the 2026 Israeli SpaceTech Ecosystem Map. It features nearly 100 entities, from data analytics sta
I am proud to present the 2026 Israeli SpaceTech Ecosystem Map. It features nearly 100 entities, from data analytics startups to defense giants. The potential here is immense.
Something big is coming tomorrow. After months of work, the updated Israeli space industry map is ready. Stay tuned. ๐ฐ๏ธ
Something big is coming tomorrow. After months of work, the updated Israeli space industry map is ready. Stay tuned. ๐ฐ๏ธ๐ฎ๐ฑ
Ahead of the SpaceX IPO: Is a $2 trillion valuation justified? Here is an analysis of the multiples and numbers behind S
Ahead of the SpaceX IPO: Is a $2 trillion valuation justified? Here is an analysis of the multiples and numbers behind Starlink. It's important to separate hype from long-term economic value.
Tom Mueller's Impulse Space raises $500 million in Series D. In-space mobility is becoming the next major infrastructure
Tom Mueller's Impulse Space raises $500 million in Series D. In-space mobility is becoming the next major infrastructure for the space economy. A very impressive raise.
The global satellite market is entering a new era. They are no longer just unique prototypes but strategic assets that r
The global satellite market is entering a new era. They are no longer just unique prototypes but strategic assets that require serial and efficient production. The space industrial revolution is already here.
The global satellite market is entering a new era. They are no longer just unique prototypes, but strategic assets requi
The global satellite market is entering a new era. They are no longer just unique prototypes, but strategic assets requiring efficient serial production. The space industrial revolution is here.
The global satellite market is entering a new era. They are no longer just unique prototypes but strategic assets that r
The global satellite market is entering a new era. They are no longer just unique prototypes but strategic assets that require serial and efficient production. The space industrial revolution is already here.
The global satellite market is entering a new era where satellites are strategic assets requiring efficient serial produ
The global satellite market is entering a new era where satellites are strategic assets requiring efficient serial production. The industrial revolution in space is here.
The global satellite market is entering a new era. They are no longer just unique prototypes, but strategic assets requi
The global satellite market is entering a new era. They are no longer just unique prototypes, but strategic assets requiring efficient serial production. The space industrial revolution is here.
Dramatic drops in access costs to space are a major growth engine; a launch every 28 hours in 2025 is transforming small
Dramatic drops in access costs to space are a major growth engine; a launch every 28 hours in 2025 is transforming small satellite economics.
The space industry is the economic infrastructure of the 21st century. The combination of commercial growth, national se
The space industry is the economic infrastructure of the 21st century. The combination of commercial growth, national security, and falling costs creates a significant "economic moat" for established companies. It's time for investors to look up.
Investing in Deep Tech requires patience and deep technological understanding, but long-term returnsโespecially in photo
Investing in Deep Tech requires patience and deep technological understanding, but long-term returnsโespecially in photonics and quantum computingโcould change the world as we know it.
Starship's 12th launch test succeeded. The second stage landed precisely in the sea. We are taking giant steps toward cr
Starship's 12th launch test succeeded. The second stage landed precisely in the sea. We are taking giant steps toward crewed missions to the Moon and Mars.
NASA released the 2026 Civil Space Shortfall Ranking. A must-read document for every space entrepreneur and investor loo
NASA released the 2026 Civil Space Shortfall Ranking. A must-read document for every space entrepreneur and investor looking to understand where the big budgets are headed in the coming years.
The shift to mass production of satellites (Space 2.0) is changing the economic rules. Significant reductions in product
The shift to mass production of satellites (Space 2.0) is changing the economic rules. Significant reductions in production costs are opening doors to services we never dreamed of.
Low Earth Orbit (LEO) is becoming the world's next infrastructure layer, supporting global internet, AI applications, an
Low Earth Orbit (LEO) is becoming the world's next infrastructure layer, supporting global internet, AI applications, and in-space data processing.
White House Requests $18.8B FY27 Budget for NASA
The White House budget proposal for NASA FY2027 maintains funding levels for exploration programs while cutting science and STEM missions โ shaping the global space policy landscape.
SpaceTech Summit Returns: Israel's Space Ecosystem Gathers for Annual Industry Event
Israel's leading space and deep-tech community convenes at the SpaceTech Summit โ connecting startups, investors, government bodies, and international partners shaping the future of Israeli space innovation.
Slingshot Introduces AI-Powered Space Domain Awareness Portal
Slingshot Aerospace introduced an AI-powered platform for space domain awareness, helping satellite operators track and manage objects in orbit โ a growing need as congestion increases.