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

Mar 07, 2025
Venture capital dealmaking in space technology reached $642 million in the first two months of the year, according to PitchBook data.
Mar 07, 2025
Singapore-based Transcelestial will place its satellite-to-ground laser communication system on the 6GStarLab satellite, a low-Earth-orbit spacecraft.
Mar 07, 2025
NASA’s commercial lunar services initiative scores another major win.
Mar 07, 2025
At about 8 min. and 30 sec. into flight Starship–in the final 20 or 30 sec. of its ascent burn–lost several engines and attitude control.
Mar 06, 2025
The 52-min. launch window is currently set to open at 9:25 a.m. EST.
Mar 05, 2025
Civilian cellular network technology has many military uses.
Mar 04, 2025
The countdown recycled back to a preestablished T-minus-40 sec. mark for assessment, but SpaceX called off the launch for further analysis.
Mar 04, 2025
The launch is planned for the second half of 2026, the Japanese company said in a statement.