Category archives: Space
Space Industry Cheat Sheet: Golden Dome and Monroe Doctrine
The first week of 2026 has kicked off with significant developments across both national security and commercial space initiatives. Most notably, the U.S. Space Force received recognition from Joint Chiefs of Staff Chairman Gen. Dan “Razin” Caine during his historical… continue reading »
Space Industry Cheat Sheet: A Week of Major Wins for America’s Missile Shield
What a week it’s been for America’s space industry. The Golden Dome missile defense program has moved from concept to reality with stunning speed, securing major contracts, legislative backing, and industry buy-in that position the United States and its allies… continue reading »
Space Industry Cheat Sheet: Golden Dome Architecture Takes Shape as Industry Awaits Details
This week marked a turning point for the space and defense sectors. General Michael Guetlein announced he’ll deliver Golden Dome’s “objective architecture” within 60 days. The industry is positioning itself for what could be the most transformative defense initiative since… continue reading »
Space Industry Cheat Sheet: Pentagon Awards Massive SHIELD Contract as Golden Dome Takes Shape
The space and defense industries witnessed a historic milestone this week as the Pentagon’s Missile Defense Agency announced the initial awards (Phase 1) for the SHIELD (Scalable Homeland Innovative Enterprise Layered Defense) contract, which could be the largest acquisition in… continue reading »
Space Industry Cheat Sheet: Major Funding Rounds and International Partnerships Drive Growth
The strong momentum this week, driven by significant funding and international collaborations, should inspire industry peers and investors about the industry’s promising future. Golden Dome Program Advances Amid Industry Discussion The Golden Dome missile defense initiative remains a key focus… continue reading »
Space Industry Cheat Sheet: Space Industry Surges Forward as Golden Dome Faces Critical Communication Challenge
The space industry experienced a week of significant developments, from major funding rounds to international partnerships. At the same time, the Pentagon’s flagship Golden Dome missile defense initiative continues to grapple with transparency issues that could threaten its long-term viability.… continue reading »
Space Industry Cheat Sheet: Blue Origin Lands, China Stumbles, and Golden Dome Takes Flight
This week reminded me why I enjoy working in the defense and space sectors. We witnessed history in the making, strategic pivots that will reshape entire industries, and the kind of technological breakthroughs that separate leaders from followers. Let me… continue reading »
Space Industry Cheat Sheet: Government Shutdown Ripples Through Launch Schedules While Mega-Deals Reshape the Sector
The space industry faced a week of contrasts as government dysfunction collided with private sector momentum. While the ongoing federal shutdown created operational headaches for launch providers and contractors, billion-dollar deals and strategic acquisitions continued to reshape the commercial space… continue reading »
Space Industry Cheat Sheet: Golden Dome Takes Shape as NASA Leadership Drama Unfolds
Team, here is your weekly Space Industry Cheat Sheet. In the past week, it has solidified my opinion that the challenges the United States faces are not technical, but rather a lack of unity. There have been updates to the… continue reading »
Space Industry Cheat Sheet: Golden Dome Update, Europe’s Bold Merger, China’s Lunar Ambitions, and the D2D Shakeup
Team, here is your weekly cheat sheet. My initial concern is that the ongoing government shutdown has slowed the Golden Dome of America’s efforts. My current understanding is that over 1,000 companies have submitted for the IDIQ. Depending on who… continue reading »