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Fleet Space Technologies has closed a $150 million Series D funding round, bringing the nanosatellite startup’s valuation to more than $800 million – twice what it was worth less than 18 months ago. Flavia Tata Nardini Matthew Pearson #ExoSphere #Nanosatellites #SeriesD #Space #AusTech

𝐀𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐌𝐍𝐂 𝐋𝐨𝐜𝐤𝐡𝐞𝐞𝐝 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐧 𝐕𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞𝐬 𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐇𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐒𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐞 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐒𝐮𝐛𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐈𝐧𝐯𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 Helicity Space, a California-based startup pioneering fusion engines for space travel, disclosed an investment on April 2 from Lockheed Martin Ventures. Read More: https://bityl.co/P8pl #AmericanMNC #MNC #lockheedmartinventures #lockheedmartin #helicityspace #news #BusinessNews #NewsUpdate #investment #InvestmentNews #newsdaily

𝐀𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐌𝐍𝐂 𝐋𝐨𝐜𝐤𝐡𝐞𝐞𝐝 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐧 𝐕𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞𝐬 𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐇𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐒𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐞 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐒𝐮𝐛𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐈𝐧𝐯𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 Helicity Space, a California-based startup pioneering fusion engines for space travel, disclosed an investment on April 2 from Lockheed Martin Ventures. Read More: https://bityl.co/P8pl #AmericanMNC #MNC #lockheedmartinventures #lockheedmartin #helicityspace #news #BusinessNews #NewsUpdate #investment #InvestmentNews #newsdaily

A little bit more on our new fund: Seraphim Space Ventures II (SSV II) 🚀🌌 Our journey began a decade ago with a vision to seize the trillion-dollar market opportunity in space presented by the emergence of low-cost, miniaturised satellites and low-cost access to launch. These satellites have already revolutionised communications and access to data insights on a planetary scale. Since then, we have launched the Seraphim Space Accelerator programme and the first listed SpaceTech fund, Seraphim Space Investment Trust. This has enabled us to support over 120 SpaceTech companies across 27 countries, collectively raising over $3 billion in funding. With SSV II, we're doubling down on our commitment to support the next generation of visionary entrepreneurs. With a focus on early-stage companies from Seed to Series A, following Seraphim’s playbook of information asymmetry to back the brightest stars. Targeting key themes such as: 🛰️ Leveraging AI to unlock real-time insights from satellite data for climate change and global security challenges. 📡 Merging terrestrial and space-based networks for ubiquitous connectivity. 🧪 Harnessing space's microgravity for scientific breakthroughs in biotech and material science. 💻 Building space-based networks for in-orbit economy and edge computing. https://lnkd.in/eS_9w7c3 👈 find out more At Seraphim Space, we're committed to turning science fiction into science fact, propelling humanity toward a brighter future 🌠 #SpaceTech #Innovation #VentureCapital

Close to 7 billion users rely heavily on satellite navigation everyday, and generates an estimated value of over $500B annually in the U.S. alone. This prompts an interesting question - What would be the enterprise value of a GPS-like system if operated by a private entity? Traditional GPS seriously falls short in the modern world. It is incapable of supporting applications that require centimeter-level accuracy, such as autonomous vehicles, city-wide augmented reality experiences, and secure military operations demanding jam-resistant navigation. The need for a universally reliable, secure, and precise navigation service remains unfulfilled. At the same time, if the U.S. continues to lose its GPS dominance to China, there could be profound consequences that would diminish America's influence on setting technological standards. Xona Space Systems offers the solution and is poised to transform how global industries operate. With over 150x stronger signal than GPS and down to 2cm in accuracy, they're positioned not just as an alternative, but as a true successor to GPS. So proud to have the company in Space Capital's portfolio. Shoutout to the brilliant Brian Manning, as well the many other amazing talents on the team: Tyler Reid, Adrien Perkins, Kazuma Gunning, Jerami M., Bryan Chan, Jessica Hulsey, and many more. Excited to support the team in this critical phase alongside so many resourceful investors, and witness the exciting growth ahead! https://lnkd.in/gE9rg5xB #spacecapital #spaceeconomy #space #spacetech #defense #defensetech #GPS #GNSS #PNT

Seraphim Space Ventures II (SSV II) 🚀🌌 Our journey began a decade ago with a vision to seize the trillion-dollar market opportunity in space presented by the emergence of low-cost, miniaturised satellites and low-cost access to launch. These satellites have already revolutionised communications and access to data insights on a planetary scale. Since then, we have launched the Seraphim Space Accelerator programme and the first listed SpaceTech fund, Seraphim Space Investment Trust. This has enabled us to support over 120 SpaceTech companies across 27 countries, collectively raising over $3 billion in funding. With SSV II, we're doubling down on our commitment to support the next generation of visionary entrepreneurs. With a focus on early-stage companies from Seed to Series A, following Seraphim’s playbook of information asymmetry to back the brightest stars. Targeting key themes such as: 🛰️ Leveraging AI to unlock real-time insights from satellite data for climate change and global security challenges. 📡 Merging terrestrial and space-based networks for ubiquitous connectivity. 🧪 Harnessing space's microgravity for scientific breakthroughs in biotech and material science. 💻 Building space-based networks for in-orbit economy and edge computing. https://lnkd.in/eS_9w7c3 👈 find out more At Seraphim Space, we're committed to turning science fiction into science fact, propelling humanity toward a brighter future 🌠 #SpaceTech #Innovation #VentureCapital

 🚀The current SpaceTech domain covers a wide gamut of technologies, much beyond satellites, rockets, and deep space exploration. With the ongoing developments, it will monitor climate change, predict natural disasters, and improve humanitarian responses more accurately in the near future. The sector is driven by the dynamic interplay of innovation and practical application, with new technologies reducing costs, increasing accessibility, and enhancing space-based operations. 🧑🚀  🛰️In our #spacetechinnovation series, we'll explore the impact of SpaceTech, emerging trends, startups, and their investors who are driving this change. #SpaceInnovation #FutureOfSpace #SpaceData #TechInSpace #SpaceRevolution

SpinLaunch, the ambitious space startup focused on building an alternative, low-cost launch system, has raised $11.5 million in a new funding round, according to filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. This round is part of a larger $25 million funding effort, and while SpinLaunch has confirmed the raise, the company declined to disclose the specific amount. This latest round follows the company’s $71 million Series B funding in 2022, signaling ongoing investor interest despite the company’s fluctuating strategic goals. SpinLaunch, known for its revolutionary approach to space launches, initially gained attention in 2018 with its vision for a kinetic launch system designed to provide an alternative to traditional rocket launches. Rather than using conventional vertical rocket launches, SpinLaunch proposes a system that spins payloads inside a vacuum chamber to high speeds before flinging them into orbit. This method, according to the company, would dramatically lower the cost of satellite launches and allow for frequent, rapid deployments. #spinlaunch #space #startup #funding https://lnkd.in/greD2Bnd

Seraphim Space Ventures II (SSV II) 🚀🌌 Our journey began a decade ago with a vision to seize the trillion-dollar market opportunity in space presented by the emergence of low-cost, miniaturised satellites and low-cost access to launch. These satellites have already revolutionised communications and access to data insights on a planetary scale. Since then, we have launched the Seraphim Space Accelerator programme and the first listed SpaceTech fund, Seraphim Space Investment Trust. This has enabled us to support over 120 SpaceTech companies across 27 countries, collectively raising over $3 billion in funding. With SSV II, we're doubling down on our commitment to support the next generation of visionary entrepreneurs. With a focus on early-stage companies from Seed to Series A, following Seraphim’s playbook of information asymmetry to back the brightest stars. Targeting key themes such as: 🛰️ Leveraging AI to unlock real-time insights from satellite data for climate change and global security challenges. 📡 Merging terrestrial and space-based networks for ubiquitous connectivity. 🧪 Harnessing space's microgravity for scientific breakthroughs in biotech and material science. 💻 Building space-based networks for in-orbit economy and edge computing. https://lnkd.in/eS_9w7c3 👈 find out more At Seraphim Space, we're committed to turning science fiction into science fact, propelling humanity toward a brighter future 🌠 #SpaceTech #Innovation #VentureCapital

🚀 The Rise of the NewSpace Economy 🌌 The space race has evolved into a booming industry with billions in revenue! From space tourism to asteroid mining, the NewSpace Economy is unlocking new opportunities. At Starttech Ventures, we’re diving deep into this exciting frontier. Our recent analysis explores how companies and investors can capitalize on the vast potential of space technologies — just like GPS, a trillion-dollar industry that started in space!  🌍✨ 👉 Read our latest article to learn more! #NewSpaceEconomy #SpaceTech #StarttechWrites #Innovation