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Singapore-based Astrum Space is set to merge with publicly listed blank-check company Black Spade Acquisition III Co in a deal valuing the satellite direct-to-device venture at approximately $1 billion, aiming to provide low-bandwidth multimedia and mass notification services across Asia. The merger marks a significant development in the aerospace industry, particularly in the field of direct-to-device communication.
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European Commission Expands IRIS² Constellation to Enhance Secure Connectivity
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New Constellations Emerge in Non-Geostationary Orbit as Companies Vie for Spectrum
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