The Ultimate Guide to Space
A curated Kiwi edition of TechDay news, analysis, interviews, reviews, job moves, and related resources for Space.
What to know about Space
SpaceTech encompasses the rapidly evolving technologies and innovations driving human activity beyond Earth. From satellite launches and broadband connectivity to AI-powered spacecraft and space-based computing, the tag covers the infrastructure and advancements shaping modern space exploration and utilization.
Exploring stories under SpaceTech reveals a dynamic interplay between startups, established aerospace enterprises, and international collaborations, highlighting the diverse applications of space technology. Readers can learn about the latest satellite deployments, ground-breaking research missions, cutting-edge communication networks, and the expanding role of AI and machine learning in space operations.
Following SpaceTech insights provides a window into how space innovations address real-world challenges—from improving global internet coverage, supporting climate and agriculture monitoring, to enhancing astronaut health and preparing for future missions to the Moon and Mars. This tag invites curious minds to engage with the technology driving humanity’s ventures into the cosmos and its impact here on Earth.
Kiwi Space News
Regional stories with direct local relevance
Icehouse Ventures showcases Kiwi startups in Auckland
A record turnout underlined growing confidence in New Zealand's startup scene as founders pitched space, medtech and energy ideas to investors.
Aviation communications become vital to supply chains
Airlines need earlier, more reliable updates to plan around late deliveries and repairs as supply chain failures cost at least USD $11 billion.
Rocket Lab to acquire satellite firm Iridium
The move would give Rocket Lab a recurring revenue stream and a global satellite network, as shares jumped nearly 16 percent.
One New Zealand expands Rimini Street Oracle support
Support for core Oracle and billing systems is freeing One New Zealand to shift staff and budget towards AI work without major upgrades.
One NZ readies satellite texts as Cyclone Vaianu nears
Customers in storm-hit areas could still text if mobile coverage fails, as One NZ prepares satellite backup ahead of Cyclone Vaianu.
The tech bro playbook is out: there's a new way to do business
As faith in tech bros wanes, founders say a quieter, human-centred playbook is proving better for business, investors and users alike.
Analyst Insights
Research and market analysis connected to Space
Reviews
Expert Columns
Why firms are now looking for AS9100 certification
Aviation communications become vital to supply chains
Elon Musk sells the future, not the product. Founders should copy the craft and fear the rest
How Apograph uses proactive firewall upgrades to protect clients and control costs
The tech bro playbook is out: there's a new way to do business
Interviews
Interviews and video coverage from the network
Recent Space News
TCS to buy Porsche's MHP in EUR €1.25 billion deal
The deal gives TCS a larger foothold in Germany and a five-year AI partnership with Porsche, pending regulatory approval.
NZAero restarts CT-4 production after Thailand deal
Export revenue of tens of millions of dollars is in sight as the Waikato aircraft maker resumes its CT-4 Airtrainer line after a Thai deal.
NASA lab console flaw allows unauthorised commands
Unauthorised access could let attackers send arbitrary commands to spacecraft and instruments via NASA's AIT-GUI console, now fixed in version 2.5.2.
Tokenised equities hit USD $2.4 billion as activity jumps
Rising trader activity and a 1.1 million-strong holder base suggest tokenised equities are gaining traction ahead of key US data and SpaceX results.
On-chain real-world asset perpetuals volume doubles fast
Weekend trading and pre-IPO speculation are driving growth in real-world asset perpetuals, even as pricing risks and liquidity gaps persist.
Outlier Space raises USD $7.35m to build reusable capsules
The Auckland start-up will use the funds to develop capsules for microgravity research and manufacturing as demand grows for orbital access.
Global IPO proceeds triple as AI deals drive rebound
Investor demand for AI-linked listings helped lift global IPO proceeds to USD $186.8 billion in the first half of 2026, EY said.
Apricorn launches 4TB hardware-encrypted USB drive
Government and defence users can now carry far more secure data offline, as Apricorn's pocket-sized drive packs 4TB and faster transfers.
East West acquires Vexos in Americas, Asia expansion
Customers in medical, aerospace and AI data centre markets gain a wider production base as East West adds Vexos' sites in five countries.
Unseenlabs launches second-gen satellites for wider RF
The French firm's new microsatellites broaden radio frequency monitoring beyond ships, giving customers wider coverage of land and space activity.
Opswat tests cyber kiosk in near-space balloon flight
The test suggests air-gapped security tools may be needed where cloud access and onsite support are unavailable, from space to remote industrial sites.
Wise Up PR wins SPARC AI defence communications brief
The appointment gives SPARC AI a specialist push as it seeks wider adoption of its GPS-denied drone software among defence buyers and OEMs.
Siemens grants UniSC software for engineering training
Students at UniSC will gain hands-on access to Siemens engineering tools as Queensland pushes to build skills for advanced manufacturing.
DE-CIX chief warns orbital data centres need networks
Reliability, not raw compute, may decide whether orbital AI data centres can work, as DE-CIX says links to Earth remain the bigger hurdle.
ICEYE raises EUR 450 million in General Atlantic-led round
The deal values the Finnish satellite intelligence group at more than EUR 10 billion as governments step up demand for sovereign space systems.
Orbital raises USD $5 million for AI compute satellites
Rising data centre power demand is pushing Orbital to test orbit-based AI compute as it prepares a Pathfinder mission for 2027.
Bybit launches tokenised SpaceX IPO access for retail
Retail traders can now join US listing deals through their crypto accounts, as tokenised SpaceX shares debut on Bybit.
IBM & Google Cloud launch new AI modernisation practice
It aims to help regulated industries connect AI agents to legacy systems without rebuilding core infrastructure, as demand for production rollouts grows.
Motorola to buy D-Fend Solutions for USD $1.5 billion
The acquisition will expand Motorola's security push as regulators and customers intensify efforts to counter rogue drones without disrupting approved flights.
Enclustra expands Singapore space push with Asia hiring
Customers in Asia may see faster deployment of space systems as the Swiss FPGA developer makes Singapore its regional base and plans 100 hires.
