Russia Shoots Down One Of Its Own Drone-Hunting Helicopters

The loss of a Russian Ka-52 Alligator hunting drones highlights the challenge of deconfliction; can Russia afford to keep using and losing helicopters in this role?

Scientists Propose ‘StormWall’ To Stop A $2.4 Trillion Solar Storm

A proposed StormWall spacecraft fleet could release gas to weaken solar storms, protecting satellites, power grids and technology, but potentially reducing auroras.

Ukraine Destroys Road And Rail Bridges To Cut Russian Supply Lines

Ukraine is now destroying bridges vital to Russia’s logistics using drones and mini cruise missiles, in an unprecedented and rapidly expanding campaign .

1.7 Million Satellites Will Have ‘Devastating Consequences,’ Study Says

Proposed satellite constellations from SpaceX and others are so large and bright they would change the night sky as we know it, a new scientific paper argues.

Why The SpaceX IPO Brings A New Era Of Asteroid Mining Closer

SpaceX’s IPO filing mentions asteroid mining as a potential long-term market as experts say cheaper launches and water resources could make space mining more realistic.

Powerus Brings Ukraine’s Swarming Tech To Pentagon’s FPV Competition

Battle-proven swarming software from Ukraine will give a major boost to U.S. FPV drone makers Powerus — but it amplifies human pilots rather than replacing them.

Explorers Get Naming Rights. Infrastructure Builds The Future.

The Second Space Race will be won by building space infrastructure—not just launching satellites. Private innovation and smart policy will power the space economy.

SpaceX Starship Could Spark Explosion In Space Tourism, Scholar Says

The SpaceX Starship, the most powerful and advanced super-capsule ever designed on this planet, could spark an explosion in space tourism and supercharge Space Race II.

U.S.-Made “Rusty Dagger” Missiles Destroy Russian Electronics Plant

A new U.S. weapon developed to give Ukraine’s F-16 jets long-range striking power, is already having an impact well before it was expected.

This Geothermal Startup Plans To Use Oil Tech For Green Energy

A new geothermal player. Upgrading the grid with wood veneers. How drones are leveling the military playing field. All that and more in this week’s Prototype.