The UAE’s rapid rise in the space sector is rooted in a bold, forward-thinking vision – one that has moved us from launching Earth observation satellites to exploring deep space.

In January 2025, a Ryanair flight was forced to abort its landing due to GPS interference near NATO’s border with Russia. Incidents like these highlight the increasing threat posed by RF jamming and its growing importance in both commercial and military arenas. For defense organizations jamming is not just a hazard it’s a weapon.

A virtual network architecture designed to use software for the management and optimization of WANs is seamlessly connecting users to applications across numerous locations, and as such, has become a crucial tool when it comes to connecting rural and remote sites across the globe.

In a world where seamless internet is mission-critical, PointCast is setting a new standard. Designed to perform in the most demanding environments, this self-aligning, auto-pointing VSAT system allows fast, resilient, and affordable broadband connectivity—with no technical expertise required. Starting at just US$1,300, PointCast Solutions integrates cutting-edge automation, remote monitoring, and multi-orbit support across Ka-band and Ku-band frequencies. The result: peak performance with minimal maintenance and no technical expertise required.

For over a decade, the world has watched in awe as autonomous vehicles (AVs) evolved from science fiction to a tangible reality. Startups have promised a driverless utopia, legacy automakers have retrofitted their fleets with sensors and AI, and regulatory frameworks are beginning to take shape. Yet, despite billions invested in LiDAR arrays and neural nets, one immutable truth is becoming clear: no matter how intelligent a vehicle may be, it cannot operate safely in a vacuum. The road to zero fatalities does not begin with the car. It begins with the network.

Throughout the Russia-Ukraine conflict many nations have recalibrated their military strategy and defence planning, to not only aid Ukraine, but better prepare them for the new aspects of high-intensity global warfare. The future of military evolution is set to be defined by AI, quantum computing, and automation, these technologies are already reshaping tactical outcomes and will determine which nation can handle prolonged war.

In theory, the use of intersatellite links reduces the number of required ground stations. Consequently, many satellite operators are looking to shift to the ISL model. However, while the ISL model does deliver benefits in certain situations, it definitely doesn’t spell the end for the ground infrastructure.

When I first started working in satellite mission design, the scenario was simple: one satellite, one mission. Each spacecraft carried everything it needed; sensors, radios, power – onboard. But times have changed.

Is there enough consideration being placed on the ground segment, or is there a risk that an inadequate ground segment could end up stifling the LEO juggernaut?

Securing funding in the satellite and space sector has become increasingly difficult. Space Leasing International (SLI) offers a proven leasing model that enables companies to lease assets on a monthly basis rather than purchasing them upfront. We spoke with Praveen Vetrivel, SLI’s CEO, to find out more about how this approach frees up capital to support innovation.

While the rapid adoption of advanced technologies such as AI, ML, quantum-resistant cryptography, edge computing, satellite communications and IoT has driven today’s hyper-connected world, it has also redefined the risks associated with cyber threats.

With Low Earth Orbit (LEO) becoming increasingly crowded, satellite operators, space agencies and aerospace companies are facing rising threats from orbital debris. With in excess of 10,000 active satellites in space, alongside an ever-accumulating amount of debris, the risk of collisions is escalating. Even small particles – no larger than a grain of sand – pose a serious threat to billion-dollar missions, global connectivity, astronaut safety, and the long-term sustainability of space operations.