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Satellite boom attracts technology giants – Yahoo News Australia
Tech giants promise faster, wider access to data thanks to cheaper satellite launches.
Virgin Orbit’s LauncherOne lofts satellites into space
Sir Richard Branson’s rocket company Virgin Orbit has joined a growing list of private companies that can launch satellites into orbit.
Earlier this month, 10 payloads were lofted on the Virgin Orbit rocket, which was launched from under the wing of one of the entrepreneur’s old 747 jumbos.
Sir Richard is hoping to tap into what is a growing market for small, lower-cost satellites.
Space has traditionally had a high barrier to entry. Today,…
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