Aerospace

The satellite internet industry is heating up as rivals set their sights on SpaceX

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The satellite internet industry is heating up as rivals set their sights on SpaceX

With new satellite internet entrants gaining attention and incumbents looking to build bigger moats, we look at investment trends and M&A data to assess the state of the market.

Jun 6, 2023

3 applications of satellites that are transforming the industrials sector

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3 applications of satellites that are transforming the industrials sector

Advancements in satellite tech are improving how organizations communicate and monitor operations. We break down 3 key applications across industries like manufacturing, logistics, and energy.

Jun 1, 2023

DroneUp’s layoffs point to growing pains in the drone delivery space

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DroneUp’s layoffs point to growing pains in the drone delivery space

We break down the mixed outlook for drone delivery companies as investment soars for some while others face technical hurdles and cost-cutting measures.

May 23, 2023

Analyzing Lockheed Martin’s growth strategy: How the aerospace giant is spearheading advances in AI, manufacturing, and defense tech

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Analyzing Lockheed Martin’s growth strategy: How the aerospace giant is spearheading advances in AI, manufacturing, and defense tech

We mined Lockheed Martin's acquisitions, investments, and partnerships to discern the company's strategic priorities.

Apr 17, 2023

Analyzing SpaceX’s growth strategy: How the space leader is reshaping space exploration, telecom, national security, and beyond

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Analyzing SpaceX’s growth strategy: How the space leader is reshaping space exploration, telecom, national security, and beyond

We mined SpaceX's acquisitions, investments, and partnerships to discern the company's strategic priorities.

Mar 23, 2023

Analyzing Stanley Black & Decker’s growth strategy: How the industrial giant is digitizing the job site of the future

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Analyzing Stanley Black & Decker’s growth strategy: How the industrial giant is digitizing the job site of the future

We mined Stanley Black & Decker's acquisitions, investments, and partnerships to discern the company's strategic priorities.

Mar 3, 2023

Dedrone Raises For Its Drone Defense Technology — Competitors Include DroneShield And Senhive

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Dedrone Raises For Its Drone Defense Technology — Competitors Include DroneShield And Senhive

The $30.5M Series E round brings Dedrone's total funding to $98M. Here are the top-line bullets you need to know.

Dec 21, 2021

SpaceX Acquired This Nano Satellite Startup Enabling Low-Cost Internet Connectivity

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SpaceX Acquired This Nano Satellite Startup Enabling Low-Cost Internet Connectivity

With the acquisition, SpaceX will take ownership of Swarm's satellite and antenna licenses. Here are the top-line bullets you need to know.

Aug 11, 2021

Unbundling Dupont: How The Traditional Chemicals Manufacturer Is Being Disrupted

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Unbundling Dupont: How The Traditional Chemicals Manufacturer Is Being Disrupted

From engineered polymers to advanced display materials, here's how the next wave of chemical companies are disrupting the production of materials that make up everyday items.

Jul 12, 2021

From Energy To Transport To Healthcare, Here Are 8 Industries Being Disrupted By Elon Musk And His Companies

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From Energy To Transport To Healthcare, Here Are 8 Industries Being Disrupted By Elon Musk And His Companies

Elon Musk is CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, has plans to colonize Mars, and thinks AI may turn humans into its pets. But beyond the hype, his enormous net worth, and Twitter presence, here's how Musk's companies are actually taking on 8 industries.

Apr 26, 2021

Airbus Ventures-Backed Universal Hydrogen Raises $20.5M To Help Decarbonize Aviation

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Airbus Ventures-Backed Universal Hydrogen Raises $20.5M To Help Decarbonize Aviation

Universal Hydrogen hopes to turn commercial aviation into a zero-emission industry. Here are the top line bullets you need to know.

Apr 23, 2021

The Cutting-Edge Tech Shaping Sustainability In Aerospace

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The Cutting-Edge Tech Shaping Sustainability In Aerospace

Artificial intelligence, autonomous flight, and quantum computing tech could make the resource-intensive aerospace industry greener and more efficient.

Jan 26, 2021

Airlines Are Turning To Emerging Tech To Help Cut Emissions

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Airlines Are Turning To Emerging Tech To Help Cut Emissions

More airlines are eyeing tech like biofuels, carbon capture, and electric-powered planes to hit sustainability goals and reduce costs.

Jan 25, 2021

How Predictive Maintenance Tech Could Save Airlines Time And Money

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How Predictive Maintenance Tech Could Save Airlines Time And Money

Airlines are using sensors, digital simulations, and more to reduce time on the ground and get ahead of operational failures.

Dec 21, 2020

How 3D Printing Could Transform Aerospace Manufacturing

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How 3D Printing Could Transform Aerospace Manufacturing

From new designs to distributed supply chains, aerospace OEMs are employing 3D printing to improve plane efficiency and maintainability.

Dec 8, 2020

Here’s Where The Top Investors In Airline Operations Tech Are Placing Their Bets

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Here’s Where The Top Investors In Airline Operations Tech Are Placing Their Bets

Airlines are increasingly looking to cut overhead and better maintain their aircraft. From predictive analytics to AR platforms, we look at where the most active investors in airline operations tech see opportunities.

Oct 15, 2020

6 Ways AI Is Transforming The Aerospace & Defense Industry

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6 Ways AI Is Transforming The Aerospace & Defense Industry

Artificial intelligence is driving innovation in aerospace and defense, from the factory to the combat field. Here we examine how the tech is increasing security and safety in autonomous flights, threat detection, radio communications, and more.

Sep 30, 2020

What College Students Taught Us About Predicting Future Tech Trends

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What College Students Taught Us About Predicting Future Tech Trends

Our interns used the CB Insights platform to analyze emerging trends in computing, DNA data storage, aviation, and more.

Oct 21, 2019

Boeing’s Corporate Venture Arm Set To Outstrip Rival Airbus

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Boeing’s Corporate Venture Arm Set To Outstrip Rival Airbus

Boeing has rapidly built a CVC portfolio of aerospace and satellite companies over the past 3 years.

May 23, 2019

Amazon Plans A Satellite-Based Global Internet Service. Here’s How It’s Heating Up The Internet Space Race

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Amazon Plans A Satellite-Based Global Internet Service. Here’s How It’s Heating Up The Internet Space Race

Project Kuiper is Amazon’s plan to launch satellites to provide global high-speed internet. We break down what Kupier could mean for Jeff Bezos’ empire and highlight a cadre of competitors.

Apr 15, 2019

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5 Trends Shaping Space Tech In 2019

From the crowded small satellite market to commercial geospatial imaging, the private space technology industry is evolving. Here are 5 major trends and the players shaping its future.

Nov 7, 2018

Mach 5 And Beyond: Aerospace Companies Are Making Hypersonic Aircraft A Priority

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Mach 5 And Beyond: Aerospace Companies Are Making Hypersonic Aircraft A Priority

Aerospace companies are under pressure to develop technology that can reach Mach 5 and above. We took a look at where companies are securing patents and mentioning hypersonic tech on their earnings calls.

Mar 29, 2018

Fly Me To The Moon: The State Of Space Travel

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Fly Me To The Moon: The State Of Space Travel

The space tourism race is heating up. From on-the-ground virtual reality experiences to high-altitude balloons and space flights, space travel is set to become a multi-billion dollar industry.

Feb 15, 2018

Tim Ellis Of Relativity Space Says 3D Printing Is Key To Build Rockets At Scale & Support A Mars Colony

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Tim Ellis Of Relativity Space Says 3D Printing Is Key To Build Rockets At Scale & Support A Mars Colony

Relativity Space CEO on why he and his co-founder walked away from Jeff Bezos’ Blue Origin and Elon Musk’s SpaceX to "make space sexy with 3D printing."

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Dec 15, 2017

7 Small-Satellite Startups Bringing Space Down To Earth

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7 Small-Satellite Startups Bringing Space Down To Earth

Beyond space exploration, these high-potential startups are leveraging data from small satellites to increase military surveillance, predict the weather, and more.

Nov 28, 2017

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