From Masts to Orbits: The New Architecture of Presence

Tuesday, February 17, 2026

Satellite-to-smartphone services mark a structural shift from geographic coverage to continuous connectivity. As terrestrial networks merge with orbital infrastructure, communication becomes an ambient utility — reshaping resilience, sovereignty, economic security and the very meaning of being reachable in a permanently connected society.

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How the Space Cards Are Dealt

Tuesday, January 20, 2026
person holding white and black playing cards

For decades, spaceflight was a matter of national symbolism. A rocket launch represented sovereignty. A flag on foreign soil signified dominance. Space was the ultimate projection of state power. In 2026, that symbolism has quietly evaporated.

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