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Fusion42 · 16 September 2026 · Fusion42 review
The U.S. Space Force confirmed the operation of on-orbit weapons to defend against space threats and advanced the Golden Dome space-based interceptor program with contracts worth $3.2 billion to 12 companies, including SpaceX and Rocket Lab. These moves highlight a significant military readiness push amid global space security concerns involving China and Russia.
This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Government & Space.
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You should expect government demand for space-based weapons and missile defence to grow sharply, creating a direct line to new contracts for your launch or satellite tech. This also means competitors linked to traditional defence contracts are gearing for accelerated growth.
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