Spain’s First Private 5G Satellite Mission

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Spanish satellite startup Sateliot and space engineering firm PLD Space have agreed to launch two 5G satellites in what will become the first fully private space mission carried out exclusively by Spanish companies.

Under the agreement, the two satellites will be placed into low Earth orbit by 2027 using PLD Space’s Miura-5 rocket, a partially reusable launch system designed for commercial missions.

The partnership comes as European nations aim to strengthen their own space capabilities and reduce reliance on foreign providers in the rapidly expanding satellite communications sector.

Sateliot is working toward building a large satellite network and plans to deploy up to 100 satellites by 2028 as part of its long-term strategy to deliver global 5G connectivity from space.

The mission is also expected to support Europe’s ambitions for technological independence while expanding secure telecommunications infrastructure.

PLD Space, which achieved Europe’s first fully private rocket launch in 2023, continues positioning itself as a future competitor in the global commercial launch market.

US Withdraws China Military List

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The United States has withdrawn an updated list of Chinese companies allegedly linked to Beijing’s military shortly after publishing it.

The document briefly included major technology firms such as Alibaba and Baidu, while removing memory chipmakers CXMT and YMTC. The sudden withdrawal sparked debate among policymakers concerned about China’s growing technological capabilities.

The Pentagon requested the notice be removed from public records without providing a reason. The list does not impose sanctions directly but can restrict future U.S. government contracts with listed companies.

The move comes amid efforts by Washington to maintain stability in relations with Beijing following a recent trade truce. Recent policy decisions have included easing certain technology export restrictions and delaying new measures targeting Chinese firms.

The development reflects the ongoing complexity of balancing national security concerns with diplomatic and economic considerations in U.S.-China technology relations.

Uber Expands Delivery Across Europe

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Uber is preparing to expand its food delivery operations into seven new European countries as competition intensifies in the region’s fast-growing delivery market.

The company plans to launch services in the Czech Republic, Greece and Romania, alongside Austria, Denmark, Finland and Norway. The move is expected to generate an additional $1 billion in gross bookings over the next three years.

Uber’s global head of delivery said the expansion aims to raise service standards and strengthen the company’s position in the multibillion-euro food delivery sector.

The push comes as technology firms across Europe continue investing heavily in logistics platforms and digital commerce. Uber has also recently moved to strengthen its presence in Turkey by acquiring the delivery unit of Getir.

With this expansion, the company is seeking broader market reach and deeper penetration in both established and emerging European delivery ecosystems.