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Germany’s military rejects Palantir contracts for now

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Germany’s armed forces currently do not plan to award contracts to Palantir, according to senior cyber defense official Thomas Daum.

Daum said Germany is interested in advanced battlefield data analysis but remains unwilling, for now, to grant external industry personnel access to sensitive national military databases.

The stance reflects Germany’s caution around sovereignty, data security and control over defense infrastructure, even as militaries increasingly adopt AI-powered intelligence systems.

The decision contrasts with Palantir’s expanding role in the U.S., where its AI systems are becoming more deeply integrated into Pentagon operations.

Italy in Advanced Talks for $1.55 Billion Security Services Deal with SpaceX

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Italy is reportedly in advanced negotiations with SpaceX for a deal worth 1.5 billion euros ($1.55 billion) to provide secure telecommunications services to the government, according to Bloomberg News. The deal, which would span five years, is set to include a range of services, including secure encryption for government communications and satellite services for Italy’s military operations in the Mediterranean and emergency response efforts.

Although the discussions are ongoing and a final agreement has not been reached, the project has received approval from Italy’s Intelligence Services and Defence Ministry, as per the report. The deal would also see the implementation of SpaceX’s satellite services for use in situations such as terrorist attacks or natural disasters.

The talks occur in the context of increasing ties between Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni and SpaceX’s Elon Musk, who is also a close ally of former U.S. President Donald Trump. Additionally, Italy plans to begin testing Starlink satellite-based connectivity for enhancing high-speed internet rollout across the country.

 

Starlink to Introduce Direct-to-Cell Services in Ukraine Through Kyivstar Partnership

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Kyivstar, Ukraine’s leading mobile operator, has entered into an agreement with SpaceX’s Starlink to roll out direct-to-cell satellite connectivity, enabling mobile devices to connect to satellites instead of traditional cell towers. The service will initially offer messaging functionality, with voice and data services to follow in later stages. Expected to be operational by the fourth quarter of 2025, this service will provide crucial communication capabilities in Ukraine, including for military purposes. Financial terms of the deal have not been disclosed. Starlink’s direct-to-cell satellites were launched earlier this year, and the technology has already been introduced in the U.S., Japan, and New Zealand. Ukraine will become the first conflict zone where the service is implemented, with Starlink aiming to overcome jamming efforts by Russia. This move follows Elon Musk’s continued support for Ukraine through satellite internet services, solidifying his involvement in the region’s communication infrastructure.