satellite communications
AssessTechniques
Communication services delivered through satellites to provide coverage over wide areas.
Why it's here
Placed in Assess: 2 article(s) of evidence from 1 source(s), led by funding news, with 1 in the last 30 days. Confidence 34%.
Evidence (2)
- 2Hacker News·8/9/2026researchJohn C. Lilly's Vision of Solid-State Intelligence
This Hacker News post excerpts John C. Lilly’s 1978 writing describing a speculative future in which solid-state computers grow increasingly autonomous and take over functions once managed by humans. The text frames computers, communication networks, and self-programming systems as evolving into a new form of intelligence that could surpass human control.
- 9Hacker News·6/29/2026fundingRocket Lab to Acquire Iridium
Rocket Lab announced a planned acquisition of Iridium in a major business deal that would combine the two space-focused companies. The transaction is notable for its scale and potential impact on the satellite and launch services market.