#space-law — Public Fediverse posts
Live and recent posts from across the Fediverse tagged #space-law, aggregated by home.social.
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"For now, people are more likely to be struck by lightning than by falling space junk. But those odds are shifting. Sean O’Keefe, a former NASA administrator, ... and other experts say that governments and companies should be compelled to use materials that will fully disintegrate. No such regulation exists."
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/07/31/world/asia/space-debris-falling-crashing-earth-risk.html
#Space #SpaceDebris #SpacePolicy #SpaceLaw #SpaceSustainability
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"For now, people are more likely to be struck by lightning than by falling space junk. But those odds are shifting. Sean O’Keefe, a former NASA administrator, ... and other experts say that governments and companies should be compelled to use materials that will fully disintegrate. No such regulation exists."
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/07/31/world/asia/space-debris-falling-crashing-earth-risk.html
#Space #SpaceDebris #SpacePolicy #SpaceLaw #SpaceSustainability
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"The U.S. Federal Communications Commission can single-handedly green-light massive spaceflight projects that could completely change the view of the night sky for the entire world. Despite the outcry these projects have caused, space law experts say there is very little other nations and the international community can do to thwart them if the FCC were to grant them licenses."
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"The U.S. Federal Communications Commission can single-handedly green-light massive spaceflight projects that could completely change the view of the night sky for the entire world. Despite the outcry these projects have caused, space law experts say there is very little other nations and the international community can do to thwart them if the FCC were to grant them licenses."
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The Trillion-Dollar Frontier
On 12 June 2026, SpaceX completed the largest initial public offering in history, raising a reported $75 billion and attaining a valuation measured in the trillions. The offering generated extraordinary attention from industry, investors, and financial media. Yet its significance extends far beyond financial markets. As commerci
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According to the #ESA, 14.5 million kilograms of man-made stuff circles the planet today. Compare that to 11 million kg two years ago and 8.9 million kg in 2020—a 63 percent increase 📈 over the past five years. “ #CollisionAvoidance is a standard practice now for every operator,” says Tim Flohrer, head of the ESA’s #SpaceDebris Office. This November, in Vienna, the #UNOOSA will be hosting a #SpaceLaw conference to tackle space debris removal https://spectrum.ieee.org/kessler-syndrome-space-debris
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According to the #ESA, 14.5 million kilograms of man-made stuff circles the planet today. Compare that to 11 million kg two years ago and 8.9 million kg in 2020—a 63 percent increase 📈 over the past five years. “ #CollisionAvoidance is a standard practice now for every operator,” says Tim Flohrer, head of the ESA’s #SpaceDebris Office. This November, in Vienna, the #UNOOSA will be hosting a #SpaceLaw conference to tackle space debris removal https://spectrum.ieee.org/kessler-syndrome-space-debris
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"The foundation of global space law that has governed human activity outside Earth for nearly six decades may be approaching a breaking point, according to a new analysis by two astronomers who argue that the legal framework created during the Cold War is inadequate for an era of commercial spaceflight, global political instability, and growing militarization of orbit."
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"The foundation of global space law that has governed human activity outside Earth for nearly six decades may be approaching a breaking point, according to a new analysis by two astronomers who argue that the legal framework created during the Cold War is inadequate for an era of commercial spaceflight, global political instability, and growing militarization of orbit."
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The Limits of Liability
Consider the following hypothetical: State A exercises jurisdiction and control over space object Ares II, which is damaged by space debris. State A seeks to attribute the damage by space debris to State B’s space object Jupiter I, which fragmented and created space debris. Since there are millions of pieces of space debris orbiting in space, how can State
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The #ECSL Practitioners' Forum is back! On June 24th, the European Centre for Space Law will host the next edition on the topic of "Normativity beyond Treaties? Technical Standards in Space Governance".
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Nothing New on the Moon?
On 2 February 2026, Elon Musk confirmed that SpaceX has acquired the billionaire’s artificial intelligence (AI) start-up xAI with the aim to ‘form an “innovation engine” putting AI, rockets, space-based internet, and media under one roof’. Musk is quoted as saying: ‘This marks not just the next chapter, but the next book in SpaceX and xAI's m
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"A senior astronomer has warned that NASA’s #Artemis program must not become a vehicle for unregulated commercial activity in space, arguing that the return of humans to the #moon should be governed by clear international rules — rather than a 'frontier mentality.'"
https://www.newsweek.com/artemis-mission-cannot-lead-interplanetary-wild-west-11774199
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"A senior astronomer has warned that NASA’s #Artemis program must not become a vehicle for unregulated commercial activity in space, arguing that the return of humans to the #moon should be governed by clear international rules — rather than a 'frontier mentality.'"
https://www.newsweek.com/artemis-mission-cannot-lead-interplanetary-wild-west-11774199
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“Satellite #megaconstellations operated by developed countries are affecting the pristine night skies of other nations, affecting astronomical observations and #Indigenous practices. International regulation that includes the views of Indigenous peoples and appropriate compensation are called for.”
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“Satellite #megaconstellations operated by developed countries are affecting the pristine night skies of other nations, affecting astronomical observations and #Indigenous practices. International regulation that includes the views of Indigenous peoples and appropriate compensation are called for.”
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Today CSE filed our Reply Comment with the U.S. Federal Communications Commission challenging Reflect Orbital's application to commercialize the night sky. We maintain that the FCC must uphold legal mandates by requiring a comprehensive environmental review before granting any authority that alters our shared nighttime environment.
Read our full filing here: https://www.spaceenvironmentalism.org/actions/public-statements-and-comments/reflect-orbital-reply-comment-2026
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Today CSE filed our Reply Comment with the U.S. Federal Communications Commission challenging Reflect Orbital's application to commercialize the night sky. We maintain that the FCC must uphold legal mandates by requiring a comprehensive environmental review before granting any authority that alters our shared nighttime environment.
Read our full filing here: https://www.spaceenvironmentalism.org/actions/public-statements-and-comments/reflect-orbital-reply-comment-2026
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Frontier justice: navigating the future legal landscape for private actors in space law
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"International agreements covering rocket pollution include the Outer Space Treaty and Liability Convention. They require countries to avoid harmful contamination and to accept responsibility for damage caused by their #space objects. Those principles are reflected by several International Court of Justice rulings and opinions on preventing cross-border environmental harm."
https://insideclimatenews.org/news/19022026/commercial-space-travel-environmental-threat/
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"International agreements covering rocket pollution include the Outer Space Treaty and Liability Convention. They require countries to avoid harmful contamination and to accept responsibility for damage caused by their #space objects. Those principles are reflected by several International Court of Justice rulings and opinions on preventing cross-border environmental harm."
https://insideclimatenews.org/news/19022026/commercial-space-travel-environmental-threat/
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Hague, We Have a Problem
Armed conflict is a grim feature of our time: some 130 wars are currently raging worldwide, each exacting a catastrophic human toll and offering all too many real-world case studies in the application of international humanitarian law (IHL). Yet beyond this sobering reality, fictional thought experiments can also serve as a powerful tool to spark
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A blog by researcher Yarin Eski and partners about space-related harm, crime, justice, and ethics. Everyone can contribute or discuss ideas. Boosts appreciated!
Blog: https://www.spacecriminology.net/blog
"[..] we need critical reflection on responsibility, accountability, and harm. The blog is open to those with a professional/expertise interest in these issues. Interdisciplinary and critical perspectives are very welcome".@sundogplanets #space #spacelaw #spacecriminology #spaceMining #sustainability
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A blog by researcher Yarin Eski and partners about space-related harm, crime, justice, and ethics. Everyone can contribute or discuss ideas. Boosts appreciated!
Blog: https://www.spacecriminology.net/blog
"[..] we need critical reflection on responsibility, accountability, and harm. The blog is open to those with a professional/expertise interest in these issues. Interdisciplinary and critical perspectives are very welcome".@sundogplanets #space #spacelaw #spacecriminology #spaceMining #sustainability
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An interesting diplomatic communication today from #France toward #Russia: https://onu.delegfrance.org/france-reaffirms-its-support-for-international-space-law
"France reaffirms its support for international space law, which must be complemented by confidence-building and transparency measures, as well as by the development of norms of responsible behavior.
"In the face of threats, our primary safeguard remains compliance with the international legal regime applicable to outer space, and first and foremost the 1967 Treaty, which is its cornerstone.
"In this regard, France reiterates its concern about the potential placement of weapons of mass destruction in outer space, which would constitute a flagrant violation of Article 4 of the 1967 Treaty, and a major threat to international peace and security.
"In addition, France is involved in ongoing discussions in the competent bodies on ways to prevent an arms race in outer space. The most appropriate approach to this end is the development of norms of responsible behavior that promote mutual understanding and reduce the risks of uncontrolled escalation. These norms could serve, if necessary, as a basis for the subsequent development of new legally or politically binding instruments."
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An interesting diplomatic communication today from #France toward #Russia: https://onu.delegfrance.org/france-reaffirms-its-support-for-international-space-law
"France reaffirms its support for international space law, which must be complemented by confidence-building and transparency measures, as well as by the development of norms of responsible behavior.
"In the face of threats, our primary safeguard remains compliance with the international legal regime applicable to outer space, and first and foremost the 1967 Treaty, which is its cornerstone.
"In this regard, France reiterates its concern about the potential placement of weapons of mass destruction in outer space, which would constitute a flagrant violation of Article 4 of the 1967 Treaty, and a major threat to international peace and security.
"In addition, France is involved in ongoing discussions in the competent bodies on ways to prevent an arms race in outer space. The most appropriate approach to this end is the development of norms of responsible behavior that promote mutual understanding and reduce the risks of uncontrolled escalation. These norms could serve, if necessary, as a basis for the subsequent development of new legally or politically binding instruments."
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Your Space or Mine?
Once the domain of Cold War rivalry, space exploration today has become the shared contention of national governments, billionaires and private corporations alike. With corporations like SpaceX and Blue Origin offering space tours, colonization of Mars and more, the key question this article aims to address is: Can the current international re
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10.30am A hybrid meeting connects Nalani Wilson Hokowhitu (Molokaʻi Nui a Hina, Kanaka ʻAukai, Kanaka ʻŌiwi) & a group at #SpacePlace, with Desna Whaanga-Schollum (Rongomaiwahine, Pāhauwera, Kahungunu, Ngāi Tahu Matawhaiti ki Māhia) in Māhia, with Michelle Maloney, in Meanjin/Brisbane, Australia.
Dr Michelle Maloney is an author on the Australian Earth Laws Alliance’s Declaration for the Rights of the Moon (2021), and joins us to speak about its aims and challenges faced.
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129 Words and the Weight of Worlds
We will soon cross a Rubicon in our new commercial space age. In 2024, a rocket lifted off every 36 hours. In 2025, every 28 hours. Commercial providers now account for 70% of global launches. The moment when rockets launch every 24 hours - daily space flight - will mark the crossing: the point when spac
#InternationalLegalHistory #SpaceLaw #TreatyInterpretation
https://voelkerrechtsblog.org/129-words-and-the-weight-of-worlds/
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"The Dark and Quiet Skies Campaign serves us well to remember that the governance of outer space is not simply about money and geopolitics. The values of science and culture also have a place. As you follow the track of a satellite across the night sky this week, consider what kind of sky and scientific legacy we want to leave for future generations."
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"The Dark and Quiet Skies Campaign serves us well to remember that the governance of outer space is not simply about money and geopolitics. The values of science and culture also have a place. As you follow the track of a satellite across the night sky this week, consider what kind of sky and scientific legacy we want to leave for future generations."
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"The #DarkAndQuietSkies Campaign serves us well to remember that the governance of #OuterSpace is not simply about money and geopolitics. The values of science and culture also have a place. As you follow the track of a #satellite across the night sky this week, consider what kind of sky and scientific legacy we want to leave for future generations."
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"The #DarkAndQuietSkies Campaign serves us well to remember that the governance of #OuterSpace is not simply about money and geopolitics. The values of science and culture also have a place. As you follow the track of a #satellite across the night sky this week, consider what kind of sky and scientific legacy we want to leave for future generations."
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Starting the day right with a Tim Tam Slam! Afterwards, I'll have a look at “the dark side” of #SpaceLaw in the session on use of force in space. Really looking forward then to meeting with Open Lunar Foundation.
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Moon mining is getting closer to reality: Why we need global rules for extracting space resources
#MoonMining #SpaceLaw #OuterSpaceTreaty #Space #SpaceResources #LunarRegolith #InternationalLaw #SpaceExploration #Helium3 #SpaceRace #UNSpaceLaw
https://the-14.com/moon-mining-is-getting-closer-to-reality-why-we-need-global-rules-for-extracting-space-resources/ -
Moon mining is getting closer to reality: Why we need global rules for extracting space resources
#MoonMining #SpaceLaw #OuterSpaceTreaty #Space #SpaceResources #LunarRegolith #InternationalLaw #SpaceExploration #Helium3 #SpaceRace #UNSpaceLaw
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Space Data as ‘Investment’ in International Investment Law
Outer space is now a dynamic, commercialized arena, prompting economic and legal systems to reassess how value is defined beyond Earth. The rise of private actors has driven new value models, especially around a key 21st-century asset: data. Space-based data,
#DataProtection #InternationalInvestmentLaw #SpaceLaw
https://voelkerrechtsblog.org/space-data-as-investment-in-international-investment-law/
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Space Data as ‘Investment’ in International Investment Law
Outer space is now a dynamic, commercialized arena, prompting economic and legal systems to reassess how value is defined beyond Earth. The rise of private actors has driven new value models, especially around a key 21st-century asset: data. Space-based data,
#DataProtection #InternationalInvestmentLaw #SpaceLaw
https://voelkerrechtsblog.org/space-data-as-investment-in-international-investment-law/
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Next week is all about #spacelaw for me!
On Monday I’ll be participating in the Aviation Week Network Roundtable on the “Golden Dome for America and Implications for the Space Industry”.
On Tuesday I’ll be on the #SpaceTechExpo stage talking about the changes we can expect to the aerospace industry under the new administration and how space companies can adapt to thrive in this “new” ecosystem.
Register for free: https://www.spacetechexpo.com/conference/conference-agenda
And drop me a DM if you want to connect in person!
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Next week is all about #spacelaw for me!
On Monday I’ll be participating in the Aviation Week Network Roundtable on the “Golden Dome for America and Implications for the Space Industry”.
On Tuesday I’ll be on the #SpaceTechExpo stage talking about the changes we can expect to the aerospace industry under the new administration and how space companies can adapt to thrive in this “new” ecosystem.
Register for free: https://www.spacetechexpo.com/conference/conference-agenda
And drop me a DM if you want to connect in person!
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Hackaday Links: May 4, 2025 - By now, you’ve probably heard about Kosmos 482, a Soviet probe destined for Venus ... - https://hackaday.com/2025/05/04/hackaday-links-may-4-2025/ #hackadaycolumns #hackadaylinks #reverseatm #kosmos482 #demohell #humanoid #spacelaw #titanium #soviet #assay #robot #solar #venus #gold #esa #sun
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Hackaday Links: May 4, 2025 - By now, you’ve probably heard about Kosmos 482, a Soviet probe destined for Venus ... - https://hackaday.com/2025/05/04/hackaday-links-may-4-2025/ #hackadaycolumns #hackadaylinks #reverseatm #kosmos482 #demohell #humanoid #spacelaw #titanium #soviet #assay #robot #solar #venus #gold #esa #sun
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"The fact that the #EU #Space Act establishes some binding measures regarding collision avoidance, information sharing, cybersecurity, and other space activities will break with past reluctance to go down that path and establish a new model. The United States and other stakeholders will find new challenges to their preference for laissez faire-driven space traffic management and space sustainability policies."
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"The fact that the #EU #Space Act establishes some binding measures regarding collision avoidance, information sharing, cybersecurity, and other space activities will break with past reluctance to go down that path and establish a new model. The United States and other stakeholders will find new challenges to their preference for laissez faire-driven space traffic management and space sustainability policies."
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"Recognizing #Indigenous knowledge systems as a vital part of humanity’s shared relationship with the cosmos is essential to ensuring that the expansion of space activities is both inclusive and sustainable. By fostering dialogue and integrating Indigenous perspectives into space governance, it is possible to strike a balance between technological progress and the protection of cultural heritage."
https://jurnal.fs.umi.ac.id/index.php/alpamet/article/view/795
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@NewSpaceEconomy #SpaceLaw will be relating to debris disposal is important- without proper protections debris will become increasingly risky to space infrastructure on which we are all reliant here on earth, to keep us and our planet safe.
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More coverage of obtrusive space advertising, by @Gizmodo. "Astronomers are calling for a global ban on space advertising, in hopes that the issue can be nipped in the bud amid a period of rapid commercialization and privatization in spaceflight."
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"Once considered a largely peaceful domain, #space is now viewed by many American lawmakers and military commanders as a place where the next major global conflict might unfold," but "there are surprisingly few international agreements to safeguard against military action there — and no established norms."
https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2024/12/05/opinion/nuclear-weapons-space.html
