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15 Random Things That Will Probably Help Your Publishing Career Much More Than an MFA Ever Could (or Writers’ Conferences, or AWP)

How to Glow in the Dark • 825 implied HN points • 30 Jan 24
đź“š Literature Publishing Writing Success Career Commercial
  1. Success in book publishing is unique and can't be replicated by following the traditional path
  2. MFAs and writers' conferences have value, but they don't guarantee commercial success as an author
  3. Factors like platform, artistic skill, and personal artistic style are crucial for achieving a big book deal

About China’s “Intelligence Satellites”...

Ill-Defined Space • 28 implied HN points • 07 Mar 24
đź•ą Technology Space Satellites Data Analysis Military Commercial
  1. The claim that China has 359 intelligence satellites may be inaccurate, as this number includes civil and military satellites, not just those intended for intelligence purposes.
  2. While China's spacecraft deployments have increased, they have not tripled, as suggested by a U.S. Space Command general.
  3. Despite concerns about China's space activities, the data indicates that U.S. military spacecraft deployments have not significantly increased, and the role of commercial spacecraft in the industry is substantial.

A little Boost! goes a long way

Europe in Space • 117 implied HN points • 17 Jul 23
đź•ą Technology Space Commercial Startups Funding Innovation
  1. ESA's Boost! program supports innovative space transportation startups by providing co-funding for qualifying activities.
  2. The Boost! program has attracted significant private investments, showing a successful multiplier effect.
  3. The program has expanded and includes initiatives like the European Flight Ticket Initiative to support space startups.

Are commercial space stations a fantasy?

Europe in Space • 137 implied HN points • 16 May 23
đź•ą Technology Space Commercial Research International Launch
  1. Operating a commercial space station is not straightforward due to high costs and limited demand.
  2. In-orbit manufacturing and satellite fueling are potential applications for commercial space stations, but their feasibility is still uncertain.
  3. Developing a European space station requires focus on crewed launch capabilities and understanding the need for sovereign presence in orbit.
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DirectorMoves

DirectorMoves • 19 implied HN points • 30 Aug 23
đź’Ľ Business Boards Commercial
  1. Directors & Boards is a leader in news and analysis for public and private company boardrooms.
  2. Global Perspective by Robert H. Rock shared in a letter from the Chairman.
  3. Recent director and CEO moves at DexCom include Ms. Rimma Driscoll joining the board.

The Looming Spaceport Bottleneck

SpaceDotBiz • 0 implied HN points • 31 Oct 23
đź•ą Technology Space Regulations Infrastructure Commercial
  1. The increasing number of satellites in space has led to a high demand for launch services, causing a bottleneck in spaceport capacity.
  2. Building new spaceports in the US is challenging due to regulatory hurdles, land acquisition costs, and legal issues, leading to limited expansion attempts.
  3. One potential solution to spaceport congestion is exploring offshore launch options, as seen in examples from China and South Korea, to address the growing demand for launches.