> ## Content Index > Fetch the complete content index at: https://newsletters.qs.com/llms.txt > Use this file to discover other available public pages before exploring further. # ๐ŸŒŒ Space and Defense #3 - URL: https://newsletters.qs.com/space-and-defense-3/ - Published: 2024-08-12T11:30:55.000Z - Updated: 2024-10-17T08:21:50.000Z - Description: HolonIQ's Space and Defense Newsletter covers the latest developments in national defense collaborations, defense tech, and space and highlights the week's top space and defense deals. - Author: QS - Tags: Advanced Manufacturing **Happy Monday ๐Ÿ‘‹** Several major countries within APAC are exploring several defense partnerships. Australia and the U.S. are boosting air and missile defense [collaboration](https://my.holoniq.com/developments/HDVNSAHNM73E6MIVJ1KC?ref=newsletters.qs.com). Japan and Mongolia are finalizing a [treaty](https://asia.nikkei.com/Politics/Defense/Japan-Mongolia-to-agree-on-defense-equipment-cooperation-at-summit?ref=newsletters.qs.com) for defense equipment exports, while India and Vietnam are strengthening ties with a $300M maritime security credit, and Brazil is [exploring](https://sputniknews.in/20240805/from-scorpene-to-brahmos-rising-tide-of-india-brazil-defence-collaboration-7963133.html?ref=newsletters.qs.com) a defense partnership with India. The Pentagon allocated nearly [$1B](https://defensescoop.com/2024/08/07/pentagon-awards-nearly-1b-jwcc-task-orders/?ref=newsletters.qs.com) for the Joint Warfighting Cloud Capability (JWCC), and Northrop Grumman [introduced](https://defence-blog.com/northrop-grumman-develops-cannon-based-air-defense-system/?ref=newsletters.qs.com) the Cannon-Based Air Defense (CBAD) system. Anduril Industries plans a [$1.5B](https://aviationweek.com/defense-space/missile-defense-weapons/anduril-unveils-hyperscale-arsenal-1-factory-plan?ref=newsletters.qs.com) munitions facility. SEOPS will [integrate](https://www.satellitetoday.com/launch/2024/08/02/space-force-awards-seops-contract-to-integrate-rideshare-mission/?ref=newsletters.qs.com) payloads for the 2024-Blaze mission, and AST SpaceMobile [received a license](https://www.satellitetoday.com/connectivity/2024/08/05/fcc-grants-ast-spacemobile-partial-approval-for-its-first-5-satellites/?ref=newsletters.qs.com) for its first five BlueBird satellites. Perceptive Space [advances](https://techcrunch.com/2024/08/06/perceptive-space-emerges-from-stealth-with-plans-to-improve-space-weather-predictions/?ref=newsletters.qs.com) space weather forecasts with AI. This weekโ€™s financial deals include Deep Blueโ€™s [$140M](https://www.dealstreetasia.com/stories/chineses-reusable-rocket-developer-deep-blue-pockets-almost-140m-in-series-b-406995?ref=newsletters.qs.com) for rockets, Email Securityโ€™s [$250M](https://www.cnbc.com/2024/08/06/new-funding-values-email-security-firm-abnormal-at-more-than-5-billion.html?ref=newsletters.qs.com) Series B round, and EQTโ€™s planned Acronis [acquisition](https://gulfbusiness.com/eqt-to-acquire-majority-stake-in-acronis/?ref=newsletters.qs.com). ## **๐Ÿค** National Defense Collaborations **โš”๏ธ Australia and the U.S. have pledged to enhance cooperation on air and missile defense efforts.** The talks, part of the AUSMIN consultations, [aim to deepen defense ties, focusing on force posture](https://my.holoniq.com/developments/HDVNSAHNM73E6MIVJ1KC?ref=newsletters.qs.com), defense industrial base integration, and advanced capabilities collaboration. **๐Ÿ—ก๏ธ Japan and Mongolia discussed a treaty allowing mutual defense equipment exports.** During a mid-August summit Japan mentioned it [aims to sign the agreement this fall to bolster security ties](https://asia.nikkei.com/Politics/Defense/Japan-Mongolia-to-agree-on-defense-equipment-cooperation-at-summit?ref=newsletters.qs.com) and boost investment. **โœ… India deepens defense partnerships**. India and [Vietnam](https://sputniknews.in/20240802/vietnam-seeks-defence-industry-cooperation-with-india-amid-growing-ties-7957482.html?ref=newsletters.qs.com) enhanced military ties with a $300M maritime security credit and prior aid. [Brazil](https://sputniknews.in/20240805/from-scorpene-to-brahmos-rising-tide-of-india-brazil-defence-collaboration-7963133.html?ref=newsletters.qs.com) seeks to co-produce the Embraer C-390 with India and discuss BrahMos and Akash systems, strengthening defense collaboration. ## ๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ Defense Tech **โ˜๏ธ The Pentagon awarded nearly $1B in task orders.** This is for its Joint Warfighting Cloud Capability (JWCC), a [key part of digital modernization](https://defensescoop.com/2024/08/07/pentagon-awards-nearly-1b-jwcc-task-orders/?ref=newsletters.qs.com) and CJADC2, involving Google, Oracle, AWS, and Microsoft contracts. **๐Ÿ›ณ๏ธ Northrop Grumman has introduced the Cannon-Based Air Defense (CBAD) system**. This is a [cost-effective, scalable defense](https://defence-blog.com/northrop-grumman-develops-cannon-based-air-defense-system/?ref=newsletters.qs.com) against large-scale aerial threats like cruise missiles and UAS, integrating Bushmaster Chain Guns, sensors, and advanced ammunition. **๐ŸŽ›๏ธ Anduril Industries plans to increase munitions and sensor production with a $1.5B funding**. Focusing on Arsenal-1, a 5 million ftยฒ facility will [produce autonomous military systems annually](https://aviationweek.com/defense-space/missile-defense-weapons/anduril-unveils-hyperscale-arsenal-1-factory-plan?ref=newsletters.qs.com), using commercially available components. ## ๐Ÿช Space **๐Ÿš€ SEOPS has been awarded a contract by the U.S. Space Force's Space Systems Command.** They will [integrate six payloads for the 2024-Blaze mission](https://www.satellitetoday.com/launch/2024/08/02/space-force-awards-seops-contract-to-integrate-rideshare-mission/?ref=newsletters.qs.com), showcasing their expertise in solving complex launch challenges for commercial and military clients. **๐Ÿ“ฑ The FCC granted AST SpaceMobile a license to launch and operate its first five BlueBird satellites for V-band, S-band, and UHF frequencies**. The approval deferred for terrestrial spectrum use and a full constellation of 243 satellites,[ aiming to provide broadband directly to cell phones from space](https://www.satellitetoday.com/connectivity/2024/08/05/fcc-grants-ast-spacemobile-partial-approval-for-its-first-5-satellites/?ref=newsletters.qs.com). ๐Ÿ“ก **Canadian startup Perceptive Space, funded by $2.8M.** It [aims to enhance space weather forecasting using AI and machine learning](https://techcrunch.com/2024/08/06/perceptive-space-emerges-from-stealth-with-plans-to-improve-space-weather-predictions/?ref=newsletters.qs.com). Offering subscription-based forecasts, the company aims to provide near-real-time updates, addressing outdated government models. ## **๐Ÿ’ฐ** Deals of the Week **๐Ÿ”ซ Anduril,** a defense startup, has raised [$1.5B](https://techcrunch.com/2024/08/07/anduril-raises-1-5b-to-hyper-scale-defense-production/?ref=newsletters.qs.com) in venture funding to produce AI-powered weapons and autonomous drones for the battlefield. **๐Ÿ’ฐ Email Security,** a cybersecurity company, announced that it has raised [$250M](https://www.cnbc.com/2024/08/06/new-funding-values-email-security-firm-abnormal-at-more-than-5-billion.html?ref=newsletters.qs.com) in a Series D funding round that values the firm at $5.1B. **๐Ÿš€ Deep Blue,** a Chinese company developing reusable rockets, has raised almost [$140M](https://www.dealstreetasia.com/stories/chineses-reusable-rocket-developer-deep-blue-pockets-almost-140m-in-series-b-406995?ref=newsletters.qs.com) in a Series B funding round. It will set up its manufacturing facility in the Wuxi National Hi-Tech District. **๐Ÿ”’ EQT**, a private equity firm, is planning to acquire a [majority stake](https://gulfbusiness.com/eqt-to-acquire-majority-stake-in-acronis/?ref=newsletters.qs.com) in **Acronis**, the cybersecurity company, to support our strategic expansion and share our vision for growth. --- **Thank you for reading. Have a great week ahead!** Have some feedback or suggestions? Let us know at hello@holoniq.com [ ](https://newsletters.qs.com/psychedelic-mental-health-treatments-south-asia-health-tech-100-2/)