China launches first batch of internet satellites + 2 more stories

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[5.8] China launches first 10 Guowang internet satellites in major space initiative — arstechnica.com

China has launched its first 10 Guowang internet satellites, part of a planned constellation of 13,000. This marks a significant step in expanding China's satellite capabilities, requiring increased launch capacity and the development of new commercial rockets.

The Long March 5B rocket, which can carry more satellites than other Chinese rockets, will be used for future launches. China must deploy 6,496 satellites by 2032 to comply with international regulations.

U.S. military leaders are monitoring China's satellite activities, noting their potential military applications. Unlike SpaceX, which shares launch information, China does not provide regular updates on its satellite operations, raising concerns about space safety and communication.

[5.8] NASA's Webb telescope captures images challenging planet formation theories — engadget.com

NASA's James Webb telescope has captured new images of planet-forming disks around ancient stars, challenging existing theories on planet formation. These images support earlier Hubble findings that lacked confirmation until now.

The Webb telescope focused on the NGC 346 cluster in the Small Magellanic Cloud, revealing that protoplanetary disks persist longer than previously thought. This contradicts expectations that these disks would dissipate within a few million years.

Researchers propose two theories for the disks' longevity: radiation pressure from nearby stars may dissipate more slowly, or larger gas clouds in environments with fewer heavy elements may create larger, longer-lasting disks.

[5.7] NATO assumes coordination of military aid to Ukraine from US — reuters.com

NATO has taken over the coordination of military aid to Ukraine from the United States, a move that comes after several months of delays. This change aims to strengthen support for Ukraine amid concerns about future U.S. assistance under Donald Trump.

The new NATO mission, called NATO Security Assistance and Training for Ukraine, is now fully operational at a U.S. base in Wiesbaden, Germany. It will involve around 700 personnel from various NATO countries.

While NATO's role increases, the U.S. remains the largest supplier of military aid to Ukraine. Concerns persist that Trump's administration may reduce this support, impacting Ukraine's defense against Russia.

Highly covered news with significance over 5.4

[5.4] UK government considers new rules for AI training model transparency
(ft.com + 9)

[5.4] Corporate donations surge for Trump inauguration following election win
(reuters.com + 4)

[5.4] China increases visa-free transit stay to 10 days for foreign travelers
(reuters.com + 7)

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