Harrison and Paul welcome you to their corner of the universe today to discuss all the exciting times in space this week for the "Space Times" podcast! And there’s plenty to talk about in our first week, there’s news about next-generation communication networks, spectrum acquisition, challenges in the direct-to-device market, space sovereignty, the resurgence of small GEO satellites, the growing importance of space security and laser communication, ground station innovation, the diversification of launch providers, the future of space tugs, SAR technology for defense and disaster response, weather measurement, methane tracking, Rotating Detonation Rocket Engines (RDREs), on-orbit power grids, advancements in quantum computing and communications in space, and recent funding rounds in the industry. We hope you enjoy our conversation, and join us every week!