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U.S. Space Force Commercial Space Office: Bankruptcies And Consolidation Are Expected
Dec 8, 2023
The podcast discusses the U.S. Space Force Commercial Space Office and its role in finding and fostering new commercial space technologies. Topics include the current venture capital environment, supporting startups, integrating commercial technologies, establishing partnerships, and addressing concerns about intellectual property loss.
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- Investors prefer equity positions with early-stage space companies that have military contracts or are pursuing them, as the Department of Defense provides reliable revenue and cash flow for technology development.
- The U.S. Space Force sees the commercial space sector as more agile and capable of developing technology at a faster pace and lower cost, relying on private capital and venture funding for technology acquisition.
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Importance of Equity Positions in the Space Industry
Investors have shown a preference for equity positions with early-stage space companies that have military contracts or are pursuing them. This is because the Department of Defense is reliable in paying its debts, providing revenue and cash flow to fund technology development and commercial market development.
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