China is chasing SpaceX and setting its sights on the global space economy
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A state-backed push to match SpaceX reshapes launch pricing, orbital congestion, and downstream data markets. Space-dependent businesses should assume a more crowded, more contested LEO environment and diversify launch and satellite partners accordingly.
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