The Space Economy Institute is the world’s leading knowledge centre in the space economy sector. It offers an integrated set of services related to training, consulting, research, information and events, aimed at helping the humankind to seize the opportunities related to the space economy.
The space economy is a term indicating the production and financial sector oriented to the creation and use of goods and services and the exploitation of resources within the extra-atmospheric space.
The upstream segment foresees the creation of space infrastructures, satellites, carriers, space stations up to future bases located on the moon or on rocky planets of the solar system.
The downstream segment relates to the benefits that derive from the data collected in space and, in the future, from the physical resources taken to be transformed and used on Earth
Master in Space Economy
The Master in Space Economy by the Space Economy Institute is an exclusive training program aimed at giving participants the opportunity to sharpen their skills and competencies to know, identify and seize the business opportunities related to space.
“I found the Master in Space Economy interesting, challenging, and rewarding. I learnt a lot by following the programme and the study Space Economy Institute set out.”
“We thought a lot before choosing the Space Economy Institute because we wanted to sure our investment would yield results. They are absolutely an invaluable partner.”
“Studying at the Space Economy Institute has been a truly invaluable learning experience for me. I feel that over the duration of the course I gained a lot of knowledge and practical strategies that will be beneficial to me, and those I deal with personally and professionally. The course exceeded my expectations significantly”.
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Space-Based Data Centers: Why AI Infrastructure May Move Beyond Earth
The AI Boom Is Looking Beyond Earth Artificial intelligence is creating a new infrastructure problem on Earth: data centers require enormous amounts of land, electricity, cooling, chips, and grid capacity. As AI demand accelerates, some of the world’s most ambitious technology and space companies are asking a bold question: could part of the future computing
July 2, 2026 -
Direct-to-Device Satellite Connectivity: Why Phones Are Becoming the Next Space Economy Market
The Next Internet Layer May Be in Orbit The race to connect ordinary smartphones directly to satellites is becoming one of the hottest markets in the space economy. On June 30, 2026, Japan moved to support Rakuten’s satellite communications project with a major government grant, reinforcing a global trend: nations and telecom operators want satellite-to-phone
June 30, 2026 -
Rocket Lab Acquires Iridium: The $8 Billion Deal Creating a Vertically Integrated Space Powerhouse
A Defining Move in Satellite Communications The space economy is entering a new consolidation phase. On June 29, 2026, Rocket Lab announced an $8 billion deal to acquire Iridium Communications, one of the most established satellite communications companies in the world. The acquisition matters because it shows where the industry is heading: not toward isolated
June 29, 2026 -
Greece’s Wildfire Satellites: The Rise of Space-Based Climate Intelligence
A New Layer of Climate Security Wildfires are no longer seasonal emergencies. They are becoming recurring national security, economic, and climate resilience challenges. On June 26, 2026, Greece’s new dedicated wildfire satellite system is drawing global attention because it shows how space technology can move from observation to operational crisis response. For the space economy,
June 26, 2026
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