Astranis Space Technologies is an American aerospace company founded in 2015 that designs, builds, and operates small geostationary communications satellites. The company is headquartered in San Francisco, California. Astranis specializes in developing compact satellites, approximately 1/20th the size of traditional telecommunications satellites, designed to provide broadband internet access to underserved regions worldwide. The company’s innovative approach uses software-defined radio technology and proprietary software to increase the flexibility and efficiency of their satellite communications systems. Their satellites operate in geostationary orbit (GEO), approximately 35,786 kilometers above Earth’s equator, allowing them to maintain a fixed position relative to the ground. In 2021, Astranis launched its first commercial satellite, MicroGEO, designed to provide broadband internet service to Alaska through a partnership with Pacific Dataport Inc. The company has secured multiple rounds of funding, including a $250 million Series C round in 2021, bringing its total valuation to $1.4 billion. Astranis has partnerships with various telecommunications providers and continues to expand its satellite constellation to address global internet connectivity challenges. The company’s business model focuses on reducing the cost and complexity of satellite manufacturing while maintaining high-performance capabilities, making satellite communications more accessible to emerging markets and remote regions.