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A New Era Demands a New Benchmark
The Global Space Awards will shine a spotlight on the breakthroughs and leaders defining the future of space. Our awards are guided by a commitment to integrity, innovation, and global collaboration.

 

 

New York, NY, October 29, 2025 – Planetary Systems AI (PSAI), a dual-use space and defense tech company accelerating data flow and insight generation for decision-making in the space sector to optimize planetary support operations, has been nominated for two Global Space Awards in two categories: Playmaker of the Year and Innovation Breakthrough. The nominations recognize the company’s pioneering work in advanced AI for planetary systems and autonomous space exploration. 

The Playmaker of the Year Award will be awarded to an individual whose defining move this year shifted the trajectory of the space economy. The Innovation Breakthrough Award will be awarded to a Space company pushing the boundaries of what’s technically possible.

The nominations acknowledge PSAI’s leadership in excellence, vision, and next-generation space innovation. The company’s work is recognized not only for being technologically groundbreaking but also for setting a global standard for intelligent, responsible, and sustainable space exploration.

“Under the leadership of CEO Cindy Chin, an accomplished NASA Datanaut, IP holder, and recognized leader in space technology, PSAI has positioned itself at the forefront of space innovation, delivering transformative technology with real-world mission impact.” 

“The Global Space Award nominations demonstrate Planetary Systems AI’s commitment and dedication to assured access to space through advanced AI in accelerating data at the speed of space for decision support in space operations. From orbital access at launch, commercial dependency, and to AI edge computing and data processing in areas like space domain awareness, the rising importance of software is critical for assured access to space for space exploration, space sustainability, orbital/in-space traffic management. It an extension of Earth’s digital infrastructure. We believe that AI and commercial space software startups have a vital role in the next era of autonomous space operations and I hope our journey inspires the next generation of space explorers,” said PSAI CEO Cindy Chin. 

Physicist and author Brian Greene will host the inaugural Global Space Awards. Winners will be announced on December 5, 2025 at the Natural History Museum in London.

About Planetary Systems AI
Planetary Systems AI (PSAI) is a dual-use space and defense tech company accelerating data flow and insight generation for decision-making in the space sector, optimizing planetary support operations. PSAI is an approved analytic provider for the SDA TAP Lab at United States Space Force’s Space Systems Command.

About Global Space Awards
The Global Space Awards (GSA) is the first international event dedicated to celebrating the achievements defining today’s Golden Era of Space. The Global Space Awards were created to shine a spotlight on the breakthroughs, technologies, and visionaries setting new benchmarks for space innovation at one iconic annual event. The GSA’s core values are based on: innovation, global collaboration, inspiration, integrity, and sustainability.

 

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Aquarious Workman, CISM, Head of Cybersecurity for Planetary Systems AI, demonstrates the company’s AI service for U.S. Space Force

Colorado Springs, CO. – The Planetary Systems AI team capped three months of intensive multidisciplinary work this week with a demonstration of the company’s capabilities in AI-driven data management for space domain awareness (SDA) at the U.S. Space Force’s SDA TAP Lab. 

By aggregating more than 2.3 million open-source records on satellites owned by U.S. and foreign entities, the team was able to build out a body of knowledge that will help the Space Force spot and defend military, government, and commercial spacecraft against hostile actions by other countries in space.

Aquarious Workman, PSAI’s Head of Cybersecurity, presented the demo to an audience of investors and U.S. Department of Defense officials, surrounded by nearly 60 companies, many of whom the company had collaborated with closely during Demo Day for Cohort 4 of the Lab’s Apollo Accelerator program.

The company will be continuing its work at the SDA TAP Lab into Cohort 5, which kicks off Nov. 5 and runs until late January. 

 

At the recent NYSE Wired East Coast AI Leaders’ Reception & Media Event at South Street Seaport and at the NYSE Space Summit, Planetary Systems AI had the honor to share the massive opportunities with space data in the space sector our innovative AI solutions and vision for the future, led by CEO Cindy Chin, FRSA.

The NYSE Space Summit brought together leading voices in the space industry to explore opportunities for growth and innovation. Executives from key space companies and institutional investors discussed how public markets are supporting the space sector, highlighting the intersection of innovation, regulation, and investment. The event emphasized the increasing role of space in shaping industries beyond aerospace, including finance, technology, and sustainability. Discussions ranged from advancements in space technology including artificial intelligence to the growing importance of satellite connectivity and space exploration in economic development.

Chin articulated the challenges with spacedata opportunities in AI with the company’s strategic goals and collaborative initiatives during an interview above the New York Stock Exchange floor with John Furrier of SiliconANGLE & theCUBE to make clear that PSAI is poised to make a significant impact in the space tech landscape.

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Planetary Systems AI Announces That Dr. Steve Crews, Ph.D. (U.S. Army & U.S. Space Force, Ret.) Joins Advisory Board

August 12, 2024 – New York, NY 

Planetary Systems AI (PSAI), a planetary support company providing cyber-first artificial intelligence and machine-learning solutions for space and satellite operations, announced today that Dr. Steve Crews, Ph.D. joins the company’s Advisory Board. He is an executive leader of technical teams for 21 years in the U.S. Space Force and U.S. Army solving problems that result in organizational growth and innovation. Dr. Crews is a published engineer, researcher and educator with extensive robotics, astrodynamics, spacecraft and AI experience with a proven track record of delivering complex aerospace projects with significant value at scale. He has 5 engineering degrees from West Point, Naval Postgraduate School, and Carnegie Mellon University.

CEO & Chief Space Officer Cindy Chin said, “Steve’s extensive experience and knowledge across coordinated space operations, space domain awareness, automation, capabilities and systems integration combined with experience working with small companies is extremely valuable and a tremendous asset. His service to the United States continues in his capacity in leading teams with not just the SDA TAP Lab, but the entire DoD commercial space value chain. We are extremely grateful that he has come on board and continues to expand his leadership and service beyond his military career. That’s how exceptional he is as a person and an officer.” 

About Planetary Systems AI (www.planetarysystems.ai): Planetary Systems AI (PSAI) is a planetary support company developing decision support systems for operational efficiency, situational awareness, and logistical planning to serve companies, government agencies, and small businesses that will increasingly rely on clarity and speed in multiple- context data sources that they must consult to make decisions around space and satellite operations. 

Planetary Systems AI Press Contact:

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New York, NY, August 5, 2024 – Planetary Systems AI (PSAI) announced that Ian Douglas joins the company as of August 1, 2024.

We are pleased to announce that Ian Douglas, former CTO of Genea, has joined the Planetary Systems AI team as Senior Architect and a core member of PSAI’s Engineering and Dev team.

“With Ian’s comprehensive experience and proven capability in leading and scaling up the Production and Operations for high tech products, Ian will steer Planetary Systems AI technical architecture and focus on establishing the company’s scalable AI and groundbreaking machine learning solutions,” says CEO & Chief Space Officer Cindy Chin. “He is a respected leader in delivery and operational excellence; ensuring effective and controlled management of all program deliverables. Ian’s experience building out ioT and enterprise systems at scale for Fortune 100 companies is highly valuable and needed in the commercial space and satellite industry. We couldn’t be more thrilled to have Ian come on board as our lead architect. Congratulations Ian in the new role and welcome!”

We’re sharing proud kudos to Aquarious Workman, CISM, our Head of Cybersecurity, who is busy preparing Planetary Systems AI for compliance with the DoD’s CMMC 2.0 standards and industry best practices:

Via Satellite today named Aquarious to their Rising Stars of 2024 , a cohort of young professionals making their mark in the space industry.

 “We are proud of Aquarious and his tremendous contributions already to the U.S. Department of Defense as well as the space and defense industries with his service to this nation. He is a leader in the field of cybersecurity and dual-use technologies,” said CEO & Chief Space Officer Cindy Chin, FRSA. “This award exemplifies those contributions and his portfolio of work with prime contractors and here with us at PSAI leading our cyber-first efforts.” 

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