Imagine being able to track your assets, sensors, or devices—anywhere in the world—without Wi-Fi, cell towers, or bulky hardware. That’s exactly what Hubble Network is working toward, and they’ve just taken a massive leap forward.
The Seattle-based startup, which made headlines last year by becoming the first to establish a direct Bluetooth connection with a satellite, is now gearing up for the next phase of its bold mission: building a Bluetooth-powered global tracking network that works from space. Think of it as Apple’s Find My network—scaled up for global enterprise use across logistics, infrastructure, defense, and more.
The magic behind this upgrade? A cutting-edge phased-array receiver designed by Hubble, which will ride into orbit on two of Muon Space’s giant new MuSat XL satellites in 2027. These high-performance spacecraft will be able to detect Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) signals using 30x less power than current systems—a game-changer for devices on Earth that rely on long battery life.
Even better, the only thing companies need to connect? A standard Bluetooth chipset and a simple firmware update. No need for expensive or specialized hardware. Once online, devices can be tracked nearly anywhere, from bustling cities to the remotest backroads—no infrastructure needed.
Hubble plans to expand from its current 7-satellite fleet to a whopping 60 satellites by 2028, with Muon Space acting as the powerhouse behind the scenes. Thanks to a fresh $146 million funding round, Muon is ramping up its production facility to crank out over 500 satellites a year by 2027.
In short: Hubble focuses on building the global Bluetooth network. Muon handles the spacecraft, mission control, and infrastructure. Together, they’re redefining how devices stay connected on a planetary scale. And if their timelines hold up, “lost” might just become a thing of the past.
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