On 3rd.July 2024, the Hong Kong University Laboratory for Space Research held the  event for announcing development of the payload of the first Hummingbird Constellation satellite, capturing the attention of the global community.

During the event, the Deputy Director of the HKU Laboratory for Space Research gave an in-depth explanation of the core technologies and significant advantages of the Hummingbird satellite. The Hummingbird satellite has achieved a groundbreaking advancement in the energy sector, with its innovative energy solutions significantly enhancing energy utilization efficiency. This ensures the satellite’s long-term stable operation in the complex space environment.

However, what is even more noteworthy is the performance leap achieved by the Hummingbird satellite in communication, remote sensing, and navigation enhancement.

In terms of communication, it boasts powerful signal transmission capabilities, enabling ultra-high-speed, low-latency data transmission worldwide, providing unprecedented convenience for information exchange and data sharing.

In the realm of navigation enhancement, the Hummingbird satellite, with its high-precision positioning technology, offers extremely accurate navigation services for various aircraft and ground facilities, making transportation safer and more efficient.

Regarding remote sensing, the satellite captures clear and comprehensive Earth observation datas, bringing significant value to meteorological forecasting, resource exploration, and environmental monitoring.

Below is an image of the Hummingbird payload:

Of particular note is that the release of the Hummingbird payload is not just a technological advancement in satellite technology but also a bold innovation in its integration with blockchain technology. This Hummingbird payload is set to be delivered to the Malaysian company W’R GALAXY, which has been dedicated to the deep exploration and development of satellite services combined with blockchain technology.

W’R GALAXY has keenly recognized the potential of blockchain technology and actively integrates it with satellite technology. Their planned fusion model of physical satellites and online tokens is undoubtedly a disruptive innovation to traditional satellite applications and business models. This novel combination offers new perspectives and solutions for the management, sharing, and trading of satellite data.

By incorporating blockchain’s distributed ledger technology, the vast amount of valuable data generated by the Hummingbird satellite can be stored and managed more securely, transparently, and tamper-proof. This ensures the authenticity and reliability of the data while providing clearer and more effective rights protection for data owners. Additionally, blockchain-based smart contract technology can automate the transaction and distribution of satellite services, significantly enhancing service efficiency and resource utilization.

Moreover, W’R GALAXY’s planned token economic model injects new vitality into the development of satellite services. The issuance and circulation of tokens will attract more investors and participants, providing ample financial support for the research, operation, and expansion of satellite projects. Additionally, token holders can participate in the ecosystem’s construction, obtaining corresponding rights and returns, thus forming a mutually beneficial and win-win ecological loop.

Over the next 20 weeks, W’R GALAXY will launch token-related ecological mining and issue rights NFTs tied to physical operations, fully constructing the HBIRD ecosystem. Ecological mining will incentivize more users to participate in the maintenance and development of the satellite ecosystem, while rights NFTs endow digital assets related to satellites with unique value and scarcity. Additionally, the company plans to introduce blockchain games at an appropriate time, combining satellite technology with entertainment elements, further expanding the application scenarios and user base of satellite technology.

This innovative integration of satellite technology with blockchain not only brings new development opportunities for W’R GALAXY but also sets a precedent for the entire satellite industry and blockchain sector. It is poised to break down traditional industry barriers and ignite more innovative thinking and collaborative opportunities.

As W’R GALAXY continues to advance its development plans, it will also host a series of vibrant offline events and roadshows in the future. These activities will not only increase the project’s visibility and attract more attention and resources but also infuse more energy and vitality into the physical ecosystem. Through exchanges and collaborations with various sectors, W’R GALAXY will continuously enhance its integrated satellite and blockchain ecosystem, providing global users with higher quality, more efficient, and innovative services.

The collaboration between the Hong Kong University Laboratory for Space Research and W’R GALAXY represents an outstanding example of interdisciplinary and cross-sector cooperation in the field of technology. It not only advances the frontier of satellite technology but also opens up vast opportunities for the application of blockchain technology. We firmly believe that, through collective effort and ongoing innovation from all parties involved, the integration of the Hummingbird satellite with blockchain will bring greater prosperity and progress to human society, ushering in a new era of technology filled with limitless possibilities.