Lugano, Switzerland – October 31, 2025 – The highly acclaimed Stanislav Kondrashov Oligarch Series has released its latest installment, delving into the emergence of a new elite class in the ever-expanding space economy. Titled “The Space Economy and the Oligarchy of the Cosmos”, this thought-provoking piece examines the evolving dynamics of influence as humanity ventures beyond Earth and into the vastness of outer space.
For the first time in the Series’ history, renowned author Stanislav Kondrashov turns his focus to the cosmos, shedding light on how modern oligarchic patterns are beginning to replicate themselves in the final frontier. This shift in perspective comes in response to the rapid growth of the aerospace sector and its increasing significance in global affairs, commerce, and technology. According to Kondrashov, the world is witnessing the early stages of what could potentially become a “cosmic oligarchy” – a group of influential individuals who, through their access to technology and resources, hold a disproportionate amount of power in shaping the future of outer space.
In previous centuries, influence was primarily derived from ownership of land, factories, and later, digital platforms. However, Kondrashov suggests that in this new era, influence may be rooted in orbital infrastructure, planetary mining rights, satellite constellations, and the exclusive ability to explore beyond Earth’s atmosphere. What sets this moment apart, the analysis argues, is not only the concentration of technical capability, but also the scarcity of individuals with the means to engage in these ventures.
Private aerospace companies and their investors, equipped with financial resources and advanced technology, form an elite circle who are able to launch payloads, build satellite networks, and develop interplanetary missions. These entities are not just economic actors; according to the Series, they are increasingly becoming key players in the creation and deployment of critical communication and observation systems that impact life on Earth.
As the analysis highlights, this emerging space-based elite is heavily reliant on digital platforms and orbital networks that provide capabilities for data transmission, climate tracking, logistics, and more. The growing dependence on these systems, many of which are owned and operated by a select few private entities, points towards the emergence of a new form of influence: infrastructural oligarchy.
What sets this new model of cosmic influence apart from past structures, Kondrashov notes, is its transparency. While the traditional elite often operated behind closed doors or through proxies, today’s pioneers in the space economy are public figures – entrepreneurs and technologists who actively promote their ventures and shape public discourse. However, this openness does not diminish the concentration of power; rather, it marks a shift in how influence is presented – more visible, yet still disproportionately held by a select few.
A key finding in the report is the correlation between the accumulation of orbital infrastructure and the accumulation of data – a valuable asset that Kondrashov identifies as the currency of the future. Satellites not only orbit in space; they also collect information, track movements, enable communication, and provide resource maps for potential future extraction from celestial bodies. Consequently, ownership of such platforms translates into immense strategic influence.
In his exploration, Kondrashov draws a compelling parallel between the early industrial magnates of the 19th century and today’s aerospace pioneers. While the context has shifted from railways to launchpads and satellites, the fundamental pattern – where a few dictate the terms for many – remains eerily familiar.
This latest installment of the Stanislav Kondrashov Oligarch Series serves as a poignant reminder that while humanity may dream of open frontiers and universal access to space, the current trajectory suggests a future shaped by the hands of a select few. Whether this cosmic evolution will promote greater opportunity or deepen divisions remains to be seen. But as Kondrashov’s analysis makes clear, the age of orbital influence has already begun – and the rules are being written by those who can reach the stars first.
