WASHINGTON: A proposed merger between Elon Musk’s SpaceX and artificial intelligence firm xAI could accelerate Musk ambition to deploy AI data centres in space, as competition intensifies in the global race to dominate advanced artificial intelligence. Read More: Jeff Bezos Predicts Space-Based Data Centres Within Decades Space-based AI data centres remain an early-stage concept but are designed […]
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SpaceX targets late 2026 for first uncrewed Starship landing on Mars
SpaceX is aiming to launch its first uncrewed Starship mission to Mars as early as late 2026, marking what could become the first private attempt to reach another planet. The planned timeline takes advantage of rare planetary alignments between Mars and Earth in November and December, which offer the most efficient window for interplanetary travel. […]
Elon Musk’s Starlink now offers free internet access in Iran
Elon Musk’s SpaceX has activated free internet access via its Starlink satellite service for users in Iran, providing a crucial digital lifeline amid the country’s ongoing crackdown on anti-government protests. Read More: SpaceX reports decline in Starlink satellite de-orbits at the end of 2025 According to Ahmad Ahmadian, executive director at the technology nonprofit Holistic […]
NASA astronauts return early from ISS over medical concern
WASHINGTON: Four NASA astronauts will return from the International Space Station (ISS) over a month earlier than planned due to a medical issue affecting one of the crew members. NASA confirmed the astronaut is in stable condition but did not disclose further details, citing privacy concerns. Read More: Stranded Nasa astronauts to return to Earth tomorrow The […]
SpaceX reports decline in Starlink satellite de-orbits at the end of 2025
SpaceX has reported a significant decline in the number of Starlink satellites de-orbited at the end of 2025. According to the company’s semi-annual report submitted to the FCC, de-orbits fell from around 500 to roughly 200, marking a notable reduction compared to the first half of the year. Read More: SpaceX targets 2026 IPO with Musk’s […]
SpaceX final 2025 launch set for COSMO-SkyMed mission
SpaceX is preparing for its final rocket launch of 2025, with the COSMO-SkyMed Second Generation mission scheduled to lift off on December 27, marking the company’s 165th launch of the year. The mission will be carried out using a Falcon 9 rocket, capping off a record-breaking year for Elon Musk’s aerospace company. Read More: SpaceX targets […]
Elon Musk becomes first person worth over $600 billion
Elon Musk has reached an unprecedented financial milestone, becoming the first person in history to amass a net worth exceeding $600 billion. The Tesla and SpaceX chief’s fortune surged following a dramatic revaluation of his aerospace company. Read More: Elon Musk calls for EU to be dismantled after $140 million fine According to Forbes, Musk’s net […]
SpaceX launches Sentinel-6B satellite to monitor rising oceans
VANDENBERG, CALIFORNIA – SpaceX’s Falcon 9 rocket successfully launched the International Sentinel-6B satellite from Vandenberg Space Force Base on a critical mission to track global sea-level rise. The satellite, a twin of the Sentinel-6 Michael Freilich launched in 2020, will deploy advanced radar capable of measuring ocean heights with an accuracy of about one inch […]
NASA considers dropping SpaceX from Artemis III moon mission
WASHINGTON – NASA is urgently exploring backup options for its Artemis III moon landing mission, as delays in SpaceX’s Starship development threaten the agency’s goal of returning astronauts to the lunar surface by 2026. Acting NASA administrator Sean Duffy announced that the agency may move away from SpaceX — its primary partner under a $2.9 […]
SpaceX targets $400 billion valuation in new funding round
SpaceX, led by Elon Musk, is in talks to raise fresh funding that could push its valuation to a staggering $400 billion. If successful, this would make SpaceX the most valuable private company in the world. The funding round includes both primary investment and a secondary share sale, with strong interest reported from institutional investors. […]