The Rise of Space Unicorns: Billion-Dollar Startups in Orbit
Billion-dollar startups, once a rarity, are becoming increasingly common in the evolving space industry, signaling a shift in orbital markets.
Editorial Staff Jun 7
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Eric Prydz Delivers a 5-Hour Live Set at Club Space Miami
Join Eric Prydz for an extensive live mix from Club Space in Miami, showcasing a 5-hour musical journey that captivates listeners.
Editorial Staff Jun 7
NASA Considers Hubble Reboost Amid Cost Concerns
NASA is contemplating a reboost for the Hubble Space Telescope, but this initiative depends on the possibility of reducing operational costs.
Editorial Staff Jun 7
Analyzing the Potential Impact of SpaceX's IPO on Investment Strategies
As SpaceX prepares for its IPO, investors may wonder how this development could influence their index funds and overall investment strategies.
Editorial Staff Jun 6
Comparing Vanguard ETFs: VTI and VOO's Potential SpaceX Investments
An analysis of how two Vanguard ETFs, VTI and VOO, may approach investing in SpaceX following its anticipated IPO.
Editorial Staff Jun 6
NASA Directs ISS Astronauts to Seek Shelter Amid Russian Repair Concerns
Due to worries over Russian repairs, NASA has instructed astronauts aboard the ISS to take refuge in a Crew Dragon spacecraft, citing an 'elevated risk' to the station.
Editorial Staff Jun 6
Google Enters $30 Billion Agreement with SpaceX for AI Computing Resources
In a significant move, Google has finalized a $30 billion deal with SpaceX to lease AI computing power, committing to monthly payments of $920 million until June 2029.
Editorial Staff Jun 6
NASA Achieves Milestone with Supersonic Test Flight
NASA has successfully completed its first supersonic test flight, marking a significant achievement after a rigorous testing schedule that included 16 flights over 90 days.
Editorial Staff Jun 6
SpaceX's Upcoming IPO: A Potential Game-Changer for Wealth Creation
The anticipated IPO of SpaceX may lead to wealth generation on an unprecedented scale, potentially outpacing the total impact of the past two decades of IPOs.
Editorial Staff Jun 6
New X-ray Telescope Aims to Map Moon's Chemical Composition
A new lightweight X-ray telescope may enable scientists to create a comprehensive chemical map of the Moon, revealing its hidden composition.
Editorial Staff Jun 6
SpaceX Secures 100% Property Tax Exemption for New Texas Factory Amid Valuation Goals
As SpaceX sets its sights on a staggering $1.77 trillion valuation, the company has obtained a full property tax exemption for its upcoming factory in Texas, marking a significant financial milestone.
Editorial Staff Jun 6
Tesla's Roadster Demo Delayed Again, Now Set for August
The highly anticipated demonstration of Tesla's Roadster, featuring a SpaceX thruster system, has been postponed to August as it remains untested publicly.
Editorial Staff Jun 5
SpaceX Enters $30 Billion Agreement with Google for Computing Resources
In a significant move, SpaceX has signed a $30 billion deal to lease computing capacity to Google, coinciding with its upcoming IPO.
Editorial Staff Jun 5
MIT's Lunar Power Project Takes Top Prize in NASA Competition
In a significant achievement, MIT's project on lunar integrated power systems has been awarded first place in NASA's 2026 RASC-AL competition, showcasing innovation in aerospace education.
Editorial Staff Jun 5
Astronauts on the International Space Station Face Evacuation Orders Amid Uncertain Conditions
As evacuation orders are issued for astronauts aboard the International Space Station, the challenges of leaving their unique habitat in space raise significant concerns.
Editorial Staff Jun 5
Leaf Space Introduces TreeNet for Enhanced Space Communications
On May 27, 2026, Leaf Space announced its new connectivity service, TreeNet, in partnership with D-Orbit and EnduroSat, aimed at improving space communications.
Editorial Staff Jun 5
SpaceX's Absence in Current FCC Auction Raises Questions for Telecom Stocks
As SpaceX appears unlikely to participate in the ongoing FCC spectrum auction, analysts speculate on its potential future involvement and the implications for telecom stocks.
Editorial Staff Jun 5
Axiom Space Secures Over $175 Million in New Funding
Axiom Space has announced a significant boost to its funding, with Japan's largest bank joining the investment round, totaling more than $175 million.
Editorial Staff Jun 5
House Armed Services Committee Questions Space Force Satellite Initiatives
The House Armed Services Committee is pushing to maintain a missile-warning satellite program that the Pentagon plans to eliminate, alongside concerns over satellite procurement and GPS oversight.
Editorial Staff Jun 4
China Advances Space Computing with New Institutional Framework
In a significant move, China is creating an industrial policy framework aimed at developing space-based computing infrastructure, supported by influential coordinating bodies.
Editorial Staff Jun 4