SpaceX: News
Space Exploration Technologies Corp. or simply SpaceX is an aerospace manufacturer founded by technology entrepreneur Elon Musk. It was established in 2002 keeping in mind the colonization of Mars, but at a reduced space transportation cost. Headquartered in California, this private company is set to see its first manned space flight taking off for the International Space Station on May 27. The mission named Demo-2 will have NASA astronauts Bob Behnken and Doug Hurley aboard its spacecraft, the Crew Dragon. If it happens, it’s going to bring a revolution in the domain of space privatization. SpaceX is also the largest commercial satellite constellation operator globally with the third launch of the Starlink project in January this year.
SpaceX's Starship might make a trip to Uranus possible
The 2022 Decadal Survey by the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine (NASEM) has identified Uranus as the top priority for space exploration.
Musk's SpaceX settles trespassing lawsuit with Cards Against Humanity
Cards Against Humanity, the popular party game company, has settled its trespassing lawsuit against SpaceX.
Why NASA might drop SpaceX from upcoming Moon landing mission
NASA has announced its decision to reopen the bidding process for its flagship US Moon landing contract.
Starlink satellites burning up in atmosphere daily raise environmental concerns
SpaceX's Starlink project, which operates the largest satellite constellation in history with over 6,000 satellites in low-Earth orbit, is facing scrutiny from scientists.
This is the smallest AI supercomputer ever made
NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang has personally delivered the company's latest innovation, DGX Spark, to Elon Musk at SpaceX's Starbase facility in Texas.
US Congress probes Elon Musk's Starlink over Myanmar scam centers
The United States Congress has launched an investigation into Elon Musk's Starlink satellite service for its alleged role in providing internet access to Myanmar scam centers.
SpaceX's Starship Flight 11 success paves way for upgraded prototype
Elon Musk's SpaceX has successfully completed the 11th test flight of its Starship rocket.
SpaceX's Starship 11th flight test today: When, how to watch
SpaceX is gearing for the 11th flight test of Starship today, October 13. The launch window will open at 6:15 pm CT (4:45 am IST on October 14).
India's biggest private satellite 'Drishti' to be launched next year
Bengaluru-based space-tech start-up GalaxEye is gearing up to launch India's biggest privately built commercial satellite, "Drishti."
Did Musk's SpaceX receive money from Chinese investors?
Elon Musk's aerospace company SpaceX has received direct investments from Chinese investors, a recently unsealed testimony has revealed.
SpaceX's Falcon 9 rocket launched for 125th time this year
SpaceX has achieved another milestone by launching its Falcon 9 rocket for the 125th time this year.
OpenAI overtakes SpaceX as world's most valuable start-up at $500B
OpenAI has surpassed Elon Musk's SpaceX to become the world's most valuable start-up, following a secondary share sale at a whopping $500 billion valuation, according to Bloomberg.
Elon Musk becomes first person with $500B net worth
Elon Musk has become the first person in history to reach a net worth of over $500 billion, according to Forbes.
SpaceX's Starship Flight 11 set for October 13
SpaceX has announced the date for its next Starship mission, Flight 11. The launch is scheduled for October 13 from SpaceX's Starbase in South Texas.
SpaceX launches 28 new Starlink satellites, boosts internet coverage
SpaceX has successfully launched a batch of 28 new Starlink satellites into low Earth orbit.
Haven-1: World's 1st commercial space station to launch next year
Vast Space, a California-based company, is gearing up to launch Haven-1, the world's first commercial space station.
NASA selects 10 new astronauts for Moon and Mars missions
NASA has announced the induction of 10 new astronauts into its elite corps.
NASA's 2027 Moon mission at risk amid SpaceX's Starship delays
SpaceX's Starship Human Landing System (HLS), a specialized variant of the standard Starship spacecraft, is facing delays in its development.
China could surpass US in space race within 10 years
A new report by Arizona State University research analyst Jonathan Roll has raised alarms over the rapid progress of China's space program.
SpaceX Starship launches to continue as court dismisses environmental objections
A US district court has given the green light for SpaceX's Starship rocket operations in South Texas.
OpenAI hires former xAI CFO amid Altman-Musk rivalry
OpenAI has appointed Mike Liberatore, the former Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of Elon Musk's xAI, as its new Business Finance Officer.
SpaceX launches new cargo spacecraft on its first ISS mission
Northrop Grumman's newly designed Cygnus XL spacecraft was successfully launched to the International Space Station (ISS) on a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket.
SpaceX to launch Northrop Grumman's largest-ever cargo ship today
SpaceX is all set to launch Northrop Grumman's largest-ever cargo ship, the Cygnus XL, on September 14.
SpaceX completes 300th Starlink mission, adds new batch of satellites
SpaceX has achieved a milestone by launching its 300th Starlink mission, sending another 24 satellites into orbit.
Tesla sued for hiring H-1B visa holders over US citizens
Tesla, the electric vehicle company led by Elon Musk, has been accused of favoring H-1B visa holders over American citizens in its hiring and firing practices.
SpaceX strengthens Starlink network with $17B spectrum deal
Elon Musk's SpaceX has signed a massive deal worth some $17 billion with EchoStar, an American telecommunications company.
SpaceX completes Super Heavy static fire before Starship flight 11
SpaceX has successfully conducted a static test fire of its Super Heavy booster, gearing up for the 11th flight of the Starship rocket.
Tesla proposes record $1 trillion compensation for CEO Elon Musk
Tesla has proposed a new compensation plan for its CEO, Elon Musk. The package, worth nearly $1 trillion, is unprecedented in corporate America.
JetBlue partners with Amazon to bring gigabit Wi-Fi in flight
Amazon's Project Kuiper has signed a deal with JetBlue to improve its in-flight internet service. This is the first time Amazon has partnered with an airline company.
Musk's AI firm loses CFO amid executive exodus
Mike Liberatore, the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of xAI, has left the company after a brief stint.
Megan McArthur, first woman to pilot SpaceX Dragon, retires
Megan McArthur, a trailblazing NASA astronaut who made history as the first woman to pilot a SpaceX Dragon spacecraft, has announced her retirement from the space agency.
TikTok owner ByteDance's valuation tops $330B via employee share buyback
ByteDance, the parent company of TikTok, is gearing up for a new employee share buyback. The move would value the Chinese tech giant at over $330 billion.
Indian start-ups Pixxel, Dhruva Space launch satellites aboard SpaceX rocket
Bengaluru-based start-up Pixxel Space and Hyderabad's Dhruva Space have successfully launched their satellites on Elon Musk-led SpaceX's Falcon 9 rocket.
SpaceX's Starship aces 10th test flight after repeated setbacks
SpaceX's Starship, the largest and most powerful rocket ever built, has successfully completed its 10th test flight.
SpaceX delays Starship launch for 2nd time in 2 days
SpaceX has postponed the launch of its massive Starship rocket from Texas once again, this time due to unfavorable weather conditions.
SpaceX cancels Starship launch minutes before lift off: Here's why
SpaceX has canceled the 10th test flight of its Starship megarocket owing to ground system issues.
SpaceX Dragon launches with 2,270kg of supplies for ISS
SpaceX successfully launched its CRS-33 resupply mission today with a cargo load of about 2,270kg bound for the International Space Station (ISS).
SpaceX's Starship Flight 10 launches today: How to watch
SpaceX is gearing up for the launch of its 10th Starship mission on Sunday.
'Macrohard': Musk's new venture to create Microsoft-style software using AI
Elon Musk has announced his latest venture, "Macrohard," which aims to use artificial intelligence (AI) to simulate software companies like Microsoft.
Starship launch: Florida flights might get delayed by 2 hours
SpaceX's plan to launch its massive Starship rocket from Kennedy Space Center in Florida could result in significant disruptions to air travel.
SpaceX's Starship 10 launch on August 24: What to expect
SpaceX is gearing up for the 10th flight of its massive Starship rocket. The launch is targeted for Sunday, August 24, from SpaceX's Starbase facility in Texas.
Musk's SpaceX doesn't pay federal taxes, thanks to Trump
Despite receiving billions of dollars in federal investments over its two-decade-long existence, Elon Musk's SpaceX has paid little to no federal taxes.
Trump's new rocket rules give Musk, Bezos a major lift
US President Donald Trump has signed an executive order relaxing environmental regulations for commercial space companies.
4 astronauts return to Earth after 5 months in space
An international crew of four astronauts has safely returned to Earth today, after spending nearly five months aboard the International Space Station (ISS).
NASA's Crew-11 docks with ISS: Why it matters, what's next?
NASA and SpaceX successfully launched their latest science mission, Crew-11, sending four astronauts to the International Space Station (ISS).
SpaceX launches Crew-11 mission to ISS with 4 astronauts
SpaceX has successfully launched its Crew-11 mission, sending four astronauts to the International Space Station (ISS) for a six-month-long science and technology expedition.
Why SpaceX has been sued by ex-employees in the US
SpaceX is facing two separate lawsuits from former employees in the US, both of whom claim they were wrongfully terminated after raising safety concerns.
'Pretentious, low-accountability term': Musk drops 'researcher' title at xAI
Elon Musk, the founder of xAI, has announced that his firm will no longer use the job title "researcher" for his employees.
After recent failures, SpaceX's Starship flight 10 set for August
SpaceX CEO Elon Musk has announced that the company's Starship rocket will undertake its 10th test flight in August.
Musk's satellite internet goes dark: What caused Starlink's global outage?
Elon Musk's satellite internet service, Starlink, suffered a major global outage last night. The disruption left tens of thousands of users unable to connect to the internet.