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23 hours ago

Science

Rocket Report: Chinese version of Falcon 9 fails; Artemis depends on rapid heavy lift

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Science

If Humans Are Going to Live in Space, What Happens to Sex?

fromwww.theguardian.com

1 hour ago

Congratulations to the Artemis II crew but the case for sending astronauts into space is rapidly shrinking | Martin Rees and Donald Goldsmith

The US and China are racing to send humans to the moon and possibly Mars, with significant investments in lunar exploration.

23 hours ago

Rocket Report: Chinese version of Falcon 9 fails; Artemis depends on rapid heavy lift

Access to space is becoming increasingly strategic and essential for future missions.

fromPsychology Today

If Humans Are Going to Live in Space, What Happens to Sex?

Sexuality is a fundamental aspect of human life that must be addressed for long-term space habitation.

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Redwire CEO: Our 11 Cameras Capture Artemis II Imagery and Monitor Spacecraft Systems

Redwire's cameras on the Orion spacecraft are essential for capturing imagery and monitoring systems during the Artemis II mission.

Toronto startup

fromTESLARATI

SpaceX is keeping the Space Station alive again this weekend

SpaceX will launch Northrop Grumman's Cygnus XL cargo spacecraft on April 11, carrying over 11,000 pounds of supplies to the ISS.

Startup companies

fromFast Company

Inside the SpaceX founder factory-and the race to solve the next generation of impossible problems

Most SpaceX alumni founders shift focus from space to industries like agriculture, construction, and manufacturing, creating a new industrial sector in the U.S.

fromTechCrunch

5 days ago

Can orbital data centers help justify a massive valuation for SpaceX? | TechCrunch

SpaceX plans to raise $75 billion through an IPO, focusing on orbital data centers as a key future initiative.

Venture

Redwire CEO: Our 11 Cameras Capture Artemis II Imagery and Monitor Spacecraft Systems

Redwire's cameras on the Orion spacecraft are essential for capturing imagery and monitoring systems during the Artemis II mission.

Toronto startup

fromTESLARATI

SpaceX is keeping the Space Station alive again this weekend

SpaceX will launch Northrop Grumman's Cygnus XL cargo spacecraft on April 11, carrying over 11,000 pounds of supplies to the ISS.

Startup companies

fromFast Company

Inside the SpaceX founder factory-and the race to solve the next generation of impossible problems

Most SpaceX alumni founders shift focus from space to industries like agriculture, construction, and manufacturing, creating a new industrial sector in the U.S.

fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News

fromTechCrunch

5 days ago

Can orbital data centers help justify a massive valuation for SpaceX? | TechCrunch

SpaceX plans to raise $75 billion through an IPO, focusing on orbital data centers as a key future initiative.

more#spacex

Cars

13 hours ago

The Volvo Cosmic Surfer Has Gravity-Adaptive Wheels Designed For Smooth Driving On The Moon - Yanko Design

Volvo's Cosmic Surfer concept reimagines off-road vehicles for lunar exploration with innovative design and safety features inspired by its long-standing commitment to passenger safety.

The Morning After: Amazon pledges its satellite internet starts this year

Amazon's Leo satellite internet service will launch by mid-2026, promising speeds up to 1Gbps, surpassing current offerings from competitors.

European startups

fromThe Verge

Amazon's Starlink competitor Leo gets a new date

Amazon's Leo space-internet service is set to launch commercially in mid-2026, aiming to provide faster and cheaper connectivity.

Tech industry

fromEngadget

The Morning After: Amazon pledges its satellite internet starts this year

Amazon's Leo satellite internet service will launch by mid-2026, promising speeds up to 1Gbps, surpassing current offerings from competitors.

European startups

fromThe Verge

Amazon's Starlink competitor Leo gets a new date

Amazon's Leo space-internet service is set to launch commercially in mid-2026, aiming to provide faster and cheaper connectivity.

more#amazon

fromBig Think

If life exists on Mars, it's likely hiding - or maybe sleeping

The detection of organic compounds by the Curiosity rover strengthens the case for past life on Mars, suggesting that living organisms may still exist today.

OMG science

A New Theory of Elon Musk

Elon Musk's influence exemplifies a new economic model termed 'Muskism,' reflecting the intertwining of Silicon Valley and state power.

fromwww.npr.org

Big tech's next move is to put data centers in space. Can it work?

Elon Musk plans to launch data centers into orbit to power AI, claiming it will be cheaper than terrestrial AI within a few years.

There's a Blinking Warning Sign for the Data Centers in Space Industry

Elon Musk's plan for space-based data centers faces significant challenges similar to those encountered in previous failed projects.

Elon Musk's Orbital Data Centers Are Staggeringly Huge

Elon Musk plans to deploy up to one million massive solar-powered satellites for orbital data centers to provide AI computing power.

Silicon Valley

fromIntelligencer

A New Theory of Elon Musk

Elon Musk's influence exemplifies a new economic model termed 'Muskism,' reflecting the intertwining of Silicon Valley and state power.

fromwww.npr.org

Big tech's next move is to put data centers in space. Can it work?

Elon Musk plans to launch data centers into orbit to power AI, claiming it will be cheaper than terrestrial AI within a few years.

There's a Blinking Warning Sign for the Data Centers in Space Industry

Elon Musk's plan for space-based data centers faces significant challenges similar to those encountered in previous failed projects.

Elon Musk's Orbital Data Centers Are Staggeringly Huge

Elon Musk plans to deploy up to one million massive solar-powered satellites for orbital data centers to provide AI computing power.

"Uncanny Valley": OpenAI and Musk Fight Again; DOJ Mishandles Voter Data; Artemis II Comes Home

OpenAI and Elon Musk's legal feud intensifies alongside SpaceX's IPO, while concerns arise over voter data handling and excitement builds for Artemis II's launch.

#nasa

Exercise

The Moon Astronauts Have Been Working Out With a NASA Rowing Machine in Space

fromMashable

Digital life

NASA's Artemis II crew is already going viral from space

fromwww.dw.com

fromwww.scientificamerican.com

Science

NASA's billion-dollar space race goes into overdrive

OMG science

NASA's Dragonfly will go where no nuclear-powered rotorcraft has gone before

8 hours ago

Four astronauts are back home after a daring ride around the Moon

NASA's Orion spacecraft successfully returned from its first Moon mission in 54 years, safely splashing down in the Pacific Ocean with four astronauts.

fromwww.mediaite.com

Trump Call to Astronauts Goes Viral After Awkward, Minute-Long Pause: Quick Comms Check'

A live call between Trump and NASA's Artemis II crew featured a minute-long silence, leading to viral reactions and speculation about the astronauts' response.

Exercise

The Moon Astronauts Have Been Working Out With a NASA Rowing Machine in Space

NASA's Orion spacecraft uses a compact exercise device to maintain astronaut health during its Moon mission despite limited space.

Digital life

fromMashable

NASA's Artemis II crew is already going viral from space

Astronauts on the Artemis II mission are using iPhones to document their journey to the moon, creating social media content.

fromwww.dw.com

NASA's billion-dollar space race goes into overdrive

NASA's Artemis II mission cost approximately $93 billion, raising questions about the value of space exploration compared to its scientific and material benefits.

fromwww.scientificamerican.com

NASA's Dragonfly will go where no nuclear-powered rotorcraft has gone before

NASA's Dragonfly mission will explore Titan, Saturn's largest moon, using a nuclear-powered octocopter to search for signs of extraterrestrial life.

8 hours ago

Four astronauts are back home after a daring ride around the Moon

NASA's Orion spacecraft successfully returned from its first Moon mission in 54 years, safely splashing down in the Pacific Ocean with four astronauts.

fromwww.mediaite.com

OMG science

Trump Call to Astronauts Goes Viral After Awkward, Minute-Long Pause: Quick Comms Check'

Snap is sticking with Qualcomm for its next AR glasses

Snap's consumer AR glasses, powered by Qualcomm's Snapdragon XR chip, are set to launch this year after years of development.

Roam Research

fromTelecompetitor

Second half of 2025 good for digital divide and Starlink: Ookla report

Starlink service significantly improved broadband access, reducing the digital divide in many states during the second half of last year.

#nvidia

Artificial intelligence

Nvidia Heads to the Final Frontier: Stakes Claim to the $1.8 Trillion Space Economy

Nvidia is expanding its AI technology into space, enhancing lunar imaging and analysis through partnerships with Planet Labs and Firefly Aerospace.

Venture

NVIDIA Chips are Going to Space. Could the Stock Be Next?

Nvidia is developing space-based data centers, leveraging orbital computing for AI and 5G connectivity as the corporate space race intensifies.

Artificial intelligence

Nvidia Heads to the Final Frontier: Stakes Claim to the $1.8 Trillion Space Economy

Nvidia is expanding its AI technology into space, enhancing lunar imaging and analysis through partnerships with Planet Labs and Firefly Aerospace.

Venture

NVIDIA Chips are Going to Space. Could the Stock Be Next?

Nvidia is developing space-based data centers, leveraging orbital computing for AI and 5G connectivity as the corporate space race intensifies.

more#nvidia

fromTNW | Amazon

21 hours ago

Amazon Leo targets mid-2026 commercial launch as enterprise beta goes live

Amazon received Federal Communications Commission approval for a 3,236-satellite low-earth-orbit constellation in 2020, spending five years building the necessary hardware and partnerships to create a commercially viable service.

European startups

fromTelecompetitor

Motorola and T-Mobile partner to provide satellite connectivity for first responders

"We're proud to work with T-Mobile to seamlessly broaden the reach of first responders' trusted communication lifeline - their radios," said Mahesh Saptharishi, executive vice president and chief technology officer of Motorola Solutions.

Roam Research

Toronto startup

Intel Rises 3% as SpaceX, Tesla, and xAI Tap Chip Giant for Ambitious TeraFab Project

Intel's stock rose 3% after partnering with SpaceX, Tesla, and xAI on the TeraFab semiconductor initiative.

#artemis-ii

OMG science

The Artemis Astronauts Are Studs

fromEngadget

Science

The Artemis II astronauts are back after a 10-day journey around the moon

fromDefector

It's Time For The Scariest Part Of Artemis | Defector

Artemis II's Earth return is critical due to previous heat shield damage during Artemis I, raising concerns about reentry safety.

1 hour ago

Science

Artemis II astronauts struggle to walk as gravity hits after landing

NASA's Artemis II makes triumphant return to Earth

NASA's Artemis II crew successfully completed a historic moon mission, splashing down in the Pacific Ocean after a ten-day journey.

fromwww.aljazeera.com

9 hours ago

Artemis II splashdown: Astronauts return to Earth after lunar mission

NASA's Artemis II crew successfully completed a historic mission, landing in the Pacific Ocean after a journey around the Moon.

The Artemis Astronauts Are Studs

Christina Koch's journey on Artemis II rekindles excitement for human space flight, showcasing the courage of astronauts venturing into the unknown.

fromEngadget

The Artemis II astronauts are back after a 10-day journey around the moon

The Orion capsule of Artemis II successfully splashed down after a 10-day lunar mission, marking a significant step towards future lunar exploration.

fromDefector

It's Time For The Scariest Part Of Artemis | Defector

Artemis II's Earth return is critical due to previous heat shield damage during Artemis I, raising concerns about reentry safety.

1 hour ago

Artemis II astronauts struggle to walk as gravity hits after landing

Artemis II astronauts successfully returned to Earth after a historic moon mission, showing some difficulty walking due to microgravity effects.

NASA's Artemis II makes triumphant return to Earth

NASA's Artemis II crew successfully completed a historic moon mission, splashing down in the Pacific Ocean after a ten-day journey.

fromwww.aljazeera.com

9 hours ago

Artemis II splashdown: Astronauts return to Earth after lunar mission

NASA's Artemis II crew successfully completed a historic mission, landing in the Pacific Ocean after a journey around the Moon.

Planet Labs, Rocket Lab, ASTS: Why UFO ETF Is the Boldest Space Bet in 2026

UFO is a high-risk investment focused on the commercialization of space, significantly outperforming the S&P 500 year-to-date.

European startups

fromwww.nytimes.com

3 weeks ago

The Apps You Need for Your Next Trip Abroad

Using local ride-hailing apps can provide better service and prices when traveling abroad.

fromInc

A Jar of Nutella Went to Space. The Brand's Response Is a Stellar Marketing Lesson

Nutella capitalized on NASA's Artemis II mission by promoting its brand through social media and a space-themed giveaway, resulting in a significant increase in brand mentions.

What the Astronauts See That Trump Cannot

The film then reversed the trick and zoomed back toward that Chicago couple and into their bodies to show the equally breathtaking world of our insides, down to the molecular and atomic level.

OMG science

The Artemis II mission has ended. Where does NASA go from here?

The Artemis II mission marks humanity's return to deep space, but greater challenges lie ahead for future missions.

NASA's $700 Million Mars Network -- Why Rocket Lab Is at the Front of the Line

NASA plans Mars sample returns and crewed landings by the 2030s, relying on the Mars Telecommunications Network for communication support.

fromInside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs

Student-Built Instruments Head to Space

Undergraduate research from College of Charleston is contributing instruments to the International Space Station, marking a significant achievement for the students and the institution.

A Different Moon From the One We've Known

The Artemis mission provides a new, detailed view of the moon, contrasting with past perceptions from the Apollo era.

NASA almost cut cameras from Artemis moon mission, exec says

Cameras were essential for the Artemis mission, allowing the public to experience humanity's return to deep space visually.

A Different Moon From the One We've Known

The Artemis mission provides a new, detailed view of the moon, contrasting with past perceptions from the Apollo era.

NASA almost cut cameras from Artemis moon mission, exec says

Cameras were essential for the Artemis mission, allowing the public to experience humanity's return to deep space visually.

How to watch the Artemis II astronauts return to Earth

The Orion capsule is set to land after a record-breaking mission, facing risks due to a known heat shield flaw.

Gadgets

fromTheregister

2 months ago

Smartphones cleared for launch as NASA loosens the rulebook

Smartphones, likely iPhones, will accompany Crew-12 and Artemis II astronauts after expedited qualification, raising testing and electromagnetic interference concerns.

fromwww.aljazeera.com

Artemis II splashdown: When it lands, risks and how to watch live

Orion spacecraft will splash down in the Pacific Ocean on April 11, marking a critical stage in NASA's Artemis II mission.

fromDefector

Why We Fly | Defector

Artemis missions symbolize the beginning of cosmic exploration while emphasizing the importance of Earth and human connections.

Launching 50,000 mirrors into space will 'significantly' disrupt sleep

The proposed scale of orbital deployment would represent a significant alteration of the natural night-time light environment at a planetary scale.

Science

The Moon Astronauts Just Broke the Record for the Farthest Any Human Has Ever Traveled From Earth

The Artemis 2 mission has set a new record for the farthest distance humans have traveled from Earth, reaching 252,760 miles.

fromFortune

Billionaire NASA chief who's been to space twice says critics of billionaire space travel are 'outright wrong.' | Fortune

I'm grateful for folks like Elon Musk, and Jeff Bezos, and Sir Richard Branson that have put their resources on the line for a capability for the good of all humankind right now.

Science

fromWIRED

5 days ago

5 Mysteries That the Artemis Missions to the Moon Could Finally Solve

The moon is more complex than previously thought, with many mysteries to be explored through upcoming Artemis missions.

fromTNW | Artificial-Intelligence

Space data centres: SpaceX and Blue Origin race to orbit while scientists question the physics

AI data centers may move to orbit for unlimited solar power, but significant technical challenges remain.

fromSilicon Canals

SpaceX, Amazon, and Google want data centers in orbit - four engineering barriers stand in the way - Silicon Canals

The race for orbital data centers is about controlling the future of computing on Earth, not just computing in space.

fromwww.scientificamerican.com

SpaceX Starlink satellite suffers mysterious anomaly' in orbit

A Starlink satellite experienced an anomaly, creating debris, but poses no risk to the ISS or NASA's Artemis II mission.