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Elon Musk's business empire braces for Democratic wave as Texas flips blue
Elon Musk's nearly $500 million campaign to support Republicans failed as Democrats reclaimed both chambers of Congress and flipped Texas' governorship. The results could expose his businesses, including SpaceX and Tesla, to greater congressional scrutiny, tighter data-centre regulations and potential hurdles for expansion plans under incoming Texas Governor Gina Hinojosa.
Tesla stock price today: Why TSLA falls as Democrats’ midterm election win puts Elon Musk’s AI data center plans at risk
Tesla stock (TSLA) fell as Democrats’ midterm victories raised concerns about AI data center expansion, particularly in Texas. Analyst Dan Ives warned that political hurdles could slow planned projects, while Elon Musk floated the idea of space-based data centers as investors weighed the outlook for his AI ambitions.
SpaceX to build $100 billion Starship rocket complex in Louisiana
The company's second Starbase campus will eventually launch thousands of Starship flights a year, SpaceX President Gwynne Shotwell said, reiterating its goals for an ambitious cadence contingent on solving steep engineering challenges and regulatory hurdles.
Elon Musk becomes world's first trillionaire, but lives in a 20x20-foot home with an almost empty fridge
Elon Musk has achieved a historic milestone, becoming the world's first trillionaire. This unprecedented wealth follows SpaceX's successful stock market debut. Despite his immense fortune, Musk reportedly lives in a small 400-square-foot home in Texas. His lifestyle prioritizes ambitious projects over personal luxury, a stark contrast to his record-breaking financial status.
What is Starbase and who will run it? Elon Musk's new city in Texas explained
The area where Elon Musk's SpaceX company operates on the southern tip of Texas is to officially become a city called Starbase. This weekend, residents voted to approve an incorporating a patch of land as the new municipality. Elon Musk is developing a new city in Texas, which is coming up in the area where SpaceX operates.
SpaceX’s Starbase gets the green light from voters: Elon Musk’s Texas dream city becomes reality
Elon Musk Starbase City: Starbase, Texas, is now officially a city after residents of Boca Chica Village voted overwhelmingly in favour of incorporation. Driven by Elon Musk’s vision, the area—home to SpaceX’s rocket launch base—secured city status following a ballot where 212 voted for and 6 against. The newly formed city council, composed entirely of SpaceX staff, will oversee local governance. While supporters cite economic gains, critics voice concerns over environmental impact and public beach access as corporate power reshapes civic life in South Texas.
Elon Musk's Starbase on its way to becoming a Texas city after lopsided early voting results
SpaceX's South Texas facility, poised to become the city of Starbase, anticipates near-certain approval from local voters, largely SpaceX employees. This move grants Musk greater control, potentially impacting beach access for launches, sparking concerns from critics. Proposed legislation aims to shift authority to the new city and increase launch frequency, met with environmental justice protests.
Will SpaceX have its own city? South Texas votes on Elon Musk’s dream of ‘Starbase’
South Texas residents will vote on making SpaceX's site an official city named Starbase. This move could grant Elon Musk greater control over the area. Concerns exist about beach access and local authority. SpaceX seeks more launches, requiring beach closures. Critics want the county to retain control. Protests are planned as the polls close.
SpaceX gears up for another Starship launch with major mission milestones on the list
SpaceX is preparing for another test flight of its massive Starship spacecraft from Boca Chica, Texas. The mission, scheduled for Monday, aims to advance key objectives, including booster recovery, payload deployment, and an orbital burn test. As SpaceX pushes forward with its goal of enabling deep-space travel, this launch will be a critical step in refining the Starship system for future crewed missions to the Moon and Mars.
Musk country: Over 4400 acres of prime real estate worth $3.4 billion in Texas; this is what the world's richest man's properties look like
Elon Musk, the world's richest man, has significantly expanded his real estate holdings in Texas, amassing over 4,400 acres valued at approximately $3.4 billion.
SpaceX's Starship to deploy mock satellites in next test
SpaceX, led by Elon Musk, announced that its upcoming Starship flight will showcase the rocket's initial attempt to deploy payloads by releasing 10 model Starlink satellites in space. This test is crucial for demonstrating Starship’s capabilities in the satellite launch market, as well as expanding SpaceX's Starlink network.
Elon Musk wants to transform SpaceX's Starbase into a Texas city. But there's a hurdle
Elon Musk said on social media platform X on Thursday that the SpaceX headquarters will now officially be in the city of Starbase, Texas. But the idea is not completely new. In 2021, Musk posted on social media, creating the city of Starbase, Texas, with no other context or follow-up.
Watch: SpaceX shares stunning video showing Super Heavy Booster caught by launch tower
SpaceX has released new footage showing the first-time capture of its Super Heavy booster by the launch tower's mechanical arms. This significant milestone in their fifth test flight of the Starship rocket marks progress towards developing a fully reusable rocket system crucial for NASA's moon missions. Engineers called it a historic achievement as the booster landed safely.
SpaceX's Starship rocket successfully launched in fifth test flight with new groundbreaking booster landing attempt
SpaceX launched its giant Starship rocket from Texas on Sunday. This was the fifth test flight. The Super Heavy first stage booster lifted at 7:25 a.m. CT. It aims to bring the rocket’s booster back using robotic arms. The second stage rocket is bound for the Indian Ocean, attempting atmospheric reentry and a water landing. With a contract worth approximately $4 billion from NASA, Starship plays a vital role in the Artemis program, aiming to return humans to the Moon.
Starship Rocket by SpaceX Reaches Space: Here Is Why the Rocket was Intentionally Destroyed Mid-Flight
On Saturday, SpaceX initiated the second flight of its Starship rocket, marking new milestones in the development of this colossal vehicle led by Elon Musk's company. The liftoff occurred a few minutes past 8 a.m. ET from the Starbase facility located near Boca Chica, Texas.
Musk says SpaceX Starship rocket launch slipping to later in April
Elon Musk, CEO of SpaceX, said that the key Starship Super Heavy rocket launch test is likely to happen later this month, as opposed to earlier reports this week. The Starship rocket is scheduled to lift off from SpaceX's facilities in Boca Chica, Texas, marking the first launch of the fully stacked 394-foot tall rocket system. The FAA issued a revised notice stating that the launch could potentially occur on April 17. SpaceX is still awaiting regulatory approval and a launch license from the FAA.
Musk's SpaceX wins environmental nod for Starship rocket launch
SpaceX cannot launch the orbital test mission without a passing grade from the final PEA. The licence application is still pending.
SpaceX chief Elon Musk 'highly confident' his Starship will reach orbit this year
Musk acknowledged difficulties SpaceX has faced in developing the "Raptor 2" engines for its Super Heavy rocket, a reusable next-generation launch booster designed to carry the Starship spacecraft to orbit. He cited problems with melting inside the thruster chambers of the engines from intense heat.
Ahead of 2022, Elon Musk is already wondering about 'futuristic' 2032 & his space journey to Mars
For Musk, tomorrow looks "futuristic", and possibly also full of space travel.
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