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'Still feels like science fiction': Google CEO Sundar Pichai hails SpaceX's Starship as it completes first-ever mid-air catch on return from orbit
SpaceX achieved a historic milestone by successfully catching its Starship spacecraft upright after a return from orbit. The spacecraft launched from Starbase in Texas and completed a mission that included deploying satellites. After reaching orbit, the Starship re-entered Earth's atmosphere and performed a controlled descent. It landed in the mechanical arms of its launch tower, named Mechazilla, completing the unprecedented maneuver.
SpaceX's Starship returns from orbit and is captured by launch pad arms in a dramatic first
SpaceX's Starship made a significant return to Earth after completing its mission in space. The spacecraft was caught midair by mechanical arms, marking a historic achievement for the team. Despite this success, the first-stage booster experienced an explosion shortly after liftoff from Texas. SpaceX is preparing for future Starship launches from Kennedy Space Center in Florida. NASA plans to utilize Starship for upcoming Artemis missions, focusing on lunar exploration.
AWS CEO dismisses data centres in space as impractical: Here’s what he said
In a recent podcast, AWS CEO Matt Garman pointed out the impracticalities of establishing data centres in space, citing issues such as exorbitant costs and energy consumption. He noted progress in traditional data centre expansions, especially in Northern Virginia and Texas. Although he acknowledged some technological fixes for space challenges, he reaffirmed the advantages of Earth-based solutions, also dismissing worries about Amazon's data centre water usage.
Elon Musk says Nvidia will lose "critical" deals without Jensen Huang
Elon Musk has voiced his support for Jensen Huang after his recent resignation from Nvidia due to personal controversies. Musk praised Huang's pivotal role in optimizing Nvidia's supply chain and securing lucrative contracts. In the wake of these events, a petition advocating for Huang's reinstatement has gained momentum, calling for an independent inquiry.
Will Elon Musk hire Jensen Huang? Says it would be an 'honour' After Nvidia CEO's controversy: what happens next?
Elon Musk stirred excitement online by suggesting Jensen Huang, who recently left Nvidia after three decades of leadership in artificial intelligence, could be a potential hire. Musk and Huang's collaborative history includes innovations that benefited Musk's Tesla and SpaceX initiatives. While this may lay the groundwork for future developments, it's important to note that there hasn't been any concrete job offer made yet.
Musk backs petition calling for Jensen Huang’s return, says he will sign it
Nvidia's leadership landscape shifted dramatically with CEO Jensen Huang's resignation, following controversies that involve alleged extramarital affairs and ties to a Chinese espionage figure. Now helmed by interim CFO Colette Kress, many within the company are rallying for Huang's reinstatement, as a petition gaining momentum highlights backing from influential personalities like Elon Musk and Donald Trump, provoking widespread discussion about the future direction of Nvidia's leadership.
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Anthropic IPO buyers have more influence on price than SpaceX
Anthropic PBC is gearing up for its initial public offering, setting ambitious price targets to capture investor interest. The firm aspires to achieve record fundraising that could eclipse SpaceX's previous achievements. High-profile tech investors back Anthropic's private financing, indicating strong market confidence. Its traditional IPO pricing strategy, distinct from SpaceX's, positions Anthropic to navigate through the challenges of market fluctuations smoothly.
Democratic senators order Musk to preserve records over Ukraine Starlink access: Report
Democratic senators have urged Elon Musk to maintain records pertaining to SpaceX's restrictions on services in Ukraine. These services are crucial for Ukraine's military communication and operations amid ongoing conflicts. The restrictions raised questions about SpaceX's influence on national security communications and decision-making processes. Reports indicated that the service limitations originated within the White House but were later disputed by officials.
OpenAI, Google, Anthropic hit with lawsuit to halt AI development
A group of nonprofits has filed a lawsuit against OpenAI, Anthropic, and other tech companies. They seek to prevent further development of advanced AI models citing potential harm to humanity. Company leaders have raised concerns about the dangers associated with artificial intelligence technologies. The lawsuit relies on California's laws regarding unfair business practices for its basis. If successful, this could significantly impact the future of AI development in these companies.
SpaceX launches 15th Starship flight with hopes of achieving first round trip
SpaceX successfully launched its Starship spacecraft on a mission that aimed for both orbit and return. Unfortunately, the lower-stage Super Heavy booster rocket failed to complete its return flight. Starship's upper-stage vessel reached orbit and deployed 26 satellites into space. This launch marks SpaceX's 15th Starship test flight, contributing to their satellite connectivity business. The company hopes to achieve a fully reusable rocket system for future missions.
SpaceX to attempt first Starship spacecraft recovery on land in 15th flight
SpaceX plans to launch its Starship rocket for the 15th time to test spacecraft recovery. The mission will attempt to catch the spacecraft at the Texas launch site rather than discarding it at sea. Elon Musk envisions regular Starship launches to expand the Starlink satellite network and future AI capabilities. NASA has provided significant funding for the Starship project under the Artemis moon program.
Why SpaceX needs just two successful catches to change the future of rocket launches
SpaceX is preparing for its Starship Flight 15 mission which aims to recover both rocket stages after launch. This mission will test the reusability of rockets and the efficiency of SpaceX's recovery systems. Starship is set to deploy 26 next-generation Starlink V3 satellites into low Earth orbit during this flight. Successfully catching both stages could lead to reduced launch costs and increased satellite deployment.
SpaceX launch today: Elon Musk’s Starship Flight 15 double catch attempt - launch time, how to watch and why it matters
SpaceX launch: SpaceX is preparing for Starship Flight 15 on November 13, with Elon Musk’s company attempting to catch both the Super Heavy booster and Ship using mechanical arms at its Texas launch site for the first time. The test could move SpaceX closer to fully reusable rockets and support NASA’s future Moon mission plans.
Elon Musk hints at willingness to hire Jensen Huang if Nvidia fires him over affairs
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang is under scrutiny for his extramarital affairs and possible ties to Chinese intelligence. Investigations have prompted Nvidia’s board to meet regarding his future within the company. Congress has also requested Huang to provide details about his interactions with Alice Huang. Support for Huang has emerged from prominent figures, including SpaceX CEO Elon Musk.
Anthropic's potential mega IPO joins ranks of world's biggest stock market listings
Anthropic has kicked off its U.S. IPO roadshow, seeking to raise up to $64.4 billion by offering 825 million shares. This latest valuation stands at roughly $1.4 trillion, representing a drop from earlier estimations of $2 trillion. Notably, tech giants like Alphabet and Microsoft are set to invest $26 billion in a private placement.
Tesla Cybertruck hits a dead end: Elon Musk's futuristic EV launched 4 years after unveiling, sold only 10% of his target, with its biggest buyer being another of the billionaire's companies
Elon Musk revealed that Tesla will halt Cybertruck production at Gigafactory Texas around mid-2027. The Cybertruck sold only 20,237 units last year, far below Musk's expectations of 250,000 units annually. Multiple delays and recalls significantly impacted the Cybertruck's journey since its unveiling in November 2019. Tesla plans to increase production of the Cybercab as part of its future strategy.
Google executive Donald Harrison resigns from SpaceX board
Donald Harrison has resigned from SpaceX's board after more than ten years of service. He notified the company of his decision, which took effect immediately on November 4. Elon Musk commented that the resignation was due to conflicts of interest related to Alphabet, Google's parent company. Google remains a major institutional holder of SpaceX shares after slightly increasing its position this week.
Tesla Cybertruck discontinued: Elon Musk suffers big setback after spending $446 million backing Republicans who lost in midterm
Cybertruck cancelled: Tech billionaire Elon Musk is facing new business challenges as Tesla plans to wind down Cybertruck production. After spending at least $446 million backing Republicans in the 2026 elections, Musk saw Democrats make major gains. House Democrats have also called for investigations into his work at DOGE and promised to scrutinize federal funding for his companies.
SpaceX stock today: SPCX rebounds 4.89% after 9% crash; can Adam Spatacco's prediction about Musk's Baron conference spark a rally?
Adam Spatacco's SpaceX stock prediction: SpaceX stock is trying to recover after Thursday’s 9.05% crash, with SPCX rising 4.89% to $129.66 in Friday premarket trading. Investors are now watching Elon Musk’s appearance at Baron Capital’s annual conference. Investor Adam Spatacco sees a potential rally catalyst, but the question is whether Musk can offer updates that support Starlink and the company’s AI growth story. Musk's appearance at the 2022 conference did not produce a positive reaction in Tesla shares.
Alphabet discloses $548 million worth of Qualcomm stake
Qualcomm earlier this week irked investors when it missed Wall Street expectations for quarterly smartphone chip sales due to weak demand, even though it forecast better-than-expected revenue for its nascent data-center segment.
SpaceX, Tesla extend losses as midterm results cloud data center, merger outlook
Shares for Elon Musk's ventures, SpaceX and Tesla, took a notable hit after the Democratic success in the midterm elections. Investors are now worried that these political changes could impede crucial data center expansions. The revenue streams for SpaceX's AI computing may face setbacks due to possible data center moratoriums, while Tesla's energy division is similarly affected.
US proposes space launch rule changes in potential boost for SpaceX
The FAA said it was proposing changes to definitions of when a flight abort is not mandatory and to clarify requirements and thresholds for when an abort - the early end of a launch or mission because of a problem - must occur. The FAA is proposing to revise rules for spacecraft breaking up as they fall to Earth and how space companies calculate the risks of falling space debris from those vehicles hitting people on the ground.
Elon Musk gambled $445 million to boost Republicans in midterms and came up short
Nobody may have suffered bigger losses Tuesday than President Donald Trump. But few others had more on the line than Musk, who gambled big and came up holding the midterm's worst return on investment. Democrats in Congress were already queuing to get their shot at Musk, with possible subpoenas and investigations.
US proposes space launch rule changes, vows regulatory overhaul
The Federal Aviation Administration is planning regulatory changes for commercial space launches and re-entries. It aims to facilitate at least 1,000 launches annually by the year 2030. These proposed adjustments include updating definitions about mandatory flight aborts and clarifying associated requirements. Last year saw only 178 launches, with significant involvement from SpaceX. This overhaul signals a major shift in the regulatory landscape for commercial space activities.
Musk's $445 million midterm bet goes awry. Is his political influence at risk?
Elon Musk's $445 million spending spree on Republican candidates yielded limited results in the US midterms, with most of those he backed losing. As Democrats gain control, Musk faces potential congressional investigations, calls for campaign finance reforms and greater scrutiny of his companies, government contracts and political influence.
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-Tesla merger could give Musk control without Mars, robotaxi milestones
Elon Musk's compensation packages at SpaceX and Tesla are tied to ambitious goals involving Mars and robotics. Recent discussions on a merger may provide Musk with greater voting control at Tesla. The current arrangement at SpaceX gives Musk significant voting rights without needing to achieve specified goals. Analysts suggest that Musk's plans may be adjusted post-merger to align with new market conditions.
Grok bot users hit limits faster as Elon Musk warns of ‘unsustainably high’ AI agent costs: What happens next?
Grok Bot usage limits: Elon Musk says the cost of running Grok Bot has become unsustainable relative to its revenue as users report hitting weekly usage limits faster. Despite 800,000 paid weekly users, questions remain about the service's costs, pricing and future limits.
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