SPACE
In 2025, over 1,000 volunteers searched telescope images for galaxies that bend light; they helped find 497 possible cosmic lenses
Volunteers from around the world are actively participating in the Space Warps project to analyze galaxy images. They help identify rare gravitational lens candidates using data from the Euclid Space Telescope. This collaboration combines human observations with machine-learning systems for more accurate results. The project emphasizes the importance of citizen science in exploring vast astronomical datasets.
Two former SpaceX engineers built a 25-pound machine that turns seawater into drinking water at the push of a button; here's how it works
It was co-founded by Jonathan Criss and Andrew Harner. Both are former SpaceX engineers. Criss is the company's CEO, and Harner is the COO. They gained engineering experience at SpaceX, and then applied aerospace-level precision and efficiency to the systems. It was reportedly designed for people who are outdoor enthusiasts, boat owners and living in remote locations.
Jessie Bates put $150,000 into SpaceX before it went public; the stake could now be worth 10 times that, and he’s cashing out
Jessie Bates III invested $150,000 in SpaceX during its Series J funding round in 2022. The investment grew significantly after SpaceX's IPO, which valued the company at $1.77 trillion. Bates expressed that he wished he had invested more after witnessing the company's growth trajectory. His financial strategy includes various technological investments and aims for long-term wealth creation. Bates also promotes financial literacy and community support through his foundation and initiatives.
Pakistani astronaut to join China space station's Shenzhou-24 mission
A Pakistani astronaut is set to join the Shenzhou-24 mission as part of China’s Belt and Road Initiative. This mission marks a significant milestone, being the first joint spaceflight involving foreign astronauts. While the astronaut's identity has not been disclosed, training took place in Beijing. After a brief in-orbit flight, the astronaut will return aboard the Shenzhou-23 spacecraft. This collaboration highlights China's expanding presence in space diplomacy.
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.
Is Cathie Wood betting on the next stage of the AI boom amid Wall Street’s tech stock crash, buying SpaceX and Nvidia while selling $120 million in Broadcom stock?
Cathie Wood is buying AI stocks while Wall Street is selling them. ARK Invest purchased nearly $49 million in SpaceX and $46 million in Nvidia after Thursday’s tech sell-off wiped out more than $3 trillion in US market value. But it sold $119.7 million in Broadcom and $20 million in CoreWeave. The contrasting trades raise questions about Wood’s AI strategy.
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.
HSBC India arm leases 1.2 lakh sq ft office space in Bengaluru
HSBC's India division has secured a long-term sub-lease for more than 120,000 square feet of office space. This transaction is located in the commercial tower Ecospace Campus 1C on Outer Ring Road, Bengaluru. The lease includes a financial commitment of approximately Rs 191.84 crore over an initial five years. Following the lease terms, there is an option for a five-year extension at the same rate.
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.
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.
Cosmoserve Space raises $6 million, sets up India's first space debris removal facility in Hyderabad
The facility comprises an orbital rendezvous and capture lab, a space robotics innovation lab, an ISO Class 8 satellite integration clean room and a mission simulation and control centre. It will enable the company to design, build and test robotic capture systems and develop capabilities for satellite servicing, including in-orbit repairs and refuelling.
AI to reshape India's office space demand, workforce seen at 48 million by 2030: Report
AI is expected to change the nature of India's office space demand rather than reduce it, with the country's office-using workforce projected to grow from around 38 million in 2025 to 48 million by 2030, according to a study by Cushman & Wakefield.
NASA space telescope plunges to Earth after two decades studying cosmic explosions
NASA's Swift Observatory has reentered Earth's atmosphere after more than two decades of effective research. Its mission, which began in 2004, far exceeded initial expectations by lasting 11 times longer than planned. A recent attempt to boost its orbit failed due to complications with a private rescue mission. Meanwhile, NASA is exploring options to save the Hubble Space Telescope, set to fall in the mid-2030s.
One giant leap for America? Trump's Moon ambitions put India's space diplomacy to the test
Donald Trump’s push for a permanent American presence on the Moon by 2028 has raised questions over lunar governance, resource ownership and the future of international space cooperation. As the US and China pursue competing lunar programmes, India faces the challenge of protecting its strategic autonomy while advancing its own space ambitions.
Big Tech barely moved after the midterms, but Tesla and SpaceX fell up to 5%, and even Tesla missed the solar rally: Did Elon Musk’s big bet on Republicans just backfire?
Tesla and SpaceX shares fell in premarket trading on Wednesday, Nov. 4: Today’s US stock futures pointed to a strong Wall Street opening, with Dow futures up nearly 800 points and S&P 500 and Nasdaq futures also in the green. However, Tesla and SpaceX moved in the opposite direction, falling more than 5% and nearly 8%, respectively, in premarket trading after the Democratic midterm victory. Alphabet, Meta and Microsoft gained, while Nvidia slipped slightly.
Awfis Space Solutions shares rally 13% after Q2 profit jumps 94% YoY, revenue rises 20%
Awfis Space Solutions shares rallied after the company reported 94% year-on-year profit growth and a 20% rise in Q2 FY27 revenue. Strong seat sales, premium workspace expansion and enterprise demand supported its operational performance, even as FIIs and mutual funds trimmed stakes.
NASA astronaut Anil Menon, others vote from space
Three NASA astronauts, including Anil Menon, participated in the US midterm elections from the International Space Station. Menon, along with fellow astronauts Luke Delaney and Jessica Watkins, cast their ballots securely from orbit. The ballots were sent via NASA's encrypted Near Space Network to ensure integrity. Menon filled out his electronic ballot for Harris County in Texas, marking a unique voting experience.
Pixxel's Indian ownership comes under scrutiny
Pixxel founder and chief executive Awais Ahmed in a blog post on X said the company remains “headquartered, owned, managed and controlled in India,” on Monday. Indian investors, including the founders, collectively hold the largest shareholding in the company, followed by investors from Singapore, the UK and the US, he added.
Load More
