SpaceX

Elon Musk’s SpaceX has taken over his artificial intelligence company xAI in a merger aimed at deploying space-based data centers, fusing the rocket maker’s launch capabilities with xAI’s AI systems to meet surging demand for computing power. In an announcement, Musk called the combined effort “the most ambitious, vertically integrated innovation engine on (and off) Earth,” positioning the deal as a response to strains emerging in Big Tech’s breakneck AI buildout. The plan centers on a new constellation of satellites…

In a groundbreaking achievement, SpaceX has managed to “capture” the first-stage booster of its colossal Starship rocket using massive metallic arms as it returned to the launch pad following a test flight. This marks a significant milestone in the company's ambitious mission to create reusable spacecraft aimed at lunar and Martian exploration. The Super Heavy booster roared to life at 7:25 AM CT (1:25 PM Irish time) from the launch complex nestled in Boca Chica, Texas. It propelled the second stage of the Starship rocket…