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SpaceX Plans New Tender Offer, Aiming for Valuation Above $175B

SpaceX has become one of the most valuable companies in the United States, dominating the market for commercial space launch services, primarily due to the success of its Falcon rockets.  Elon Musk‘s aerospace company SpaceX is in discussions to sell insider shares via a new tender, potentially valuing the privately held firm at around $175 billion, as reported by Bloomberg on Thursday, citing people familiar with the matter. According to the report, the company plans to sell approximately...

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UK to Host Inaugural International Summit on AI Safety in November

The discussions during the summit will address the unpredictable nature of AI progress and the critical importance of maintaining human control over its development. The UK is gearing up to host the world’s inaugural international summit on artificial intelligence (AI), focusing on the existing threats associated with this rapidly advancing technology. The two-day event will commence next month from November 1st until the 2nd with the aim of positioning the UK as a mediator between global...

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Turkish President Invites Elon Musk to Build Tesla Factory in Turkey

In response to Erdogan’s proposition, Musk conveyed his enthusiasm for the Turkish market. Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has extended an invitation to Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, urging him to consider establishing Tesla’s next factory in Turkey. The enticing offer was made during their meeting in New York, where Erdogan attended the United Nations General Assembly. The meeting between Erdogan and Musk took place at the iconic Turkish House in Manhattan, and it...

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Elon Musk Secured $1B Loan from SpaceX amidst Twitter Acquisition

Regarding SpaceX, Musk holds the title of the largest shareholder, with an impressive 42 percent stake. Elon Musk, the visionary entrepreneur known for pushing the boundaries of space exploration and electric vehicles, has once again captured headlines for his audacious financial moves. A recent report from the Wall Street Journal (WSJ) has revealed that Musk secured a substantial loan of $1 billion from SpaceX, around the same time he was finalizing the acquisition of Twitter Inc, which...

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Virgin Galactic to Conduct Final Flight Test as It Eyes Full Space Travel Launch

American spaceflight company Virgin Galactic has announced preparation for a highly anticipated milestone as it prepares to launch its first spaceflight in nearly two years. This crucial flight serves as the Virgin Galactic Holdings‘ (NYSE: SPCE) final test before the company begins flying commercial passengers, marking a significant step forward in the realization of its space tourism vision. The mission called ‘Unity 25’ represents the company’s fifth space voyage and is expected to...

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SpaceX Set to Launch Starship Rocket System but Musk Lowers Expectations

Over the years, Musk has made multiple presentations about Starship, its design, and its aim. He also emphasized the rocket system’s ability to transport humans and cargo to Mars. Elon Musk-owned spacecraft engineering corporation SpaceX is ready for the first launch of its Starship rocket system to space. Starship is the most powerful rocket ever developed, with almost 120m (400ft) height, and designed to have nearly X2 thrust of any rocket ever. The uncrewed demonstration will lift off...

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Saudi and Abu Dhabi Investors to Contribute to SpaceX New Funding

Following a signed agreement between SpaceX and NASA, the government agency is considering SpaceX as an emergency return option for the ISS crew.  Elon Musk’s SpaceX is about to receive financial backing from Saudi Arabia and Abu Dhabi investors in a new funding round. This follows an equity funding round in May 2022, which generated about $1.7 billion and reached a $127 billion market worth. At the same time, the company was positioned to be the US most valued startup with more than $125...

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