Starcloud Bets on Starlink Laser Mesh to Power Orbital AI Data Centers
Redmond-based startup Starcloud is integrating SpaceX's Starlink laser terminals to bypass ground stations and scale its orbital AI cloud infrastructure.
Tag: SpaceX
SpaceX Secures $2.29 Billion Space Force Deal to Build Military’s ‘Internet in Space’
The U.S. Space Force has tapped SpaceX to build the Space Data Network (SDN) backbone using Starshield satellites, marking a strategic shift toward a unified orbital data layer.
SpaceX’s Starship V3 Hits Major Milestones in First High-Stakes Test Flight
SpaceX's upgraded Starship V3 successfully completed its first test flight, demonstrating improved heat shield durability and a new payload system, despite some engine failures.
Grok’s Government Absence: xAI’s Chatbot Struggles for Foothold in Federal Adoption
New data reveals Grok's minimal footprint in US government AI usage compared to OpenAI and Google, raising questions about its enterprise viability.
Musk’s AI Ambitions Are Creating a Fossil Fuel Paradox
Recent SpaceX filings and xAI operations reveal a surprising shift in Elon Musk's energy strategy, favoring natural gas and space-based solar over terrestrial clean energy.
SpaceX Debuts Starship V3 with Mixed Results in High-Stakes Test Flight
SpaceX's latest Starship V3 rocket took flight from Starbase, testing a design overhaul. While payloads deployed, engine failures led to a skipped orbital relight.
Grok’s Government Gap: xAI Struggles for Traction Against OpenAI and Google
New data suggests Elon Musk's Grok AI is barely being used by US government agencies, raising questions about its enterprise viability and SpaceX's valuation.
Musk’s AI Ambitions Are Outpacing Tesla’s Green Energy Vision
New SpaceX filings and xAI's reliance on natural gas suggest a shift in Elon Musk's energy strategy, prioritizing space-based solar over terrestrial solutions.
SpaceX Successfully Flies Starship V3 Following Brief Technical Delay
After a 24-hour scrub, SpaceX successfully launched the Starship V3 prototype, marking a critical milestone for the company's Mars and Moon ambitions.
SpaceX’s Starship V3 Debut Ends in Booster Loss Despite Successful Liftoff
The first flight of the upgraded Starship V3 saw a successful ascent from Starbase, but the Super Heavy booster failed to reignite, ending in a crash.