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Orbital AI Data Centers Face Months-Long Outage Risks, Experts Warn
Hyperscalers eye space-based AI compute, but experts flag severe operational risks including months-long outages due to physical access limits and radiation.
SpaceX Wins $2.29 Billion Military Network Contract for Space Targeting
SpaceX secures a $2.29 billion Space Force contract to build a satellite network linking sensors to weapons in near real time, reviving stalled Pentagon efforts.
NASA Moon Base Plans Rely on Astronauts to Assemble Structures in Space
NASA revealed new details on its moon base plans, requiring astronauts to manually assemble habitats using modular components and relying heavily on commercial partners.
New Glenn Rocket Explosion Shakes Blue Origin's Ambitions
Blue Origin's New Glenn rocket detonated during a Florida test, sending a fireball into the sky. The failure threatens to delay the company's orbital launch timeline and commercial contracts.
SpaceX Acquires xAI, Declares AI Its Core Business Ahead of IPO
SpaceX's IPO filing reveals AI as its primary market, projecting $26.5 trillion opportunity. The company positioned Grok against OpenAI and Anthropic.
Fresha Reaches $1 Billion Valuation With KKR Investment
Beauty booking platform Fresha secured $80M from KKR, pushing its valuation to $1 billion. The funding underscores growth in service marketplace tech.
Italian Council Slaps 200% Tax on Data Centers in Farmland
An Italian regional council imposed a 200% tax on data centers built in agricultural zones to steer development toward abandoned industrial areas and reduce environmental harm.
ClickHouse Revenue Triples to $250M as IPO Nears
Database firm ClickHouse hits $250M annualized revenue, signaling strong growth and a potential public offering within years.
OpenRouter Hits $1.3B Valuation After $113M Series B Round
OpenRouter raised $113M in Series B funding led by CapitalG, more than doubling its valuation to $1.3B. Usage surged 5x in six months, signaling the rise of multi-AI-model platforms.
Anthropic Pledges $15 Billion a Year to SpaceX for AI Compute
Anthropic will pay $15 billion annually to SpaceX for access to its Colossus AI data centers through 2029, per SpaceX's IPO filing.
German 'Accidental' Spin-Off Builds Microscopic Filters for 6G and Space
A German research spin-off developed microscopic terahertz filters for 6G, satellite communications, and quantum computing. The company, Lepto, emerged unexpectedly from academic work.
Android Users Overlook Built-In Storage Tools That Clear Space Without Apps
Many Android users ignore preinstalled storage management features. These tools can free up space without third-party apps. Here is how they work.
Meta Launches Forum App to Merge Facebook Groups With AI Chatbot
Meta's new Forum app combines Facebook Groups with an AI assistant to help users find advice and discussions in a dedicated space, challenging Reddit and Google's AI Overview.
HP’s EliteBoard Keyboard Hides a Desktop PC Inside for Corporate IT
HP packs a full desktop PC into a keyboard, targeting corporate IT for space-saving office setups. The EliteBoard G1a is not meant for consumers.
SpaceX Files for IPO, Plans NYSE Listing Under Ticker SPCX
SpaceX has officially filed for an initial public offering, planning to list on the NYSE under the ticker SPCX. The filing reveals unprecedented financial details about the private space company.
Samsung Movingstyle M7: A Motorized Monitor That Disappears When Not in Use
Samsung's Movingstyle M7 is a monitor on wheels that hides away in a closet. It targets people who don't want a permanent TV in their living space.
SolarSquare in Talks for $60M Funding as Indian Rooftop Solar Surges
SolarSquare is set to raise up to $60 million at a valuation near $500 million, signaling strong VC interest in India's rooftop solar market.
The Writerdeck Trend: Distraction-Free Writing Machines Gain Followers
The writerdeck trend sees creators building minimalist writing machines to escape digital distractions, using Raspberry Pi and e-ink screens.
Star Citizen Hits $1 Billion Crowdfunding Milestone, Still in Early Access
Star Citizen has raised $1 billion from backers but remains in early access after nine years of development, sparking debate about crowdfunding risks.
US Quantum Computing Push Faces Legal Challenge
A $2 billion US government investment in nine quantum computing startups is under fire. Rep. Zoe Lofgren argues the spending violates the CHIPS Act.