SpaceX, or Space Exploration Technologies Corp., is an American aerospace manufacturer and space transportation company founded by Elon Musk in 2002. Its mission is to reduce space transportation costs and enable the colonization of Mars. SpaceX is known for developing the Falcon 1, Falcon 9, and Falcon Heavy rockets, as well as the Dragon spacecraft, which delivers cargo to the International Space Station (ISS). The company has pioneered reusable rocket technology, significantly lowering the cost of access to space. SpaceX is also working on the Starship spacecraft, intended for missions to the Moon and Mars. The company’s achievements have made it a key player in the new space economy and commercial spaceflight industry.
SpaceX's Starshield satellites are being considered by the U.S. Space Force for military contracts, potentially shifting focus from traditional providers. This move could reshape the aerospace industry, affecting established contractors…
Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) is causing upheaval within U.S. government agencies, particularly USAID. Two security chiefs at USAID were put on leave after refusing access to classified…