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Data centers in Space? Sophia Space and Apex plan on busing them in

Can data centers really be built in space? Pasadena-based Sophia Space is partnering with Apex to test the idea by launching modular AI computing systems into low Earth orbit in 2027. Using radiation-hardened compute TILEs cooled by passive radiative systems and mounted on scalable satellite buses, the companies aim to prove that edge computing can operate reliably in space. While challenges remain, the project represents an important step toward distributed orbital computing networks that could support everything from climate monitoring and pollution tracking to autonomous spacecraft navigation in an increasingly crowded orbital environment.

Can a one trillion-Dollar SpaceX IPO change life on earth?

A SpaceX IPO could become one of the most consequential financial events of the century, creating thousands of millionaires and fueling investment across the New Space economy. From orbital robotics and African space programs to launch infrastructure and satellite networks, the ripple effects may extend far beyond Earth—while forcing investors to reconsider whether generative AI remains the most compelling technology bet of the decade.

Do aliens exist? Maybe under new rules set for contact in the age of AI and deepfakes

While we have no evidence of intelligent aliens, astronomers have discovered more than 5,000 planets orbiting other stars. Many lie within regions where liquid water could potentially exist.

EU startup aiming to generate energy on moon villages

Stepping up to democratize the moon is an EU-funded company, Deep Space Energy, which has just raised more than $1 million USD as a seed fund to help it create energy generators on the moon.

Elon Musk to create Mars base station on the Moon

For those unaware, SpaceX has already shifted focus to building a self-growing city on the Moon, as we can potentially achieve that in less than 10 years, whereas Mars would take 20+ years.

Space travel sunscreen found in new fungus experiment

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Why Is the Martian Night Sky So Bright? New NASA Video Sheds Light on the Red Planet’s Glow

Another factor is sunlight scattering at high altitudes. Even though the Sun sets on Mars just as it does on Earth, light continues to scatter off the high-altitude dust, keeping the sky bright for hours. This is why astronauts may one day be able to navigate or work during the “night” without artificial lighting—at least in the early evening.

SpaceX and SETI Partner to Protect Alien-Hunting Telescopes—But What About the Rest of the Sky?

SpaceX has taken steps to address concerns, including darker satellite coatings and directional signal shielding. But critics argue that without enforceable global standards, voluntary measures may not go far enough. Meanwhile, scientists at SETI and other institutions continue developing tools to protect the last wild frontier: the cosmic spectrum.

NASA heads to Jupiter’s moon Europa to look for life below its frozen ocean

Is there life on Jupiter's moon Europa? NASA is sending probes to find out.

Tesla, SpaceX, Starlink founder Elon Musk lands in Israel

Tesla founder Elon Musk lands in Israel to smooth out antisemitism accusations with the Jews, meet families of hostages taken by Hamas terrorists.