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A billionaire private astronaut and SpaceX supporter may be the next NASA head
- Jared Isaacman, a billionaire entrepreneur and private astronaut, has been nominated by President Donald Trump to lead NASA.
- Isaacman is a vocal proponent of commercial spaceflight and has backed missions by SpaceX.
- His appointment would likely benefit SpaceX and Elon Musk.
- Isaacman's confirmation by the Senate is still required.
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Meet Jared Isaacman, the billionaire Trump picked to lead NASA
- Billionaire CEO and former SpaceX astronaut, Jared Isaacman, is President-elect Donald Trump's pick to lead NASA.
- Isaacman conducted the first-ever commercial spacewalk on a SpaceX mission, and has flown to space twice, funding and commanding his own flights.
- He dropped out of high school at 15 and founded two multibillion-dollar companies.
- Isaacman's net worth is estimated at $1.7 billion, with philanthropic involvement in the Make-A-Wish Foundation and St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
- He is married with two daughters and his family is enthusiastic about his mission to space.
- Isaacman is a passionate pilot and holds a world record for flying around the globe.
- He is Trump's unconventional pick for NASA Administrator, but experts see his commercial spaceflight background as a benefit to the agency.
- In an X post, Isaacman called the nomination "the honor of a lifetime" and pledged to prioritize space exploration.
- Isaacman is known for his "stellar" managerial skills, according to Michelle Hanlon, executive director of the Center for Air and Space Law at the University of Mississippi School of Law.
- This story was originally published on September 11, 2024, and most recently updated on December 4, 2024.
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SpaceX to launch 350th mission using a flight-proven Falcon 9 rocket booster during Starlink mission from California
- SpaceX aims to launch its 350th mission using a flight-proven Falcon 9 rocket booster.
- The mission, Starlink 9-14, will attempt the 300th successful booster landing.
- The liftoff is scheduled from Vandenberg Space Force Base with no confirmed livestream availability.
- The mission carries 20 Starlink V2 Mini satellites, including 13 with Direct to Cell capabilities.
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Dragon Packed With Science and Now Targets Friday Undocking
- The SpaceX Dragon cargo spacecraft is scheduled to undock from the International Space Station on Friday, carrying over 6,000 pounds of science, supplies, and hardware.
- NASA astronauts are loading completed science experiments and lab hardware inside the Dragon spacecraft for retrieval and analysis on Earth.
- The resupply spacecraft's return was postponed from Thursday to Friday due to forecasted high winds at the splashdown site.
- The crew aboard the International Space Station conducted various tasks, including servicing science hardware, loading cargo, and preparing for future spacewalks.
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Trump taps billionaire and private astronaut Jared Isaacman to lead Nasa
- Billionaire entrepreneur Jared Isaacman has been nominated by Donald Trump to lead Nasa.
- Isaacman, the founder of Draken International and an experienced jet pilot, led the first all-private crew of astronauts and made the first civilian spacewalk.
- If confirmed, Isaacman will guide Nasa through its plans to return humans to the moon and send crews to Mars.
- His nomination raises questions about the future of the government-funded Space Launch System rocket in the Artemis program.
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What If Elon Musk Took Over LVMH? A Luxury Reboot Like No Other
- Elon Musk, known for redefining boundaries, could potentially take over LVMH, the luxury empire behind brands like Louis Vuitton and Dior.
- Musk's influence could bring chaos, brilliance, or a combination of both to LVMH.
- His visionary ideas could include Neuralink-controlled cork popping and marketing the future of indulgence powered by the mind.
- From a financial perspective, Musk's ability to captivate younger markets and his focus on sustainability could benefit LVMH, while cryptocurrency-backed luxury could revolutionize the industry.
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SpaceX valuation estimated to hit $350B
- SpaceX is reportedly discussing the possibility of selling insider shares, putting the aerospace company’s market value at $350 billion.
- In June, SpaceX was estimated to be the most valuable aerospace company, with a valuation of $210 billion.
- Elon Musk’s open support of President-elect Donald Trump has boosted his companies, including SpaceX.
- SpaceX is developing its Starship rocket to land on the moon and Mars, and its Starlink satellite internet service continues to progress.
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SpaceX’s recent Starship rocket test captured in space station video
- NASA shares footage of SpaceX's recent Starship rocket launch captured from the International Space Station (ISS).
- The video shows SpaceX's sixth test launch of Starship, the world's most powerful rocket, from its Starbase site in Texas.
- The Starship, consisting of the Super Heavy booster and the upper-stage Starship spacecraft, is being developed as a lunar lander for NASA's Artemis III mission.
- Although the sixth test was successful, a last-minute issue prevented the spectacular 'catch' maneuver that was achieved in the previous test.
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SpaceX mulls tender offer at $350B valuation
- SpaceX is reportedly in talks to sell insider shares at a price that would value it at around $350 billion.
- This marks a significant increase from the previously circulated valuation of $255 billion last month.
- If the deal closes, SpaceX would become the most valuable venture-backed private company in the world.
- SpaceX regularly holds tender offers, allowing employees to liquidate shares to select investors.
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Blue Origin Achieves Milestone with 28th New Shepard Flight
- Blue Origin achieved a milestone with its 28th New Shepard flight.
- The mission featured an accomplished and diverse crew.
- Blue Origin emphasizes the power of space exploration to inspire and foster interest in STEAM fields.
- Opportunities to fly aboard New Shepard as an astronaut or send payloads on future missions are available.
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Crew Finalizing Science For Return to Earth Aboard Dragon
- The Expedition 72 crew is preparing to return to Earth aboard the SpaceX Dragon cargo spacecraft.
- They are packing up finalized science experiments and transferring research samples from the International Space Station into the Dragon for retrieval and analysis on Earth.
- The crew also studied antibiotic resistant bacteria and set up space botany hardware.
- Dragon is scheduled to undock on Thursday and splashdown off the coast of Florida the following day.
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Live coverage: SpaceX to launch Starlink satellites on Falcon 9 rocket from Cape Canaveral
- SpaceX is preparing for the first of three planned Falcon 9 rocket launches over the next two days
- The Starlink 6-70 mission will launch from Space Launch Complex 40 (SLC-40) at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station
- Launch is set for no earlier than 3:29 a.m. EST on Wednesday, Dec. 4, with favorable weather conditions
- SpaceX will also launch the Starlink 9-14 mission from Vandenberg Space Force Base and the SiriusXM-9 satellites from NASA's Kennedy Space Center
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Elon Musk’s $56 Billion Pay Package Denied Again by Delaware Court
- Elon Musk's $56 billion pay package has been denied again by a Delaware court.
- The court upheld a previous ruling stating that the compensation plan was improper.
- Tesla plans to appeal the decision while Musk called it 'absolute corruption' on X.
- The legal battle highlights concerns about corporate governance and executive compensation.
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Starlink becomes plan B for KRG
- Starlink has become plan B for the Kativik Regional Government (KRG) as it plans to use SpaceX's Starlink terminals to expand internet service among Nunavik communities while completing its fiber optic project.
- The KRG is in the process of expanding fiber-optic internet services across the region at a cost of $158 million.
- Engineers are currently in talks to load a freighter jet with Starlink gateway terminals to provide Starlink dishes to the communities.
- While fiber-optic is still the ultimate goal, Starlink is seen as a game-changer for Nunavik and the world.
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A potential SpaceX deal would boost the value of Elon Musk's company to $350 billion
- SpaceX is in talks to sell insider shares, a deal that could value the company at $350 billion.
- This would double SpaceX's value from a year ago.
- Elon Musk's net worth has soared due to Tesla stock's gains.
- If the valuation is realized, it would be a major gain for Musk.
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