SpaceX & Starlink News
SpaceX and Starlink news including rocket launches, Starship development, and satellite internet updates. Plus coverage of the Boring Company and Elon Musk's other ventures.
Musk Acquires Mesh Optical Technologies in FTC-Cleared Deal
Elon Musk gets FTC clearance to acquire Mesh Optical Technologies, a SpaceX-founded startup building 1.6 Tbps optical transceivers for AI data centers.
Starlink Mobile Coming to Mongolia via GMobile Partnership
Starlink Mobile is launching in Mongolia through local carrier GMobile, bringing satellite connectivity to herders, miners, and remote field workers. Here's what to know.
SpaceX Joins Russell Indexes Today, Nasdaq 100 Next
SpaceX (SPCX) enters FTSE Russell U.S. indexes after today's close, forcing ~$3B in passive fund buys. Nasdaq 100 inclusion expected in early July.
SpaceX Fires Up Ship 40 in Single-Engine Starship Static Fire
SpaceX completed a full-duration single-engine static fire of Ship 40 at Starbase. Here's what it means for Starship Flight 13 this summer.
Alaska Airlines Completes Starlink WiFi Rollout Across Regional Fleet
Alaska Airlines has finished installing SpaceX Starlink on all 91 regional jets. Here's what passengers get, what's free, and when the full 400+ fleet gets it.
Starlink Offers Free Service in Venezuela After Deadly Earthquakes
Starlink is providing free connectivity to Venezuela through July 25 after twin Mw 7.2 and 7.5 earthquakes killed hundreds. Here's what's happening.
Elon Musk Asks: Which Countries Are His Companies Missing?
Elon Musk is publicly asking which countries Tesla and Starlink are missing. Here's what the question signals about his global expansion plans.
Starlink Goes Live on Iberia Airlines: First Flight Completed
Starlink completed its first Iberia Airlines flight on June 23. Free Wi-Fi up to 450 Mbps across 35% of long-haul fleet by year-end. Here's what to know.
Starlink Lands 80+ Ship Deal with Oldendorff Carriers
SpaceX Starlink will equip 80+ Oldendorff dry bulk ships with hybrid LEO connectivity via Marlink. Here's what the deal means for maritime internet.
SpaceX's Three New Star Projects: Starfall, Stargaze, Starshield
SpaceX just unveiled three ambitious 'Star' programs covering cargo capsules, collision avoidance, and secure satellites. Here's what each one does.
Starlink Wi-Fi Is Now Live on Southwest Airlines Flights
Starlink high-speed Wi-Fi officially launched on Southwest Airlines — free for Rapid Rewards members, $8 for others. Here's what to expect on board.
SpaceX Mission Eyed for August 1 on NASA Schedule — But Don't Hold Your Breath
Space journalist Eric Berger reports a NET August 1 target on NASA's internal schedule, but says he'd be surprised if it happens this year. Here's what we know.
