Elon Musk Bids $97.4 Billion for Control of OpenAI, Escalating Feud with Sam Altman A consortium led by Elon Musk bids $97.4 billion to acquire the nonprofit entity that controls OpenAI. The move intensifies Musk’s longstanding feud with OpenAI CEO Sam Altman and raises questions about the future of the artificial intelligence startup at the forefront of generative AI technology. Musk’s Bid Stirs Conflict with OpenAI Leadership Musk, who co-founded OpenAI with Altman in 2015 but left before its rapid growth, has been critical of the company’s transition from a nonprofit to a for-profit model. He claims this shift betrays…
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Blue Origin NS-29 to Test Lunar Technologies and Simulate Moon Gravity Blue Origin’s next New Shepard mission, Blue Origin NS-29, is set to launch on Tuesday, January 28, at 10:00 AM CST (1600 UTC) from Launch Site One in West Texas. This groundbreaking mission will carry 30 payloads, with 29 focused on lunar-related technology testing. The mission will also achieve a significant milestone by simulating the Moon’s gravity during its flight, a first for New Shepard. The webcast for the launch will begin 15 minutes before liftoff. Simulating Lunar Gravity for Technological Advancements During the flight, the New Shepard crew…
Windracers Ultra Mark 2 Drone: Revolutionising Humanitarian Aid and Climate Research The new version of the Windracers Ultra self-flying cargo drone, the Ultra Mark 2, has been selected by Aviation Sans Frontières (ASF) to deliver vital humanitarian aid in central Africa. This upgraded drone boasts double the power and a 50% increase in payload capacity, making it a game-changer in remote aid delivery. Windracers Ultra Mark 2 Advanced Capabilities for Tough Missions The Ultra Mark 2 can carry up to 150 kg of cargo, travel distances of up to 1000 km (621 miles), and remain airborne for nine hours. Its…
Record-Breaking Winds Found on Planet WASP-127b Earth’s jet streams are known for their high-speed winds, often reaching more than 275 miles (442 km) per hour. However, they pale in comparison to winds on other planets in the universe. On Neptune, for example, high-altitude winds can reach speeds of 1,200 miles (2,000 km) per hour. Even these are mild compared to the supersonic winds on the distant planet WASP-127b. Supersonic Winds on WASP-127b Astronomers have measured jet-stream winds on WASP-127b blowing at an incredible speed of about 20,500 miles (33,000 km) per hour. This gaseous giant orbits a sun-like star approximately…
Stargate Project to Transform AI Infrastructure in the United States The Stargate Project is a groundbreaking initiative set to revolutionise AI infrastructure in the United States. With an ambitious investment of $500 billion over four years, the project aims to bolster American leadership in artificial intelligence, create hundreds of thousands of jobs, and contribute significantly to the global economy. An initial $100 billion will be deployed immediately to accelerate progress. Stargate Project Key Partners and Leadership Stargate is backed by prominent equity funders, including SoftBank, OpenAI, Oracle, and MGX. SoftBank will oversee financial responsibilities, while OpenAI will manage operations. Masayoshi…
Trump’s Crypto Token Sparks Conflict-of-Interest Concerns Shortly before his inauguration on Monday, US President Donald Trump launched a crypto token, drawing sharp criticism from ethics experts and industry insiders. The launch of the $TRUMP and $MELANIA tokens has sparked concerns about potential conflicts of interest and a lack of transparency in an already loosely regulated industry. Ethics Concerns Over Trump-Linked Crypto Tokens Although Trump has pledged to hand over asset management to his children, his involvement in cryptocurrency raises red flags. Critics argue the tokens could create undue influence as the administration will regulate the crypto sector while Trump-linked businesses…
Cabinet Approves Third Launch Pad at Satish Dhawan Space Centre The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, has approved the establishment of the Third Launch Pad (TLP) at the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh. This development is crucial for advancing India’s space exploration capabilities and supporting upcoming human spaceflight missions. Purpose of the Third Launch Pad The TLP will cater to the Next Generation Launch Vehicles (NGLV) of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO). It will also act as a standby for the existing Second Launch Pad at Sriharikota. This facility is expected to…
Blue Origin’s New Glenn Rocket Reaches Orbit in Historic Launch Blue Origin’s New Glenn rocket successfully launched into space early Thursday morning, marking a historic milestone for Jeff Bezos’ space company. The inaugural flight is a major step forward in the company’s ambition to compete with SpaceX in the satellite launch industry. A Long-Awaited Milestone for New Glenn Standing 30 stories tall and equipped with a reusable first stage, New Glenn lifted off at 2 a.m. ET (0700 GMT) from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida. Its seven engines roared to life, cutting through the cloudy skies on its…
Biopharmaceutical Industry Eyes Recovery Amid Policy Uncertainty in 2025 The biopharmaceutical sector aims to rebound from last year’s downturn in investor returns but remains cautious about potential challenges under President-elect Donald Trump’s administration. Key concerns include drug pricing reforms, vaccine policies, and the broader regulatory landscape. Policy Shifts Under Scrutiny The industry continues to grapple with the impacts of the Biden Administration’s Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) of 2022. The law allowed Medicare to negotiate prices for the costliest prescription drugs, marking a historic shift in healthcare regulation. While this aimed to reduce costs for patients, it introduced significant uncertainty for…
India’s Pixxel Achieves Milestone with Hyperspectral Satellite Launch Pixxel, a pioneering Indian space tech startup, launched three of its six hyperspectral imaging satellites aboard a SpaceX rocket from California on Tuesday. The launch, conducted at 1915 GMT (just after midnight in India), took place at the Vandenberg Space Force Base and was broadcast live by SpaceX. Advancing Hyperspectral Imaging for Critical Industries Pixxel’s satellites utilise hyperspectral imaging, a cutting-edge technology that captures detailed data across hundreds of light bands. This enables applications in agriculture, mining, environmental monitoring, and defence, offering unparalleled precision compared to existing imaging technologies. Such data can…
