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NASA Tests Modular Satellite Tech to Cut Launch Costs and Speed Missions
NASA is developing scalable, modular satellite platforms to reduce cost and accelerate science missions. The Athena EPIC spacecraft, built from eight “Satlet” modules, shares control systems among instruments, simplifying integration. Slated to launch in 2025 on a SpaceX rideshare, Athena aims to cut costs from billions to millions per mission....
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Transporter-14 Mission: SpaceX To Launch Capsules Of DNA, Human Remains Into Space
The company said that after reaching space, the capsules will return to Earth aboard their recovery vehicle.
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SpaceX Sends Europe’s First Reentry Capsule into Orbit on Bandwagon-3 Rideshare Mission
SpaceX’s Bandwagon-3 mission carried Phoenix 1, Europe’s first private reentry capsule, into orbit. Built by Germany’s Atmos Space Cargo, the capsule will attempt a full reentry and ocean splashdown after one orbit. The mission marks a turning point for European space logistics and reusable technology tailored for scientific, defence, and com...
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Private US, Japanese Lunar Landers Launch On Single Rocket
One rocket, two missions: lunar landers built by US and Japanese companies launched their "rideshare" to the Moon, showcasing the private sector's growing role in space exploration.
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US, Japanese Lunar Landers Set To Launch On SpaceX Rocket
One rocket, two missions: Lunar landers built by US and Japanese companies are poised to "rideshare" to the Moon, showcasing the private sector's growing role in space exploration.
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SpaceX Successfully Launches 131 Satellites on Transporter 12 Mission
SpaceX’s Transporter 12 mission, launched from Vandenberg Space Force Base, deployed 131 satellites into low Earth orbit on 14 January 2025. Among the payloads were 37 satellites from Planet Labs, including the AI-powered Pelican-2, designed for high-resolution imaging and real-time data analysis. The mission also saw the Falcon 9 booster success...
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Fewer Gen Z Teens Interested In Getting In The Driver's Seat. Here's Why
One of the reasons attributed to the decline in teenagers applying for driving license is the ever-increasing access to rideshare apps and public transit.
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Uber To Pay Australian Taxi Drivers $178 Million Compensation. Here's Why
Australian taxi drivers impacted by the rise of ridesharing giant Uber have won US$178 million in compensation, their lawyers said Monday after settling a gruelling legal battle.
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Woman Shares "Distressing" Encounter With Uber Driver, Company Responds
Several people have commented on her post, many appreciating her for bringing this incident to the cab company's notice and prompting action against the driver.
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Uber Earned Profits in 2022 as Demands for Airport, Office Rides Increased in Post-Pandemic World
Uber Technologies said on Wednesday it would focus on delivering profits this year, after rounding off 2022 with blowout earnings as a surge in demand for airport and office rides helped the company rebound from pandemic lows. The rideshare market is benefiting from a return to normal and a rise in car ownership costs, which is pushing many to opt...
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Cruise Gets $5 Billion Credit Line From GM To Purchase Origin EVs
In addition to testing and validation of the pre-production, Cruise also needs to get autonomous rideshare certification in the US.
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Ride Sharing Services Add to Road Congestion, New Study Finds
Do ridesharing services like Uber and Ola cause traffic jams? A new study carried out on Uber and Lyft in the US showed that these platforms are leading to increased traffic congestion in urban areas in America.
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SpaceX Launches Falcon 9 Rocket With Record 143 Spacecraft in Cosmic Rideshare Program
Elon Musk’s SpaceX set a new record on Sunday for the most spaceships deployed on a single mission with the launch of 143 spacecraft into space via its Falcon 9 reusable rocket.
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Ola Focusing On A Global Electric Two-Wheeler Business, Says CEO
Ola is planning to foray into electric scooter manufacturing and plans to hit the market with its first vehicle in January next year.
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Uber Backtracks on Plans to Move Asian Headquarters to Hong Kong
Uber halted a plan to move its Asian headquarters to Hong Kong in another business blow for the Chinese-ruled city, choosing to extend its stay in Singapore until at least December 2022.
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NASA Tests Modular Satellite Tech to Cut Launch Costs and Speed Missions
NASA is developing scalable, modular satellite platforms to reduce cost and accelerate science missions. The Athena EPIC spacecraft, built from eight “Satlet” modules, shares control systems among instruments, simplifying integration. Slated to launch in 2025 on a SpaceX rideshare, Athena aims to cut costs from billions to millions per mission....
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Transporter-14 Mission: SpaceX To Launch Capsules Of DNA, Human Remains Into Space
The company said that after reaching space, the capsules will return to Earth aboard their recovery vehicle.
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SpaceX Sends Europe’s First Reentry Capsule into Orbit on Bandwagon-3 Rideshare Mission
SpaceX’s Bandwagon-3 mission carried Phoenix 1, Europe’s first private reentry capsule, into orbit. Built by Germany’s Atmos Space Cargo, the capsule will attempt a full reentry and ocean splashdown after one orbit. The mission marks a turning point for European space logistics and reusable technology tailored for scientific, defence, and com...
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Private US, Japanese Lunar Landers Launch On Single Rocket
One rocket, two missions: lunar landers built by US and Japanese companies launched their "rideshare" to the Moon, showcasing the private sector's growing role in space exploration.
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US, Japanese Lunar Landers Set To Launch On SpaceX Rocket
One rocket, two missions: Lunar landers built by US and Japanese companies are poised to "rideshare" to the Moon, showcasing the private sector's growing role in space exploration.
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SpaceX Successfully Launches 131 Satellites on Transporter 12 Mission
SpaceX’s Transporter 12 mission, launched from Vandenberg Space Force Base, deployed 131 satellites into low Earth orbit on 14 January 2025. Among the payloads were 37 satellites from Planet Labs, including the AI-powered Pelican-2, designed for high-resolution imaging and real-time data analysis. The mission also saw the Falcon 9 booster success...
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Fewer Gen Z Teens Interested In Getting In The Driver's Seat. Here's Why
One of the reasons attributed to the decline in teenagers applying for driving license is the ever-increasing access to rideshare apps and public transit.
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Uber To Pay Australian Taxi Drivers $178 Million Compensation. Here's Why
Australian taxi drivers impacted by the rise of ridesharing giant Uber have won US$178 million in compensation, their lawyers said Monday after settling a gruelling legal battle.
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Woman Shares "Distressing" Encounter With Uber Driver, Company Responds
Several people have commented on her post, many appreciating her for bringing this incident to the cab company's notice and prompting action against the driver.
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Uber Earned Profits in 2022 as Demands for Airport, Office Rides Increased in Post-Pandemic World
Uber Technologies said on Wednesday it would focus on delivering profits this year, after rounding off 2022 with blowout earnings as a surge in demand for airport and office rides helped the company rebound from pandemic lows. The rideshare market is benefiting from a return to normal and a rise in car ownership costs, which is pushing many to opt...
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Cruise Gets $5 Billion Credit Line From GM To Purchase Origin EVs
In addition to testing and validation of the pre-production, Cruise also needs to get autonomous rideshare certification in the US.
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Ride Sharing Services Add to Road Congestion, New Study Finds
Do ridesharing services like Uber and Ola cause traffic jams? A new study carried out on Uber and Lyft in the US showed that these platforms are leading to increased traffic congestion in urban areas in America.
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SpaceX Launches Falcon 9 Rocket With Record 143 Spacecraft in Cosmic Rideshare Program
Elon Musk’s SpaceX set a new record on Sunday for the most spaceships deployed on a single mission with the launch of 143 spacecraft into space via its Falcon 9 reusable rocket.
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Ola Focusing On A Global Electric Two-Wheeler Business, Says CEO
Ola is planning to foray into electric scooter manufacturing and plans to hit the market with its first vehicle in January next year.
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Uber Backtracks on Plans to Move Asian Headquarters to Hong Kong
Uber halted a plan to move its Asian headquarters to Hong Kong in another business blow for the Chinese-ruled city, choosing to extend its stay in Singapore until at least December 2022.
