Tesla Philippines builds its first Supercharger station

Tesla is steadily expanding its reach in the Philippines. Just weeks after launching its first store in the country, the electric vehicle maker has built its first Supercharger station.  Interestingly enough, Tesla ended up building its first Supercharger in the Philippines even before it delivered its first car in the country. Tesla Philippines’ first Supercharger: […]

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Tesla Giga Berlin’s new water supply contract gets approval

The Strausberg-Erkner Water Association (WSE) recently approved Tesla Giga Berlin’s new water supply contract. The association’s new contract with Tesla covers Giga Berlin’s for a year and a half.  WSE approved a draft of the new contract, according to the association’s Chairman of assembly and mayor of Fredersdorf-Vogelsdorf, Thomas Krieger (CDU). Tesla Giga Berlin would […]

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SpaceX to provide Ukraine access to Starlink Starshield

The Pentagon sent SpaceX a contract to expand its Starlink internet services in Ukraine. Under the Pentagon’s new contract with SpaceX, Starlink will provide connection through its Starshield internet services.  SpaceX launched Starlink Starshield in 2022 to support national security.  “While Starlink is designed for consumer and commercial use, Starshield is designed for government use, […]

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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.  People familiar with the matter say that SpaceX is still discussing the possibility of selling insider shares with buyers and ironing out the details. However, its valuation of $350 billion is a significant increase from the […]

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Starlink becomes plan B for KRG 

Starling has become plan B for the Kativik Regional Government (KRG). The KRG plans to use SpaceX’s Starlink terminals to expand internet service among Nunavik communities while it completes its fiber optic project.  “Engineers are currently talking to Canadian North Cargo to load a 737 freighter jet with gateway terminals,” commented Daryl Cobden, KRG administration […]

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Tesla Optimus shows off new upgrade 

Tesla Optimus showed off new hands right after Neuralink announced it received US FDA approval for its CONVOY Study.  “Got a new hand for Black Friday,” joked a new post from Tesla Optimus.  Tesla Optimus’ latest X post shows off some nifty hand work—literally. Tesla’s humanoid robot is shown catching a tennis ball with its […]

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SpaceX launches to continue as Judge denies halt request

Federal Judge Rolando Olvera denied an environmental group’s request to halt SpaceX launches. Judge Olvera found no evidence to support the group’s arguments and concluded that SpaceX launches should continue.  On October 9, 2024, environmental group Save RGV submitted a request for a temporary restraining order or preliminary injunction against SpaceX. Save RGV argued that […]

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Starlink faces one last obstacle to launch in India

Starlink has one last obstacle to overcome before launching in India. SpaceX’s Starlink must fully comply with the Indian government’s security regulations, particularly regarding data storage.  “They have to check all the boxes,” stated India’s Communications minister, Jyotiraditya Scindia, to local media outlets.  Scindia added that Starlink will receive approval to operate in India “as […]

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SpaceX reportedly signs battery supply agreement with LG Energy Solution

SpaceX reportedly signed a battery supply agreement with LG Energy Solution (LGES). Local media outlets in South Korea—where LGES is based—have reported on the agreement between SpaceX and the battery supplier.  LGES’ contract with SpaceX will reportedly supply batteries for the aerospace company’s Starship rocket and its trip to Mars. According to news floating in […]

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Starlink Direct-To-Cell coming to New Zealand

SpaceX is working with One NZ to bring Starlink Direct-to-Cell (aka Starlink Cellular) to New Zealand.  One NZ has already announced plans to launch One NZ Satellite to Mobile, a new service for Kiwis thanks to the company’s collaboration with SpaceX.  One NZ Satellite will offer TXT services to the network’s customers. Voice and basic […]

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