Farewell to TechCrunch Space: A Look Ahead at 2024’s Cosmic Endeavors
Welcome back to our cosmic corner at TechCrunch Space! As we usher in the New Year, we have an unexpected announcement: This will be our final edition, at least for some time. But don’t worry, we’ll continue to bring you the latest on space startups — there’s plenty on the horizon this year!
This month is already brimming with excitement. Blue Origin is gearing up for its debut launch of the New Glenn rocket, while SpaceX plans a groundbreaking payload deployment using Starship. It’s clear 2024 is set to be monumental in the space industry.
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Blue Origin’s Leap into the Competitive Launch Arena
Nearly 25 years after its inception, Jeff Bezos’ Blue Origin is poised to make a significant leap into the competitive rocket launch industry, currently led by SpaceX. The excitement is palpable as the first orbital launch of New Glenn nears.
An air traffic advisory from last week hints that the launch might occur as early as January 6. However, this date remains tentative as Blue Origin has yet to confirm it.
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SpaceX’s Insider Deals and Historical Insights
We’re revisiting an interesting scoop from earlier in 2024, thanks to editor Julie Bort and myself. Our investigation revealed exclusive deals offered by SpaceX to select insiders for purchasing secondary shares. This gives us a glimpse into the minds of top investors at SpaceX.
In a historical twist, let’s journey back to the seventeenth century when Galileo Galilei first observed Jupiter’s moons. His discoveries bolstered Copernicus’ heliocentric theory — shifting our understanding of the cosmos forever.
As we move forward, let’s keep our eyes on the stars and our feet firmly planted on innovation’s ground. Until next time, stay curious and keep reaching for the cosmos!
