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American Airlines is equipping over 500 narrowbody aircraft with SpaceX's starlink satellite internet, aiming to provide passengers with high-speed Wi-Fi by early 2027. This upgrade will support streaming, gaming, and video meetings, enhancing the in-flight experience for domestic and short-haul international routes.

Elon Musk has refuted claims that starlink increased fees for Pentagon drones during the 2026 US-Iran conflict, calling the report "bs" and attributing it to a former AWS employee. The Pentagon also denied the report, stating SpaceX remains a valued partner and the claims are not based in reality.

SpaceX's starlink is emerging as the company's financial powerhouse, eclipsing other divisions in growth and profitability. The satellite internet unit generated $11.39 billion in revenue last year, accounting for 61% of total sales and was the sole profitable division. This financial success is crucial for funding Elon Musk's ambitious long-term visions, including Mars colonization and orbital AI data centers.

SpaceX is preparing for a historic IPO, aiming for a $1.75-$2 trillion valuation and seeking to raise $75 billion by June 2026. Despite significant revenue growth from starlink, the company reported substantial losses in 2025 and Q1 2026, largely due to heavy investments in its new AI unit following the xAI acquisition.

Europe faces a stark warning from Bouygues CEO Olivier Roussat regarding its over-reliance on US technology, particularly in AI and satellite connectivity. He urges the continent to develop its own independent infrastructure, citing risks in these critical future sectors. Roussat emphasized the need for European sovereignty, suggesting alternatives to services like starlink are essential for technological self-reliance.

Elon Musk stated Delta Airlines rejected starlink's satellite internet, claiming the airline aimed to make the service "painful, difficult and expensive" for customers. Musk emphasized starlink's mandate for effortless, portal-free WiFi, contrasting it with Delta's approach. The article also explores whether Delta's decision will lead to customer loss.

Elon Musk alleged Delta Airlines rejected starlink due to its Delta Sync portal requirement, which he claims is customer-unfriendly. Delta denied this, stating starlink integration would have been permitted and that they aim to partner with leaders like Amazon's Leo for advanced connectivity, targeting 2028 for Leo deployment.

Amazon is acquiring Globalstar for $11.6 billion, including Apple's 20% stake, to build a next-generation direct-to-device satellite constellation. This move intensifies competition with SpaceX's starlink Mobile, aiming to provide voice, text, and data connectivity to smartphones without specialized hardware, even in challenging conditions.

Elon Musk is on the cusp of becoming the world's first trillionaire as SpaceX prepares for a monumental IPO, potentially the largest in Wall Street history. The company's $1.25 trillion valuation could significantly boost Musk's net worth, fueled by his majority stake and ambitious plans for AI, starlink, and Mars colonization.

Elon Musk's SpaceX is preparing for a massive IPO, aiming to raise $75 billion to fund ambitious space exploration goals, including Mars colonization. Despite reporting a $2.6 billion operational loss last year, the company's starlink network is a significant profit driver. Musk's compensation is tied to achieving futuristic milestones, potentially making him the world's first trillionaire.

SpaceX made $19bn, lost $5bn, and is asking investors to find $2trn of value somewhere between starlink, AI, Mars and vibes

Ukraine is revolutionizing drone warfare, producing millions of advanced aerial, naval, and ground systems. Innovations include AI-guided interceptors, jet-powered strike drones for deep penetration, and naval kamikaze vessels. The widespread adoption of parachute recovery systems signifies a strategic shift towards reusable, cost-effective drone operations on the modern battlefield.

European leaders are divided on how to regulate major US tech firms like Apple and Google as the EU prepares decisions on cloud computing and satellite services. Proposals aim to prioritize European companies for infrastructure access, but some officials advocate for equal rules for all, sparking debate over digital dependence and competition.

Elon Musk navigates a complex relationship in China, where his EV ventures are lauded but his SpaceX satellite network raises military concerns. While celebrated as a social media icon, Tesla faces increasing competition from domestic automakers, potentially dimming Musk's influence.

Blue Origin's New Glenn rocket experienced a dramatic explosion during a hot fire test on May 28, sending smoke and flames into the sky. This setback occurred just a day after the company announced preparations for launching Amazon Leo satellites.

SpaceX postponed its Starship V3 megarocket launch on Thursday due to multiple countdown issues, now targeting Friday for the highly anticipated test flight. This mission is crucial for SpaceX as it prepares for NASA's Artemis IV lunar mission and eyes a potential IPO.

SpaceX is aggressively seeking top engineering and physics talent for its new SpaceXAI division, with Elon Musk personally reviewing applications. This recruitment drive follows SpaceX's filing for a massive IPO, revealing ambitious plans in AI infrastructure and orbital computing.

SpaceX is urging the FCC to end a $4.5 billion fund that subsidizes rural broadband. The satellite internet company argues its services have already solved the connectivity gap by offering fast, competitive rates nationwide. SpaceX believes these legacy programs are now redundant due to technological advancements and increasing competition.