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SpaceX's Starship has the potential to revolutionize space exploration and launch costs, posing a significant challenge to China's aspirations for space supremacy Questions to inspire discussion  What is the potential impact of SpaceX's Starship on space exploration? —The Starship has the potential to revolutionize space exploration and launch costs, posing a significant challenge to China's aspirations for space supremacy. How does ULA's Vulcan rocket compare to other rockets? —Ula's Vulcan rocket represents a significant advancement in size, power, and cost-efficiency, with the potential for up to six solid rocket boosters and aiming to secure certification for future space force National...

SpaceX's Starbase is undergoing significant transformation and expansion, with the construction of a second launch tower and other infrastructure, positioning it as a key gateway for future missions to Mars and beyond Questions to inspire discussion What is SpaceX building at Starbase? —SpaceX is building a second launch tower at Starbase for the third orbital Starship testing campaign, while also expanding the tank farm and preparing to launch a secret space plane. What is the purpose of the second Mega Bay at Starbase? —SpaceX is making progress on the construction of the second Mega Bay for the production of new...

SpaceX's Falcon Heavy rocket is set to play a significant role in upcoming space missions, including potentially repairing the Hubble Space Telescope, and is making strides in space exploration alongside other companies and countries Questions to inspire discussion What role will SpaceX's Falcon Heavy rocket play in upcoming space missions? —SpaceX's Falcon Heavy rocket is set to play a significant role in upcoming space missions, potentially including repairing the Hubble Space Telescope. What is China's upcoming methane-powered rocket called? —China's upcoming methane-powered rocket is called Ju 2, following the success of its Ju Chay 2 launch. What is SpaceX conducting...

The tech billionaire Elon Musk has come to define innovation, but he can also be a lightning rod for controversy; he recently endorsed antisemitic remarks on X, formerly known as Twitter, which prompted companies to pull their advertising. In his interview, Musk discusses his emotional state and why he has “no problem being hated.”

This interview was with Andrew Ross Sorkin of The New York Times at the annual DealBook Summit and recorded live in front of an audience at Jazz at Lincoln Center. Read more highlights from the day at http://www.nytimes.com/2023/11/29/dealbook-summit-news