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The latest SpaceX news, tracked continuously by NeuraFeed. 5 source-cited articles covering SpaceX announcements, releases, and analysis, each grounded in verified reporting.
Tesla Unveils Flying Roadster Prototype Equipped with SpaceX Cold-Gas Thrusters
Tesla revealed a revamped version of its long-delayed next-generation Roadster during a nighttime demonstration at SpaceX facilities in Texas. The unmanned prototype utilized fan-assisted suction and SpaceX cold-gas thrusters to drive inverted on an arched ramp, perform midair flips, and leap across a row of Tesla vehicles. While Elon Musk outlined extreme acceleration targets, significant regulatory and technical hurdles remain regarding whether the airborne variants will ever reach public roads.
Starlink Imposes Speed Caps on Ukrainian Drones as Musk Shifts Blame to Washington
Ukrainian military drone missions across southern and eastern frontlines suffered severe disruptions after SpaceX enforced sudden velocity limits on moving satellite terminals. Elon Musk contended that the caps were directed by the United States government under Pentagon contracts, while Kyiv officials linked the throttle to geopolitical friction over strikes on Russian infrastructure.
OpenAI Terminates Cursor Partnership Following $60 Billion SpaceX Acquisition
OpenAI announced it will terminate its long-running partnership with Cursor, setting a direct model access shutoff date of November 12, 2026. The decision comes two weeks after Elon Musk's SpaceX completed its $60 billion acquisition of Cursor's developer Anysphere, with OpenAI citing prior contract breaches by Musk-led entities as the primary reason for invoking a change-of-control exit clause. Cursor leadership stated it is in talks with OpenAI while reassuring users that proprietary models like Grok and alternatives from other providers remain supported.
Elon Musk Denies SpaceX AI Handset Prototype Report Amid Investor Buzz
Elon Musk has vehemently denied reports that SpaceX showcased a "handset-like" AI device prototype to investors before its recent IPO, labeling the claims "utterly false." The Wall Street Journal initially reported on the alleged device, describing it as slimmer than an iPhone, running a proprietary operating system with xAI integration, and powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon chips. Despite Musk's denial, the report has fueled speculation about SpaceX's broader ambitions in wireless services and AI hardware.
Elon Musk's SpaceX Secures Option to Acquire AI Coding Startup Cursor for $60 Billion
Elon Musk's SpaceX has secured an option to acquire the AI coding startup Cursor for up to $60 billion, or alternatively, pay $10 billion for a collaborative partnership. This strategic move aims to bolster SpaceX's presence in the competitive AI coding market, leveraging Cursor's developer tools and SpaceX's formidable Colossus supercomputer. The deal comes as SpaceX prepares for a potential record-breaking initial public offering.