This startup will send 1,000 people’s ashes to space — affordably — in 2027
Started by an engineer who worked on the space shuttle program, and at Blue Origin, Space Beyond has a spot on a 2027 Falcon 9 flight.
Tesla discontinues Autopilot in bid to boost adoption of its Full Self-Driving software
The company is also currently facing a 30-day suspension of its manufacturing and dealer licenses in California for deceptive marketing about Autopilot’s capabilities.
Blue Origin schedules third New Glenn launch for late February, but not to the moon
Jeff Bezos’ Blue Origin had previously suggested that the third launch of the mega-rocket would take the space company’s robotic lunar lander to the moon.
Blue Origin’s satellite internet network TeraWave will move data at 6Tbps
The network will be designed for enterprise, data center, and government customers and could offer an alternative to SpaceX’s Starlink service.
Lemonade launches an insurance product for Tesla Full Self-Driving customers
Lemonade says it worked with Tesla to gain access to previously-restricted vehicle telemetry data, but declined to offer specifics.
Luminar founder Austin Russell agrees to accept subpoena in bankruptcy case
The agreement comes two weeks after Luminar accused its billionaire founder of dodging information requests, as it evaluates potential legal claims.
Ethernovia raises $90M as investors rush to fund ‘physical AI’
The automotive-focused company is looking to expand its Ethernet-based processors to fields like robotics.
SpaceX didn’t properly inspect crane before collapse at Starbase, OSHA says
The federal safety agency has hit SpaceX with a $115,850 fine after finding seven “serious” violations during its investigation.
How YC-backed Bucket Robotics survived its first CES
Now, the startup is turning its attention to building the business, fundraising and striking commercial deals.
Chinese EVs inch closer to the US as Canada slashes tariffs
The country is dropping its import tax from 100% to just 6.1%, with an initial annual cap of 49,000 cars.