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SpaceX exercises option to acquire AI coding startup Cursor for $60 billion in all-stock deal

SpaceX has agreed to buy Cursor, the AI coding platform backed by Anysphere, for $60 billion, using an all-stock transaction after exercising an acquisition option. The move extends a prior option announced earlier this year and is positioned to strengthen SpaceX’s AI ambitions against rivals offering developer coding tools.

2026-06-16T03:50:52.645607-07:00

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PiLogic partners with AFRL to apply predictive AI anomaly detection for satellite failure monitoring

2026-06-16T05:18:38.465720-07:00

DefenseNews.com

Shield AI debuts X-BAT and Boeing advances long-range JDAM standoff munitions at Sea Air Space

2026-06-15T06:49:20.692693-07:00

Wall Street Journal

Space and AI investors chase the “rocket-to-AI” narrative, driving record financings as the IPO wave spreads

2026-06-14T19:18:24.369579-07:00

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Geospatial industry launches maritime initiative

2026-06-16T05:24:29.433249-07:00

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PiLogic partners with AFRL to apply predictive AI anomaly detection for satellite failure monitoring PiLogic is partnering with the U.S. Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) to bring its predictive technology for satellite failure detection into military use. The collaboration focuses on using AI-driven anomaly detection to identify satellite issues before they become operational failures.

2026-06-16T05:18:38.465720-07:00

PiLogic partners with AFRL to apply predictive AI anomaly detection for satellite failure monitoring

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SpaceX exercises option to acquire AI coding startup Cursor for $60 billion in all-stock deal SpaceX has agreed to buy Cursor, the AI coding platform backed by Anysphere, for $60 billion, using an all-stock transaction after exercising an acquisition option. The move extends a prior option announced earlier this year and is positioned to strengthen SpaceX’s AI ambitions against rivals offering developer coding tools.

2026-06-16T03:50:52.645607-07:00

SpaceX exercises option to acquire AI coding startup Cursor for $60 billion in all-stock deal

DefenseNews.com

Shield AI debuts X-BAT and Boeing advances long-range JDAM standoff munitions at Sea Air Space At Sea Air Space in Washington, D.C., Shield AI showcased its X-BAT, while Boeing highlighted progress on long-range JDAM standoff weapons. A separate segment also surfaced emerging underwater special-forces gear and additional updates on standoff munitions and defense finance.

2026-06-15T06:49:20.692693-07:00

Shield AI debuts X-BAT and Boeing advances long-range JDAM standoff munitions at Sea Air Space

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EOS acquires MARSS to scale AI-enabled detect-to-defeat counter-drone C2, unveils enlarged integrated package at Eurosatory 2026 Electro Optic Systems (EOS) has completed the acquisition of AI-enabled command-and-control supplier MARSS, positioning the company to offer integrated counter-drone “detect-to-defeat” solutions. EOS plans to roll out the expanded counter-drone business model at Eurosatory 2026, bundling detection and operational neutralisation in a single pitch to buyers.

2026-06-14T22:31:07.267671-07:00

EOS acquires MARSS to scale AI-enabled detect-to-defeat counter-drone C2, unveils enlarged integrated package at Eurosatory 2026

Wall Street Journal

Space and AI investors chase the “rocket-to-AI” narrative, driving record financings as the IPO wave spreads Financings tied to SpaceX and major AI players (including Anthropic and Alphabet) are fueling a rapid expansion of capital into space startups, where investors appear willing to absorb heavy new issuance despite rising risk. The momentum is prompting additional IPO-driven fundraising as companies seek to ride the public-market spotlight.

2026-06-14T19:18:24.369579-07:00

Space and AI investors chase the “rocket-to-AI” narrative, driving record financings as the IPO wave spreads

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FAA nears selection of ASI (over Palantir) and Thales for AI-powered air traffic management tied to SMART NAS overhaul The FAA is close to awarding its AI-powered air traffic management system contract, weighing ASI against Palantir and Thales, according to the reporting. The program—SMART—was described by the FAA as a central pillar of its National Airspace System modernization plan, poised to reshape the ATC stack built on legacy technology.

2026-06-13T16:20:24.638043-07:00

FAA nears selection of ASI (over Palantir) and Thales for AI-powered air traffic management tied to SMART NAS overhaul

Bloomberg

Putin: Russia expanding a satellite-drone control constellation to outclass Starlink for strike support; FPV and AI drone work u Vladimir Putin told service members Russia is expanding a domestically produced satellite network intended to control assault drones, positioning it as superior to Starlink for “drone control.” He also cited work on FPV drones and AI-powered drones, alongside a pledge to step up strikes on Ukrainian infrastructure.

2026-06-12T10:11:52.438542-07:00

Putin: Russia expanding a satellite-drone control constellation to outclass Starlink for strike support; FPV and AI drone work u

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SpaceX exercises option to acquire AI coding startup Cursor for $60 billion in all-stock deal

PiLogic partners with AFRL to apply predictive AI anomaly detection for satellite failure monitoring

Shield AI debuts X-BAT and Boeing advances long-range JDAM standoff munitions at Sea Air Space

Space and AI investors chase the “rocket-to-AI” narrative, driving record financings as the IPO wave spreads

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