Earth experienced significant solar activity as the Sun unleashed multiple powerful flares, including an X8.3, the strongest of 2026 so far. This intense burst from sunspot 4366 caused radio blackouts in the South Pacific and disrupted signals in Australia and New Zealand. While most solar material may miss Earth, a slight impact is possible, potentially boosting auroras.
‘SpaceX and xAI are now one company’: What the merger means for AI and space
Elon Musk has united his space venture SpaceX with his artificial intelligence company xAI. This strategic move aims to combine rocket and satellite technology with advanced AI systems. The integration…
