SMRTR Science & EngineeringAug 23, 2025Futurism

SpaceX Is Losing a Staggering Amount of Money Every Time One of Its Starships Explodes

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SpaceX faces challenges as Starship prototypes cost hundreds of millions, with nine test flights ending in failure. The tenth test flight aims to deploy Starlink simulators and land safely. These failures impact fundraising, with investors wary of a $500 billion valuation. Musk warns of potential bankruptcy without reliability, while NASA needs Starship operational for Moon missions soon, requiring proof of orbital refueling capabilities.

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