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Fusion42 · 28 September 2026 · Fusion42 review
SpaceX successfully launched the Starship rocket from Starbase, Texas, achieving its first orbital flight and deploying 26 Starlink V3 satellites, including three with cameras for heat shield inspection, a key step for NASA's Artemis IV lunar mission in 2028. Despite the milestone, SpaceX's stock price saw a modest 0.75% increase, indicating a tempered market reaction.
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The first orbital Starship launch opens door to satellite deployment and lunar mission contracts. You need to connect with suppliers and partners linked to NASA’s Artemis programme to access upcoming space tech opportunities.
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