The U.S. had landed on the moon again after 50 years. Kudos to Lonestar Data Holdings, a Maritime and Defense Technology Hub tenant, for being part of this remarkable event.
The Lonestar team successfully transmitted data in-route to the the moon and from the lunar surface from the Intuitive Machines lunar lander.
A great quote that sums this up..."Putting data centers on the moon — yesterday, it was science fiction. Today, it's science fact," Chris Stott, Lonestar Data Holdings.
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We are a little more than a month away from an exciting Morning Sparks where we will explore our role as one of the largest innovation districts globally! Expect to learn new information on how we plan to drive greater regional economic growth and competition, act as catalysts for economic opportunities in neighboring communities, and strategically position our district for growth in competitive and sustainable ways. This will be the first SPID event held at ARK Innovation Center, so mark your calendar for Friday, August 1st.
What's next for launching rockets into space? Launching rockets from the sea. With limited land availability and significant costs, companies like Seagate Space see a game-changing solution in developing offshore launchpads. There is also a sense of urgency as other countries have included offshore infrastructure as part of their space strategy. Seagate Space and The Spaceport Company are positioned to lead the way for Florida in this new frontier.
Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) is more than just helicopters or planes; it’s the future of transportation. St. Petersburg is looking ahead into electric Vertical Takeoff and Landing (eVTOL) aircraft that can perform tasks beyond the capabilities of traditional aviation. Think faster disaster relief response, private air taxis, and much more.