T-Minus Space Daily

AI in orbit and the future of spaceports.

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Aug 18, 2025
SpaceX's eyebrow-raising tax situation raises questions about its government support. NASA and Google are testing a groundbreaking AI medical assistant for astronauts, aiming to enhance long missions. Industry experts discuss the rise of spaceports, emphasizing the importance of collaboration and strategic planning for their future. Meanwhile, advancements like FAA approvals for test flights and innovative projects from Voyager and Latent AI showcase the rapid evolution of the space industry.
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SpaceX's Tax Advantage Explained

  • SpaceX likely paid little to no federal income tax by using indefinite net operating loss carryforwards created after 2017 tax changes.
  • The company still reported small income tax payments but largely offsets future taxable income with past losses.
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AI Medical Assistant For Deep Space

  • NASA and Google are prototyping an AI medical assistant called CMODA to support astronauts during communication delays.
  • The tool uses spaceflight literature, NLP, and ML to assist crew medical officers with diagnoses and predictive analytics.
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Edge AI Investment For Space Ops

  • Voyager Technologies invested in Latent AI to bring advanced edge AI into space and defense use cases.
  • The partnership aims to speed product development and broaden hardware reach for faster targeting and situational awareness.
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