Named after John Glenn, the Blue Origin’s New Glenn rocket promises to revolutionize heavy-lift space missions with its advanced technology. (Blue Origin) Space 

Blue Origin, led by Jeff Bezos, introduces New Glenn rocket, marking a new chapter in space exploration

Blue Origin, the space technology company founded by billionaire Jeff Bezos, has reached a major milestone as its New Glenn rocket made its debut on the launch pad at Launch Complex 36 (LC-36). This is the first time the advanced heavy-lift vehicle has been rolled out and erected, offering a preview of what can be expected for upcoming space missions. The new Glenn rocket makes its debut According to a Blue Origin blog post. The New Glenn rocket is poised to play a key role in a number of missions,…

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A person has a conversation with a Humanoid Robot from AI Life, on display at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas, Nevada on January 10, 2024. (AFP) AI 

Jeff Bezos and Nvidia team up with OpenAI to invest in humanoid robot startup

According to sources familiar with the matter, Jeff Bezos, Nvidia Corp., and other prominent technology companies are backing a company that is creating robots with human-like capabilities. This investment is part of a larger effort to explore innovative uses for artificial intelligence technology. Startup Figure AI Inc., which is also backed by OpenAI and Microsoft Corp., is raising about $675 million in a funding round with a preliminary valuation of about $2 billion, said the people, who asked not to be identified because of the matter. is private. Through his…

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Blue Origin's latest flight served as a much needed win for the company, which has struggled with executing its most ambitious spaceflight programs. (AFP) Space 

Long-awaited return as Bezos’ Blue Origin successfully launches to space

After a 15-month hiatus, Blue Origin LLC’s space tourism rocket successfully completed a round trip to space, hinting at the possibility of the company resuming its regular flights. This achievement comes after a previous setback during a flight last year. The flight was a much-needed victory for the company, which has struggled to realize its most ambitious spaceflight programs. Although its New Shepard rocket did not carry passengers during Tuesday’s flight, Blue Origin said it plans to resume crew missions in the near future. “After a thorough evaluation of today’s…

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Blue Origin to launch its rocket, Big Shepard. Know what the company has planned. (AFP) Space 

Blue Origin, led by Jeff Bezos, set to return to space with Big Shepard rocket following previous mishap

Blue Origin, the American company founded by billionaire Jeff Bezos, is set to launch its rocket, Big Shepard, on Monday, marking its return to space after a year-long hiatus following an accident. The launch is scheduled for 8:30 am local time (14H30 GMT) from the west Texas pad, and Blue Origin intends to live stream the event. This mission, called NS-24, does not carry a crew, but rather equipment for scientific experiments, more than half of which Blue Origin developed in collaboration with NASA. In an accident in September 2022,…

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Jeff Bezos shares Amazon's meeting culture in a recent Lex Fridman podcast where he revealed what he thinks of the bulletted points in PowerPoint presentations. (AFP) News 

Jeff Bezos discusses the drawbacks of PowerPoint presentations in Lex Fridman podcast, emphasizing the issue.

During a recent Lex Fridman podcast, Jeff Bezos, the creator of Amazon and Blue Origin, discussed his preferences for Amazon meetings. He provided valuable insights into the meeting process, emphasizing the significance of meeting goals. Bezos also delved into the specifics of his renowned 6-page memos and how Amazon ensures productive and informative meetings. Discover the methods employed by Amazon to make their meetings engaging, result-oriented, and tailored to Bezos’ preferences. Jeff Bezos on Amazon’s unique meeting culture In a podcast clip shared by fromprodmgmt.world, Bezos explains that his “perfect…

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FTC Prepares to Take Legal Action Against Amazon in Potential Antitrust Case

According to Politico’s report on Tuesday, the U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is in the process of completing its highly anticipated antitrust lawsuit against Amazon, which could potentially result in the division of certain segments of the company. A wide-ranging lawsuit is expected as early as August and is likely to challenge many of Amazon’s business practices, the report said, citing people familiar with the matter. The complaint may focus on challenges to Amazon Prime, Amazon’s rules, which the FTC says prevent lower prices from competing websites, and policies it…

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Blue Origin Investigating Cause of Rocket Engine Explosion During Testing

Blue Origin, led by Jeff Bezos, continues to face technical challenges as it recently encountered an issue. On June 30th, during a firing test in Texas, a BE-4 engine exploded approximately 10 seconds into the test. Fortunately, no injuries were reported. However, it is worth noting that this engine was intended to be utilized by United Launch Alliance (ULA) for its second Vulcan rocket launch. The investigation is still ongoing. Blue Origin says it has a “proximate cause” for the explosion and is working on unspecified “corrective measures.” The company…

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Blue Origin to Establish Launch Sites Outside of the US

According to the Financial Times, Blue Origin, owned by billionaire Jeff Bezos, is set to broaden its presence worldwide in the ongoing billionaire space race. The company intends to extend its operations to Europe and other regions, with the primary focus being on establishing an international launch facility. While Blue Origin already has established bases in Texas, Washington, Florida, and Alabama, the specific location for this new facility has yet to be determined. Additionally, the company is actively seeking new acquisitions and partnerships beyond the United States, particularly in sectors…

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The flight's rocket consisted of a single booster, with Blue Origin's NS-23 capsule on top carrying a scientific payload News 

Jeff Bezos’ company Blue Origin will begin spaceflight “soon” after the 2022 crash

Jeff Bezos’ space company Blue Origin said on Friday it hopes to resume rocket flights “soon” after an investigation into last year’s crash is completed – but it must wait for US regulators to accept the findings. The company’s New Shepard suborbital rockets intended for space travel, among others, have been grounded after the September 2022 accident, which occurred shortly after liftoff from Texas. The incident marked a setback for the Amazon founder’s company, although observers were encouraged by the fact that if people had been on board, they likely…

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Senator Bernie Sanders, an independent from Vermont, gestures while speaking during an event at the Union of Retail, Wholesale and Department Stores (RWDSU) headquarters in Birmingham, Alabama, USA, on Friday, March 26, 2021. In a closely watched election, Amazon.com Incs workers in Bessemer, Alabama, the distribution center began voting seven weeks ago on whether to join the RWDSU in an effort controversial to form a union. Photographer: Andi Rice / Bloomberg (Bloomberg) News 

Amazon faces biggest union push in history

The second Jennifer Bates walks away from her post at the Amazon warehouse where she works, the clock starts ticking. She has exactly 30 minutes to get to the cafeteria and come back for her lunch break. This means going through a warehouse the size of 14 football fields, which takes up precious time. She avoids bringing food from home because reheating it in the microwave would cost her even more minutes. Instead, she opts for cold $4 sandwiches from the vending machine and hurries back to her post. If…

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Elon Musk's rapid rise is mainly due to Tesla's course of action. The company currently has a market capitalization of nearly $ 500 billion, having started the year at less than $ 100 billion. (REUTERS) News 

Elon Musk just beat Bill Gates to become the second richest man in the world

Elon Musk defeated Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates to become the second richest person in the world according to the Bloomberg Billionaires Index. Musk’s net worth is now around $128 billion after growing by $100 billion this year. It will take some time for Musk to reach the top position on the list held by Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos. There is a huge gap between Musk and Bezos, who reported a net worth of $182 billion. However, it was a significant rise for the CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, who was…

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