Psyche is often said to be worth around £8,000,000,000,000,000,000 based on estimates of how much metal it may contain. This ...

Asteroid mining has moved from science fiction pitch decks into serious technical studies, but the gap between concept and commercial reality remains wide. A new wave of research is trying to quantify ...

(CNN) — Asteroids contain large quantities of both precious and common metals, and despite the obvious challenges in reaching them, a few startups say these celestial bodies could offer a sustainable ...

Our planet had a "second moon" for a hot minute in 2024. This gave space entrepreneurs a bright idea. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it ...

Is Space Mining Our Future Gold Mine? This video explores the potential of asteroid mining for rare-earth metals and minerals ...