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Jeff Bezos' Shot At Space

Posted by timothy on from the more-fun-than-yachts dept.

Brad Stone points out his story (due out in Monday's issue of Newsweek) on Jeff Bezos' secret space-oriented company, called Blue Origin -- which aims to launch tourists in a reusable vehicle. The article also touches on some of the other private space ventures you've been reading about lately. (One cool note about Blue Origin is that Neal Stephenson is an employee; I hope he's not allowed anywhere dangerous.)

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  1. What an amazing stunt! by r4lv3k · · Score: 0, Troll

    What was used to shoot Jeff Bezos at space? A really large cannon? Is he expected to survive?

  2. Space? Why? by pummer · · Score: 0, Troll

    Why would anyone venture into space privately? We all know that space travel is obviously one of the most dangerous undertakings humanly possible. Why, then, would anyone in their right mind venture into space, let alone with a company which employs Neal Stephenson.