The deal with Cursor, founded by Sualeh Asif, is part of a broader initiative by Musk to transform SpaceX into a major player in the AI sector. Alternatively, SpaceX may opt to pay $10 billion for collaborative work with Cursor. The integration of Cursor's AI coding assistant with SpaceX's supercomputing resources is expected to create powerful AI models, potentially reshaping the competitive landscape in both aerospace and AI industries.
TECHNOLOGYPublished 23 Apr 2026 • Published 1 day ago
Elon Musk's SpaceX Acquires AI Startup Cursor for $60 Billion
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SpaceX has secured an option to acquire AI coding startup Cursor for $60 billion, as part of Elon Musk's strategy to pivot the company towards AI ahead of its IPO. This acquisition could significantly enhance SpaceX's capabilities in AI development.
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