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Boom Supersonic faces warning light on 2029 entry into service for Overture
Boom Supersonic is expected to face delays to the commercialisation schedule for its Overture supersonic passenger jet after United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby said first delivery would not happen in 2029. He also voiced concerns about development and U.S. FAA certification. Boom has set a goal of completing certification by 2029 and carrying its first paying passengers, while expanding a natural-gas turbine business aimed at rising AI data-centre power demand.
Crypto
SEC chair reaffirms crypto regulatory push despite CLARITY bill hurdles
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission has reaffirmed its plan to build a comprehensive cryptocurrency regulatory framework despite legislative uncertainty in Washington. SEC Chair Paul Atkins said on X that the agency would continue its fight to provide a common-sense and comprehensive U.S. crypto market structure. His remarks come as uncertainty rises around the CLARITY bill, which failed to clear a procedural threshold in the Senate on Sept. 15.
Industry
China to launch Chang\'e 7 mission to try landing near moon\'s south pole Shackleton crater
China plans to launch Chang\'e 7 as early as Sunday to attempt a landing near the moon\'s south pole Shackleton crater, Ars Technica reported on Aug. 18. The mission, carried by a Long March 5 rocket, includes an orbiter, lander, rover and a small hopping probe. Success could secure key data from a prized polar region and carry geopolitical resonance, potentially affecting U.S. public opinion, congressional moves and NASA reforms under new administrator Jared Isaacman.
