Space Forge Launches First Commercial Semiconductor Manufacturing in Orbit
SPACE ECONOMY
Space Forge has successfully ignited plasma aboard its ForgeStar-1, marking the first commercial semiconductor manufacturing in orbit, which could lead to advancements in cleaner materials for power electronics. In related developments, Apple and Samsung are enhancing iPhone camera technology, while Surgerii Robotics secured $100 million for a single-port surgical robot. Additionally, NVIDIA has introduced new AI models to accelerate robotics development, and TSMC has commenced mass production of 2nm semiconductors vital for AI progress.

Jan 13, 2026, 11:57 PM