SpaceX and xAI could be merging. Why Elon Musk is doing it—and what might happen next

Two of Elon Musk’s best-known companies look likely to be headed for a mega merger ahead of a mooted IPO. SpaceX, the South African entrepreneur’s space exploration firm, and xAI, the AI company he established in 2023 to challenge OpenAI, are reportedly in discussions ahead of a merger and initial public offerings.

What smart people are saying about the biggest, most anticipated IPOs of the year: SpaceX and OpenAI

Tech giants SpaceX and OpenAI are expected to go public in 2026. Here's what smart people in business and tech are saying.