DOGE-1 Receives Regulatory Approval for SpaceX Moon Mission
The Dogecoin-funded SpaceX moon mission, known as DOGE-1, has received an important regulatory approval from the National Telecommunications and Information Administration. This approval is a crucial step towards obtaining the final Federal Communications Commission license that the mission requires.
Geometric Energy Corporation Developing DOGE-1 Satellite
The DOGE-1 project was announced in May 2021, and it involves the development of a satellite by space technology firm Geometric Energy Corporation. The satellite is set to be launched into space aboard a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket.
DOGE-1 X-Band Approval Received
According to Samuel Reid, CEO of Geometric Energy Corporation, DOGE-1 has received approval for DOGE-1 X-Band from the National Telecommunications and Information Administration. However, other approvals are still pending, including the FCC license grant for X-Band and S-Band.
First Satellite Fully Funded by DOGE Tokens
The DOGE-1 satellite will feature a miniature screen that will display advertisements, images, and logos broadcasted to Earth. This launch will be the first instance of a satellite being entirely funded using DOGE tokens.
Launch Delayed to January 2024
The planned launch of DOGE-1 has faced multiple delays attributed to SpaceX’s launch provider, Intuitive Machines. As a result, the original launch schedule for 2022 has been postponed, and the current target is set for January 2024.
Other Dogecoin Moon Missions in Progress
In addition to DOGE-1, there are other Dogecoin-related moon missions underway. Dogecoin recently announced plans to send a physical Dogecoin to the Moon in collaboration with Astrobotic Technology. This mission will also include payloads from various entities, including a physical Bitcoin token sponsored by BitMEX.
Hot Take: DOGE-1 Set to Make History with Dogecoin-Funded Moon Mission
The Dogecoin-funded SpaceX moon mission, DOGE-1, is making significant progress with the recent regulatory approval. This mission, scheduled for launch in January 2024, will mark a historic moment as the first satellite fully funded by DOGE tokens. With the development of the DOGE-1 satellite and its unique features, such as a miniature screen for broadcasting content to Earth, this project showcases the growing influence of cryptocurrencies in space exploration. As more crypto-related moon missions emerge, it highlights the innovative and collaborative efforts within the crypto community to push boundaries and explore new frontiers.