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EPISODE · Feb 10, 2026 · 39 MIN

Why Are Billionaires Rushing to Own Space?

from The Room Where It Happened

How does a personal space flight spark a mission to reshape humanity’s future? For Dylan Taylor, it started with a transcendent experience in orbit, which led him to found Space for Humanity, a non-profit dedicated to expanding access to space travel. His vision grew from a desire to unlock space’s transformative potential for solving Earth’s most pressing issues, and today, he’s helping to shape a future where space is accessible to all.In this episode, Dylan Taylor takes us through his unexpected journey, from his life-changing space flight to the creation of Voyager Technologies (NYSE: VOYG), a global leader in national security and space solutions. As founder, Chairman, and CEO, Dylan is also leading a joint venture to develop Starlab, a next-generation commercial space station with partners like Airbus, Mitsubishi, MDA Space, and Palantir. He shares how his work in space technology is already impacting Earth, from breakthroughs in cancer treatment to innovations in microgravity. Dylan also discusses the high-stakes decisions, partnerships, and bold moves that are accelerating humanity’s progress through space. This conversation is about vision, purpose, and the power of expanding human potential through exploration. Dylan's story reveals how space isn’t just about discovery, it’s about solving real-world problems and creating a future where anyone can reach for the stars.IFS - award-winning Asset & Service Management software 👉 Reimagine your operations at: https://highpfrmc.com/rwih-ifs-yt Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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