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SciencePrivate group wants to launch the “cheapest possible” mission to Alpha Centauri

A private group is seeking to launch a mission to Alpha Centauri at the “cheapest possible” price. The effort is framed through the Fermi paradox and the question of why no credible evidence of extraterrestrial civilizations has been found. It also highlights UK mathematician and physicist Philip Johnston, co-founder of orbital data-center company Starcloud.

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AArs Technica★★☆☆☆2026-09-01 10:00Original

Private group wants to launch the “cheapest possible” mission to Alpha Centauri
Private group wants to launch the “cheapest possible” mission to Alpha CentauriScience