SpaceX

**Overview** SpaceX is an American aerospace manufacturer, space transportation services company, and communications corporation headquartered in Hawthorne, California. Founded in 2002 by Elon Musk, SpaceX designs, manufactures, and launches the Falcon 9 and Falcon Heavy rockets, the Dragon spacecraft, and is developing the Starship launch system. SpaceX operates the Starlink satellite internet constellation with over 6,000 satellites in orbit. **Bitcoin Strategy & News** SpaceX disclosed holding 18,712 BTC in its S-1 filing with the SEC on May 20, 2026, ahead of its anticipated IPO. The company originally accumulated approximately 25,724 BTC starting in 2021, alongside Tesla's well-publicized Bitcoin purchase. SpaceX sold a portion during the 2022 crypto downturn, reducing holdings to 18,712 BTC, a position unchanged since mid-2024. The cost basis is approximately $661 million (~$35,324 per BTC). SpaceX's Bitcoin treasury disclosure ranked it among the largest corporate Bitcoin holders globally. **Key Figures** - **Elon Musk** – CEO & Chief Engineer, primary architect of SpaceX's Bitcoin acquisition strategy and the company's broader financial vision. - **Gwynne Shotwell** – President & COO, responsible for day-to-day operations and business strategy.