Chris Larsen, executive chairman of Ripple, expressed his admiration for the space ambitions of co-founder Jed McCaleb. McCaleb is advancing his aerospace startup Vast, working on the development of a commercial space station called Haven-1.
Jed McCaleb's Space Expansion
Jed McCaleb, primarily known as the co-founder of Ripple, is actively involved in developing his aerospace startup Vast. The project is in an active development stage, and its ambitions are highly praised by experts such as Chris Larsen.
Construction of the Haven-1 Space Station
One of McCaleb's key initiatives is the construction of the Haven-1 space station, which began earlier this year. The station structure will provide 1,600 cubic feet of habitable space, with the first astronauts planned to be delivered via a Falcon 9 rocket.
The Role of Private Companies in Space
McCaleb's project has the opportunity to secure a significant NASA contract for the station's launch, and he is ready to invest substantial funds despite his lack of aerospace industry experience. NASA plans to launch a replacement for the International Space Station (ISS) in cooperation with private companies.
McCaleb and his startup Vast aim to play a significant role in the future of the space industry, highlighting the importance of the private sector in space exploration. The project's success will depend on private investments and cooperation with organizations like NASA.
