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TNB Tech Minute: Rocket Maker Ursa Major Plans Debut Via Blank-Check Merger

Aug 25, 2026 · 2m

Summary

Rocket maker Ursa Major Technologies is set to go public via a SPAC merger, valuing the hypersonic missile developer at $2.3 billion. This move contributes to a record-breaking U.S. IPO market, following SpaceX’s massive offering and ahead of potential listings by AI giants Anthropic and OpenAI. Meanwhile, infrastructure firms like Switch and SB Energy are preparing for debuts, and Hyundai Mobis is gaining valuation from its expanding robot actuator business.

Topics discussed

Intro: AWS AI ad and TNB Tech Minute welcome Ursa Major Technologies goes public via SPAC merger U.S. IPO market on track for record year Anthropic, Aura, and other tech IPO updates OpenAI listing plans and Hyundai Mobis valuation Hyundai Mobis robot actuator business growth Outro and AWS AI advertisement
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