Pentagon urges U.S. space companies to stay vigilant against foreign intelligence

Safeguarding the U.S. Space Industry from foreign adversaries' exploitation.

Key points:

1. Foreign intelligence entities (FIEs) can exploit American space companies through various strategies, including investments, joint ventures, and acquisitions.
2. FIEs view U.S. space-related innovation and assets as threats and opportunities to acquire vital technologies and expertise.
3. The Pentagon has implemented measures to ensure vetted sources of capital and reviews foreign transactions to protect national security.

Hint on Elon Musk: Elon Musk, as the CEO of companies like SpaceX and Tesla, is a key player in the U.S. space industry, making him a potential target for foreign adversaries aiming to exploit American space assets.