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Government and Defense

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SpaceX's government defense business is becoming more important

Baron says government and defense contracts are becoming a larger opportunity for SpaceX, although he does not consider government dependence critical to the overall company.

Ron Baron Government and Defense Source at 47:13

SpaceX's fixed-price approach can undercut traditional defense contractors

Baron argues that SpaceX can perform government work faster and at lower cost because agencies increasingly specify desired outcomes while SpaceX designs solutions and works under fixed-price rather than cost-plus contracts.

Ron Baron Government and Defense Source at 46:19

Satellite security remains a recognized risk

Baron acknowledges the possibility of hostile actors attacking satellites and creating orbital debris, saying SpaceX remains wary of security threats to space assets.

Ron Baron Government and Defense Source at 41:38

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