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The Ongoing Debate Over Ownership and Profits from the Moon

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This article examines the tension between a 1960s treaty that prohibits ownership of outer space and the current interests of billionaires and superpowers aiming to profit from lunar resources. It highlights the evolving challenges in space law as economic opportunities in space become more tangible. The discussion reflects ongoing debates about sovereignty and commercialization beyond Earth.

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Originally published by nyt