Is asteroid mining the greatest economic opportunity in human history, or a trillion-dollar gamble that could rewrite the very meaning of value?

In this episode, we explore the economics, engineering, and geopolitics of extracting resources beyond Earth. From the mind-bending valuation of asteroid 16 Psyche to the paradox of abundance, orbital fuel stations powered by space ice, and the legal and ethical questions surrounding ownership in space, we uncover how the transition from a planetary economy to a celestial economy could reshape global markets, finance, and the future of exploration.

Tune into this episode of Uncoined as we venture into the next frontier of finance and ask whether humanity's greatest resource boom lies not beneath our feet, but among the stars.

As humanity moves closer to becoming a multi-planet civilisation, a critical question emerges: will space become a frontier of shared progress or a new arena of inequality?

In this episode, we explore the rise of the space economy through the lens of access, power, and governance, unpacking the emergence of a cosmic elite, the growing satellite divide, and the risk of history’s inequalities being replicated beyond Earth. We also examine whether space can be governed as a global public good or become the ultimate monopoly frontier.

Tune into the third episode of Uncoined, where we dive into the economics and ethics of the final frontier and ask: If Space is the future, who gets to be a part of it?

Is outer space humanity’s next shared frontier, or the next economy where profit, privilege, and power decide who gets to reap the benefits?

In this episode, we unravel the dimensions that underscore the space economy’s growing relevance, from Cold War rivalries to public investment and now the surge in private spending. We throw light on how this economy gets funded, who maximises gains, and whether the rapid expansion signifies inherent democratisation or paves the way for yet another race for profit, power, and orbital dominance.

Tune into the second episode of Season 3 of Uncoined, where we take a deep dive into the space economy and its hidden intricacies!