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!

Is Mars humanity’s last resort, or the birthplace of a new economy where survival fuels innovation and power shapes who gets to gain from a brand-new world?

In the first episode of Uncoined Season 3, we dive into how extreme scarcity on the Red Planet could spark radical innovation, unlock breakthroughs in energy, resources, and growth, shaping economic systems from the ground up.

How can a barren world ignite unprecedented ingenuity, intense rivalry, and reimagine the space economy? Tune into Red Planet, Green Economy as we unpack humanity’s boldest economic experiment yet.

(00:00) Introduction

(00:14) Humanity’s deadline

(01:52) Mars: Mining, Energy and Fusion

(03:24) Innovation born from Scarcity

(04:28) Building the Martian Economy

(06:55) The Big Picture: Can we even survive this mission?

(09:17) Outro

This year, India finds itself at the cusp of a pivotal moment, replete with optimism, stability and a strong outlook for the future. The Finance Minister, Nirmala Sitharaman, outlined the objectives for the Indian economy, re-emphasising the key dimensions of growth: fiscal prudence, cautious optimism and structured transformations. In this episode of Uncoined Specials, we break down the Union Budget 2026, delving into the stand-alone decisions this year, the ideas proposed and those neglected.

Tune in to our latest episode on your favourite streaming platform to get a better perspective and understand what the future holds for India.