Cryptocurrency Q&A
Can I purchase the moon?
Can I purchase the moon?
ShintoSanctum
Tue Jun 25 2024
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Could you elaborate on the feasibility of purchasing the moon? I've heard rumors of private space exploration companies aiming for lunar colonization, but is it truly possible for an individual or a corporation to buy the moon outright? Are there any legal frameworks or international treaties that govern the ownership of celestial bodies? Wouldn't such a purchase raise significant ethical and environmental concerns? I'm genuinely curious about the practicality and implications of this seemingly absurd question. Could you break down the challenges and possibilities?
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Martina
Thu Jun 27 2024
Regarding the legality of owning land on the moon, one must understand that there is currently no official authority overseeing or selling lunar real estate.
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Martino
Wed Jun 26 2024
The United Nations Outer Space Treaty, enacted in 1967, explicitly states that no nation can assert sovereignty over any celestial body, including the moon.
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KpopHarmony
Wed Jun 26 2024
This treaty serves as a foundation for international space law and ensures that space exploration remains a cooperative and peaceful endeavor.
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DavidLee
Wed Jun 26 2024
As for the cost, it varies depending on the service provider and the specifics of the offer. Some companies claim to offer deeds to lunar parcels, often with extravagant price tags attached.
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amelia_doe_explorer
Wed Jun 26 2024
It is worth noting, however, that these transactions are not recognized by any government or international body and are thus devoid of legal standing.
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