"Multiple Videos Capture Kairos Rocket Explosion Moments After Liftoff in Japan"
Space One's inaugural launch of the Kairos rocket ended in failure as the rocket exploded five seconds after liftoff, marking a setback for Japan's space ambitions. The rocket was carrying an experimental satellite for the Japanese government's intelligence center and was meant to monitor military facilities in North Korea. The company, aiming to compete with major players like SpaceX and Rocket Lab, is investigating the incident, while the nation's space sector continues to strive for competitiveness in the global aerospace industry.