# CNBC reports that Microsoft considered a potential deal for Cursor.

*genai · news · 2026-04-24 · BOL News*

## Key points

- SpaceX secured the right to acquire AI startup Cursor for $60 billion later this year.
- Microsoft considered a deal with Cursor before SpaceX reached its agreement, according to CNBC.
- If SpaceX does not complete the acquisition, it will still pay Cursor $10 billion for collaboration.
- Cursor was recently valued by VCs at $50 billion, prior to the SpaceX deal.

**Companies:** Microsoft, SpaceX, Cursor
**Countries:** Pakistan, United States

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