Who gives a Zuck? Seattle does, apparently: Meta CEO’s giant yacht brings gawkers to Lake Union
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No one knew why the $300 million, 387-foot Launchpad was in Seattle.
Some wished it wasn't.
Others were pretty thrilled to get a glimpse of the gleaming blue and white vessel, backed into a giant slip along Westlake Avenue North. https://www.geekwire.com/2026/who-gives-a-zuck-seattle-does-apparently-meta-ceos-giant-yacht-brings-gawkers-to-lake-union/">Read More
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