The Universe Is Expanding Faster Than Light (Cosmic Acceleration Explained) The expansion of the universe is speeding up. Galaxies billions of light years away are moving faster than light because space itself is stretching. This mind-blowing phenomenon, driven by dark energy, shows how the universe is accelerating every second. Discover the science behind cosmic expansion in this quick space short. Perfect for fans of universe facts, astrophysics, dark energy, and cosmic mysteries. universe exp