What’s the deal with space-based data centers for AI?

What’s the deal with space-based data centers for AI?

Big Tech believes orbital data centers are the best way to scale up compute infrastructure needed to run AI services

Terrestrial data centers are so 2025. We’re taking our large-scale compute infrastructure into orbit, baby! Or at least, that’s what Big Tech is yelling from the rooftops at the moment. It’s quite a bonkers idea that’s hoovering up money and mindspace, so let’s unpack what it’s all about – and whether it’s even grounded in reality.

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Category: AI and Humanoids, Technology

Tags: Space Junk, Artificial Intelligence, Data Center, Elon Musk, SpaceX