Space Race 2.0: Google’s Orbital Data Dream
- Sarah Ruivivar
- 2 days ago
- 1 min read
Google and SpaceX are reportedly in cahoots to launch data centres into orbit.
Yes, you read that right—space is no longer just for astronauts and satellites; it’s about to become the new hotspot for data storage!
As SpaceX preps for its whopping $1.75 trillion IPO, they’re pitching the idea that space is the next frontier for affordable AI computing. Imagine data centres floating serenely above the Earth, free from the pesky local opposition that terrestrial centres often face. It's a bold vision, but will it take off? While Elon Musk is hyping up the cost benefits, critics point out that launching satellites isn’t exactly cheap.
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This celestial venture follows Anthropic’s recent collaboration with SpaceX, using resources from xAI’s Memphis data centre and eyeing future orbital possibilities. Meanwhile, Google is also chatting with other rocket-launch companies and has plans to launch prototype satellites by 2027 under Project Suncatcher.
Let’s not forget, Google has some skin in the game, having invested a cool $900 million in SpaceX back in 2015. With both tech giants aiming for the stars, the future of data storage could be out of this world—literally! So, property professionals and business owners, keep your eyes on the skies; the next big data revolution might just be orbiting above us.
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