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AI's data center problem could move to space
Original: AI’s data center problem could move to space
A Washington Examiner report argues that the growing strain AI places on data centers — power demand, cooling needs and land use — could eventually push computing infrastructure into orbit, where satellites would get continuous solar energy. The idea is gaining attention as AI companies face rising energy costs and grid constraints on Earth, though significant technical and cost hurdles remain before space-based data centers become realistic.
Why now: Concerns over AI's soaring energy and data center demands are driving interest in unconventional solutions like orbital computing.
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