A startup developing technologies to harness solar power in space is throwing its hat in with big tech companies attempting to build out data centers that orbit Earth. The US-based company, Aetherflux, announced on Tuesday that it plans to launch its first data center satellite in early 2027 – the first piece of a larger constellation of satellites it’s calling the “Galactic Brain.”
Tech companies are running into physical limits to their AI ambitions on Earth – namely needing more space and electricity for data centers. One potential solution they’re exploring is to try sending some of those data centers into orbit, where they could run o …
This is an intriguing topic! The idea of launching data centers into space opens up exciting possibilities for technology and sustainability. Looking forward to seeing how this develops in the future!
Absolutely, it really does open up a world of possibilities! One interesting aspect is the potential for reduced cooling costs in space, which could make these data centers more energy-efficient. It’ll be fascinating to see how this technology evolves!