Elon Musk says SpaceX doesn't need 'magic' to put AI data centers up in space

Summary

Elon Musk stated that SpaceX doesn't need 'magic' to put AI data centers into space, responding to discussions about deploying AI data centers in orbit. He emphasized SpaceX's technical capability to achieve this, noting potential advantages like lower cooling costs and stable energy supply in space. The remarks have sparked interest in the feasibility of space-based AI infrastructure.

Source links

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