SpaceX Seeks FCC Approval for Million-Satellite Space Data Center Constellation

• SpaceX has filed with the FCC to launch up to 1 million satellites to create orbital data centers for AI computing.
• The solar-powered network aims to meet the explosive growth in data demands driven by artificial intelligence.
• SpaceX claims the space-based data centers would be more cost-effective and environmentally friendly than land-based ones, using radiative cooling and solar energy.
• Elon Musk commented on the filing, stating, "I thought we'd start small and work our way up."
• The FCC request comes amidst reports of SpaceX considering a merger with xAI or Tesla Inc., and Musk's public advocacy for orbital data centers.

Why It Matters: SpaceX plans a massive satellite constellation for AI data centers in space, promising efficiency and sustainability.