SpaceX Seeks FCC Approval for 1 Million Solar-Powered Satellite Data Centers

SpaceX has submitted a filing to the Federal Communications Commission proposing the deployment of up to one million solar-powered satellites intended to function as data centers for artificial intelligence computing. The ambitious plan frames the constellation as essential for meeting AI demand and a step toward Kardashev II civilization status. This request follows recent partial approval for a smaller tranche of Starlink satellites amid growing orbital congestion concerns.

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