"As artificial intelligence fuels surging demand for computing power, Elon Musk has hinted that SpaceX may use its Starlink V3 satellites to develop space-based data centers. Musk's remarks come as companies explore how orbital infrastructure could solve the Earth-bound energy and cooling challenges that come with hyperscale AI computing. SpaceX could lead the race to orbit-based computing After Ars Technica published a report on autonomous space construction,"
"Musk replied on X: "Simply scaling up Starlink V3 satellites, which have high speed laser links would work. SpaceX will be doing this." SpaceX's Starlink V3 platform is capable of up to 1 terabit per second (Tbps) throughput, so it could potentially form the foundation for orbital computing clusters powered by solar energy. Simply scaling up Starlink V3 satellites, which have high speed laser links would work. SpaceX will be doing this.- Elon Musk (@elonmusk) October 31, 2025"
SpaceX may repurpose Starlink V3 satellites into orbital data centers that leverage high-speed laser links and solar power to support hyperscale AI computing. Orbital clusters based on Starlink V3 could provide up to 1 terabit per second throughput per satellite, potentially reducing terrestrial land, water, and power footprints associated with conventional data centers. Proponents emphasize energy and cooling relief for Earth-bound facilities. Critics raise concerns about the economics, complexity, and long-term maintenance of large-scale orbital computing systems. SpaceX’s reusable Falcon 9 rockets and a profitable Starlink network strengthen operational credibility for pursuing such infrastructure.
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