Source: TechCrunch
Summary
On the latest episode of TechCrunch’s Equity podcast, the hosts discussed Elon Musk’s vision for data centers in space. According to the episode, Musk wants to launch data centers into orbit to provide global internet connectivity. The idea is to offer a satellite-based internet service that can reach remote areas. The hosts debated the feasibility and potential impact of such a project.
Our Reading
The announcement sounds ambitious.
Elon Musk’s plan for space-based data centers is the latest iteration of the “space internet” concept. This is not the first time someone has proposed launching data centers into orbit. It’s also not the first time we’ve heard promises of global internet connectivity via satellite. The idea of space-based data centers has been around for years, and it’s still unclear if it’s more than just a pipe dream. Because what could possibly go wrong with launching sensitive electronics into space?
Author: Evan Null
