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MIT Technology Review Explains: Let our writers untangle the complex, messy world of technology to help you understand what’s coming next. You can read more from the series here. In January, Elon Musk’s SpaceX filed an application with the US Federal Communications Commission to launch up to one million data centers into Earth’s orbit. The…
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MIT Technology Review (United States) | Apr 03, 2026
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Investing in space data centers diverts resources from critical issues like climate change and social inequality that need immediate attention.
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Before pursuing space data centers, we must first optimize existing terrestrial systems to address current inefficiencies and environmental impacts.
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The risks of space debris and potential collisions make the idea of space-based data centers highly irresponsible and dangerous.
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Launching data centers into space could significantly reduce energy consumption and carbon emissions associated with terrestrial data centers.
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Space-based data centers could enhance global internet access, particularly in remote areas that lack infrastructure on Earth.
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