3 outlets·3 reports
Google is reportedly considering working with SpaceX on orbital data centers
ThinkingNews Desk · how this was written
Google is engaged in discussions with SpaceX and additional aerospace partners about a potential rocket launch agreement aimed at deploying data center facilities in orbit. The talks are part of Google’s broader initiative to explore the placement of its data infrastructure beyond Earth, seeking to expand its capabilities through space-based operations.
Written from all 3 reports below, not from any single one.
How it was reported
- TechMeme·Sources: Google is in talks with SpaceX and other companies for a rocket launch deal, as Google expands its own efforts to put orbital data centers in space (Wall Street Journal)
- TechCrunch·Report: Google and SpaceX in talks to put data centers into orbit
- Engadget·Google is reportedly considering working with SpaceX on orbital data centers
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