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SoftBank’s CEO isn’t the only one with questions about Elon Musk’s orbital data center hype
Elon Musk has proposed building data centers in orbit, but some industry leaders, including SoftBank's CEO, are skeptical about the feasibility and benefits. Critics question the practicality and cost-effectiveness of such orbital infrastructure. This debate highlights the challenges of innovating in space-based technology for data services.
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Companies may reconsider investments in orbital data infrastructure.
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SoftBank’s CEO isn’t the only one with questions about Elon Musk’s orbital data center hype
Elon Musk has proposed building data centers in orbit, but some industry leaders, including SoftBank's CEO, are skeptical about the feasibility and benefits. Critics question the practicality and cost-effectiveness of such orbital infrastructure. This debate highlights the challenges of innovating in space-based technology for data services.
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SoftBank’s CEO isn’t the only one with questions about Elon Musk’s orbital data center hype
Elon Musk has proposed building data centers in orbit, but some industry leaders, including SoftBank's CEO, are skeptical about the feasibility and benefits. Critics question the practicality and cost-effectiveness of such orbital infrastructure. This debate highlights the challenges of innovating in space-based technology for data services.