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Jeff Bezos envisions space-based data centers in 10 to 20 years — could allow for natural cooling and more effective solar power

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Jeff Bezos foresees the development of space-based data centers within the next 10 to 20 years, leveraging continuous solar power and easier cooling in orbit to potentially surpass Earth-based facilities in efficiency and cost. The absence of atmospheric disruptions in space ensures consistent energy collection for 24/7 applications like AI model training. However, constructing such data centers in space poses significant challenges, including the immense scale of solar panel arrays and radiators required, as well as the substantial costs involved. While the concept is technically feasible, the logistical, economic, and engineering obstacles are substantial, making the realization of orbital data centers a complex endeavor.

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