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Google’s Project Suncatcher to put ML infrastructure in space

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GMoromisato · 1790263720 · focus · HN ↗
If data centers in space end up being economically viable, then I don't see how anyone can catch SpaceX. They are ten years ahead in both launch capability and satellite manufacturing.
1. maxlin · 1790292392 · focus · HN ↗
  No western company, no. That's why I can only hope SpaceX can get thru more red tape faster, and future administrations don't try to slow them down.
  Even while current administration is kind of positive towards them, they are still even now just having to wait for no good reason for a FAA go-ahead. These kinds of stalls don't really exist in China.

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