SpaceX\'s plan for an orbital data centre envisioned as future AI infrastructure is technically feasible, but major obstacles remain before commercialisation, an analysis said. The biggest challenge is building an unprecedented satellite constellation and launch system. The concept includes operating 1 million satellites producing 120 GW and using tens of millions to 100 million GPUs. Analysts cited heavy satellite mass, cooling limits in space, huge manufacturing and network costs, and communications latency as constraints.

Terrafirma, a construction technology startup founded by former SpaceX engineers, has raised $115 million, CNBC reported. Investors include Kleiner Perkins, Bain Capital Ventures, SpaceX, Anduril and Hadrian. The Austin, Texas-based company is developing technology to remotely operate construction equipment using interfaces including an Xbox controller. It says the technology reduces costs and improves safety, and its long-term goal is building infrastructure on Mars.