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SpaceX has applied for U.S. government approval to launch 1 million satellites to function as orbital data centers. This initiative is part of a broader trend among tech companies exploring similar technologies.

Critics, including Sam Altman from OpenAI, warn that orbital data centers may not be cost-effective or feasible. Additionally, a study indicates that climate change may limit usable orbital space, further complicating SpaceX's ambitions.

The Earth’s orbit is already crowded with satellites and debris, complicating the management of additional launches. Currently, SpaceX spends significant resources avoiding collisions with existing satellites.