SpaceX Plans Orbital AI Datacenters with 10,000 Satellites and Eyes $1.75 Trillion IPO

May 22, 2026
SpaceX Plans Orbital AI Datacenters with 10,000 Satellites and Eyes $1.75 Trillion IPO
  • SpaceX is pursuing orbital datacenters for AI computing, with plans already leveraging a large orbital scale—over 10,000 Starlink-like satellites in orbit and a future target of launching tens of thousands of Starship missions annually.

  • Calculations suggest SpaceX could access vast power from space, estimating around one terawatt of AI compute capacity through satellites launched from Earth each year.

  • The broader vision includes expanding orbital infrastructure with more satellites and AI compute capabilities deployed in space.

  • Beyond SpaceX, the piece encourages diversified investing beyond equities, highlighting real estate, fixed income, precious metals, and self-directed retirement accounts.

  • SpaceX reportedly tapped Goldman Sachs to lead its upcoming IPO, with Morgan Stanley expected to participate, targeting a valuation near $1.75 trillion and raising over $75 billion, potentially listing on Nasdaq.

  • Separately, the IPO discussions reiterate an aim for a $1.75 trillion valuation and substantial capital raise, with Nasdaq as a potential listing venue.

  • Musk reiterates plans to establish a Moon base and develop a mass driver to enable deep-space exploration, signaling long-term space infrastructure ambitions.

  • Alphabet Inc. has reportedly held talks with SpaceX about collaborating on technology to enable orbital datacenters, indicating potential industry partnership.

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