Officials reaffirm FX policy coordination amid yen volatility, with discussions tied to a forthcoming joint statement and notes on Japan’s FX reserves.

Orbital data centers are viewed as a potential future computing frontier, but face substantial technical, economic, and logistical hurdles.

Google and SpaceX are exploring a collaboration to launch orbital data centers, aiming to host AI compute in space as part of a broader strategic partnership.

SpaceX is positioning for a potential IPO around mid-2026, with a projected valuation near $1.75 trillion, highlighting orbital data centers as a core part of its long-term value proposition.

Alphabet’s full analysis is advised for a deeper view of fair value and risk, with the project remaining exploratory if not finalized.

Project Suncatcher plans two prototype satellites with Planet Labs to let Google test tiny racks of machines in space by early 2027 before scaling up.

Analysts note non-cash earnings concerns and a valuation gap, urging investors to weigh optimistic sentiment against underlying uncertainties.

The WSJ notes Alphabet stock dipped in midday trading after the news, illustrating market sensitivity to strategic shifts.

Analysts remain split on timing, with some forecasting decades to viability and others optimistic about rapid progress fueled by launch tech and AI demand.

GM has cut over 600 IT roles to pivot toward AI-focused skills, while continuing to hire in AI-native development, data engineering, cloud, and model work.

The digest covers three major stories—tech, finance, and corporate workforce shifts—with sources linked for each item.

MIT and experts outline hurdles such as temperature control, radiation effects on chips, and limits on low-Earth orbit satellite counts.