SMRTR AIFeb 3, 2026PYMNTS

SpaceX Acquires xAI to Enable Solar-Powered, Space-Based AI

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SpaceX acquired xAI to create solar-powered, space-based artificial intelligence systems that harness constant solar energy through orbital data centers. Elon Musk announced the deal will address growing electricity demands from terrestrial AI systems by launching satellites generating 100 gigawatts of AI capacity annually at lower costs than ground-based solutions.

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