‘The moment infrastructure moves to orbit, that assumption disappears’: Layered access control, physical…
Demand for AI-enhanced products and services is so high that some of the world’s largest tech companies are now looking beyond Earth for solutions. As hyperscalers struggle with power shortages, grid connection delays and land constraints, attention has recently turned to orbital infrastructure as a potential solution.
Recently, Meta reportedly reserved around 1GW of solar capacity as part of its longer-term plans to support future AI data centers, while SpaceX’s Elon Musk has repeatedly discussed ambitions to make orbital infrastructure more accessible.
On paper, the logic is easy to understand, with abundant solar energy to meet power needs and none of the land constraints imposed on Earth. However, engineering for space-bound infrastructure is only part of the worry, and some security and infrastructure experts warn the industry could be dramatically underestimating the operational risks involved.
According to Acre Security CEO Kumar Sokka, the biggest challenge might not be compute, launch...
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