Jeff Bezos says space data centers are the future
Jeff Bezos (Amazon and Blue Origin founder) thinks the future of data storage is out of this world—literally.
He predicts that within the next 10 to 20 years, we'll start building massive "gigawatt-scale" data centers orbiting Earth.
These space-based facilities would run on endless solar power and avoid weather issues, making them more efficient than anything on the ground.
The big driver? Our growing need for computing power as AI keeps booming.
How would these space-based data centers work?
Unlike regular data centers, these would float in orbit, soaking up sunlight all day and releasing heat into space—so they're greener too.
Building on tech we already use for satellites, Bezos imagines these orbital hubs powering huge AI training sessions and cloud services way beyond what's possible here on Earth.
AI's energy impact and the potential of space-based solutions
AI is growing fast and putting a real strain on our planet's energy resources. Space-based data centers could help relieve that pressure while supporting everything from healthcare to education.
There are still big challenges—like launch costs and protecting equipment from radiation—but with rapid progress in space tech, Bezos is hopeful his vision could become reality within the next 10 to 20 years.