**SpaceX’s Audacious Plan: 1 Million Solar-Powered Satellites in Orbit**
I’m still trying to wrap my head around this – SpaceX is pushing for approval for a staggering 1 MILLION solar-powered satellites. That’s a whole lot of satellites, folks! The goal is to create a network of data centers in orbit, using satellite technology to power AI and potentially revolutionize the way we live and work. But is this ambitious plan realistic? Not so fast.
The FCC has already greenlit 7,500 Starlink satellites, but this new proposal is a different story altogether. The Verge is speculating that it might be a negotiating tactic, and the sheer scale of the plan is causing concern among regulators and industry experts. And let’s not forget the estimated 15,000 man-made satellites currently orbiting the earth, contributing to the growing problem of space junk.
Satellite tech is advancing at breakneck speed, and it’s not just SpaceX that’s getting in on the action. Amazon’s own satellite project, Starlink, is facing delays due to a shortage of rockets – yeah, good luck with that supply chain situation!
So, what’s next for SpaceX? Rumors are swirling about a potential merger with Tesla and xAI, which would join forces with its existing X. Mind. Blown. Whether or not a merger happens, you can bet I’ll be keeping a close eye on this cosmic development.
**Sources:**
* Check out SpaceX’s official FCC filing for more info
* The Verge: Is SpaceX really planning to launch 1 million satellites? Or is it just a negotiating tactic?
* Uncover Journal: The problem of space junk is getting out of hand – 15,000 satellites and counting
* Bloomberg: Amazon’s satellite plans hit a snag due to rocket shortages
Read the full story on TechCrunch: [link](https://techcrunch.com/2026/01/31/spacex-seeks-federal-approval-to-launch-1-million-solar-powered-satellite-data-centers/)
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