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Google launches Project Suncatcher, a step towards AI data centers in space

Google launches Project Suncatcher, a step towards AI data centers in space
NPR News Thursday 01 October 2026, 18:41 UTC By John Ruwitch 1 min read
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The fridge-size satellite with AI chips on board is part of Project Suncatcher, the company's moonshot effort to put AI data centers in space and harness solar energy.(Image credit: Planet Labs PBC)

The fridge-size satellite with AI chips on board is part of Project Suncatcher, the company's moonshot effort to put AI data centers in space and harness solar energy.

(Image credit: Planet Labs PBC)

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