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SpaceX is advancing its proposal for a massive constellation of datacenter satellites, aiming for up to one million units in Earth orbit. This ambitious plan extends beyond standard communications to integrated orbital data processing. The Federal Communications Commission has formally acknowledged this proposal and initiated a regulatory review, including a period for public comment to gather feedback on the implications of such a large-scale orbital infrastructure.

A new development involves Blue Origin submitting its own application to the FCC for a constellation of up to 51,600 satellites to form a global data center network. This indicates a growing trend among aerospace companies pursuing large-scale orbital data processing infrastructure, intensifying the scope of regulatory consideration for the Commission.

The FCC's current regulatory focus includes soliciting public discourse on SpaceX's submission and considering Blue Origin's similar proposal. Additionally, the Commission has been urged to conduct an environmental review for the burgeoning orbital data center industry due to its potential environmental impact. This highlights the evolving considerations beyond just deployment and connectivity.

Last updated July 19, 2026