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As tens of thousands of new satellites are launched, experts warn that many are 'sitting ducks' unable to avoid collisions, driving a critical need for AI-powered space traffic control.
Google is developing Project Suncatcher, an ambitious initiative to deploy AI compute, powered by solar energy, into space using satellite constellations equipped with TPUs and optical links.
A California startup's plan to launch giant mirrors into space to reflect sunlight at night is facing strong opposition from scientists and environmental experts.
As low-Earth orbit becomes increasingly crowded with commercial satellites, the risk of uncontrolled space debris falling to Earth is growing, highlighting outdated international regulations.
Major satellite operators including SpaceX and Amazon are urging the ITU to create a system for sharing contact information to prevent in-orbit collisions.
