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Masayoshi Son dismisses Elon Musk's space data center idea for AI race

SoftBank Group founder Masayoshi Son has dismissed Elon Musk's concept of space-based data centers, stating that Earth-based computing power will be the deciding factor in the AI race. Son believes that the logistical and economic challenges of operating data centers in space outweigh any potential benefits. AI

IMPACT Suggests that the focus for AI advancement will remain on terrestrial infrastructure rather than extraterrestrial solutions.

RANK_REASON Commentary from a notable figure on the future of AI infrastructure.

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Masayoshi Son dismisses Elon Musk's space data center idea for AI race

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    SoftBank Group founder Masayoshi Son has said there's little merit to building data centers in space, as championed by Elon Musk, predicting that the AI race wi

    SoftBank Group founder Masayoshi Son has said there's little merit to building data centers in space, as championed by Elon Musk, predicting that the AI race will be clinched by computing power on Earth. https://www. japantimes.co.jp/business/2026 /06/23/companies/softbank-dismis…