Starcloud Seeks FCC Approval for Ambitious 88,000-Satellite Network
An orbital data center startup, Starcloud, is pursuing Federal Communications Commission approval for a massive constellation that could comprise up to 88,000 satellites.
Starcloud, a startup focused on orbital data centers, has submitted plans to the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) for a constellation potentially consisting of 88,000 satellites.
This ambitious project aims to enhance data processing capabilities in space, although the specifics of its operational framework remain unclear.
The proposal reflects a growing trend in the space industry, where companies are increasingly looking to deploy large satellite networks for various applications.
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Update at 21:58 UTC on 2026-05-14
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Sources: SpaceNews