Sam Altman’s space data center trash talk is what most experts already believe

Sam Altman and Elon Musk exchanged sharp comments about the viability of space-based data centers, with experts generally skeptical about their near-term potential due to high costs and technological challenges. SpaceX's Starship rocket could change the landscape if it achieves reliable, reusable flights, but large-scale deployment of orbital data centers remains a long-term prospect.