xAI looks beyond Earth's atmosphere

Elon Musk, according to The New York Times, reportedly outlined to xAI employees a decidedly ambitious project: the construction of a factory on the Moon. This facility would be dedicated to the production of satellites equipped with artificial intelligence, intended to be launched into space via a catapult system.

The idea, however bold, fits into a context of growing interest in the use of AI in space, with potential applications ranging from environmental monitoring to communication.

A long-term project

The realization of such an infrastructure would require significant investments and the development of new technologies. It remains to be seen whether xAI will have the resources and skills necessary to complete a project of this magnitude, especially in view of a possible IPO.

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