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Satellites shift from data relay to AI processing in orbit

By Meridian48 News Desk · Summarised from TechRadar ·

Satellites are increasingly performing AI processing in orbit, reducing the need to send raw data to Earth. This shift cuts latency and bandwidth costs, enabling real-time analysis for applications like disaster monitoring and defense. Companies like LEOcloud and Microsoft are deploying edge computing nodes in space.

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The move to orbital AI processing is a logical step for edge computing, but the high cost and radiation risks in space may limit adoption to niche, high-value use cases.
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