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Starcloud May Mine Bitcoin in Orbit as First Space ASICs Could Launch in January

Solar power collected in orbit could run continuously without batteries or land permits, with an estimated capacity of 10 terawatts, or 20 times the U.S. power grid.

By Simon Yoon
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A compact processor module sits beneath a satellite solar panel / TokenPost.ai
A compact processor module sits beneath a satellite solar panel / TokenPost.ai

Starcloud may mine Bitcoin (BTC) in orbit, with the first space-based ASICs potentially launching as soon as January.

Solar power collected in orbit could run continuously without batteries or land permits. The capacity estimate is 10 terawatts, or 20 times the U.S. power grid.

Simon Yoon

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Simon Yoon reports on blockchain technology for TokenPost. Send corrections or tips to info@tokenpost.com.

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