SILICON VALLEY / LONDON (IT BOLTWISE) – A groundbreaking experiment in space shows that artificial intelligence can also be trained outside of Earth. An NVIDIA-backed startup has successfully launched an AI chip into orbit to power a language model. This development could revolutionize the way we run data centers.
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The idea of running data centers in space sounds like science fiction, but it could soon become a reality. Given the enormous energy demands and environmental impact associated with terrestrial data centers, companies are looking for alternative solutions. An NVIDIA-backed startup called Starcloud recently launched a powerful NVIDIA GPU chip into orbit on a SpaceX rocket to power an AI model.
This development marks the first time an AI model has been operated on a state-of-the-art chip in space. Starcloud has managed to train a small language model based on the works of Shakespeare, which is now able to communicate in Shakespearean English. This demonstration shows that the technical hurdles can be overcome and offers a glimpse into the future of AI development in space.
The benefits of orbital data centers are many. Not only could they solve the energy problems associated with traditional data centers, but they could also significantly reduce environmental impact. Starcloud plans to build a five gigawatt orbital data center powered by solar energy and cooled by passive radiative cooling in space. This technology could dramatically reduce the cost and footprint of data centers on Earth.
However, there are also challenges that must be overcome. These include the high levels of radiation in space, which could damage electronics, as well as the need to provide enough fuel to maintain orbit. Nevertheless, many companies, including Google with its Suncatcher project, are convinced of the possibilities and are investing in the development of orbital data centers.
So the future of AI development could lie in space. This new approach could not only improve the efficiency and sustainability of data centers, but also open up new opportunities for AI research. The prospect of AI models being trained in space could fundamentally change the way we use and develop technology.
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