SpaceX in Talks to Supply Pentagon with AI Computing Power

Elon Musk's SpaceX is negotiating with the U.S. Department of Defense to provide data center capacity worth billions of dollars, according to a report. The computing power would be used to run artificial intelligence models. The Wall Street Journal reported the discussions, citing unnamed sources familiar with the matter. SpaceX, known primarily for its rockets and satellite internet service Starlink, has been expanding into other technology areas. The potential deal highlights the growing demand for computing resources to support AI applications, particularly in defense. The Pentagon has been increasing its investment in AI for tasks such as surveillance, logistics, and autonomous systems. If finalized, the agreement could give SpaceX a significant role in national security technology. Neither SpaceX nor the Pentagon has officially commented on the talks. The report did not specify the exact value or timeline of the potential contract. This move would mark SpaceX’s further involvement with the U.S. government, as it already holds contracts for satellite launches and internet services.