A million new SpaceX satellites will destroy the night sky

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SpaceX proposes launching one million additional satellites as orbital data centers for AI, which could severely impact the night sky.
Current simulations predict that with these satellites, visible artificial satellites would outnumber stars for large portions of the night globally.
The proposal lacks details on addressing atmospheric pollution, collision risks, and waste heat dispersal technology.
SpaceX's plan has been filed with minimal information and fast-tracked by the FCC, raising concerns among astronomers and dark sky advocates.
The company's approach contrasts with the slow, careful scientific process, potentially harming the environment and orbital space.

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