Blue Origin Enters Satellite Race with TeraWave Network
Blue Origin announces a plan to deploy 5,408 satellites for a communications network named TeraWave, targeting data centers, governments, and businesses. The network promises data speeds up to 6 Tbps and aims to serve 100,000 customers. It reflects a growing space industry trend towards creating in-space data centers.
In a bold move into the satellite constellation market, Blue Origin, founded by Jeff Bezos, has unveiled its plan to deploy 5,408 satellites as part of a new communications network named TeraWave. Scheduled to begin in the last quarter of 2027, the network aims to deliver data speeds of up to 6 Tbps worldwide.
The TeraWave network is specifically designed for data centers, governmental, and business users, offering a robust solution for high-demand data processing and government programs. This initiative comes amidst a broader industry shift towards developing space-based data centers, addressing the growing need for massive-scale AI data processing.
While Musk's Starlink leads with approximately 10,000 satellites providing internet globally, Bezos' new endeavor hints at a strategic focus on enterprise clients. Blue Origin's announcement underscores the competitive satellite market landscape, with companies racing to harness the potential of low-orbiting satellite networks.
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