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China Proposes 48,000 AI Satellites for Global Connectivity

10/9/2025

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A team of Chinese researchers, led by Yang Jun of China’s National University of Defence Technology, proposes a mega-constellation of 48,000 AI-driven satellites.
The plan aims to provide real-time internet, communications, and navigation to eight billion people worldwide, avoiding space crowding.
It advocates cooperation over separate government and company projects, described as a 'China solution' for a shared space future.

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Story summary

A team of Chinese researchers, led by Yang Jun of China’s National University of Defence Technology, proposes a mega-constellation of 48,000 AI-driven satellites.
The plan aims to provide real-time internet, communications, and navigation to eight billion people worldwide, avoiding space crowding.
It advocates cooperation over separate government and company projects, described as a 'China solution' for a shared space future.