Starcloud

Overview

Develops space-based data centers for AI training clusters and publishes related white papers, while engaging suppliers and customers for planned infrastructure development.

Part of the Seattle ecosystem

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Timeline

1. Mar 2026Funding Roundwboc.com ↗

   $170M Series A led by Benchmark.