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The AI boom is driving data center demand, but hits Earth limits like power and land.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
Musk says SpaceX<\/strong> (SPAX) will build orbital data centers via Starlink for solar-powered AI.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n ETFs ARK Venture Fund<\/b> (ARKVX), ERShares Private-Public Crossover ETF<\/b> (XOVR), and The Destiny Tech100<\/b> (DXYZ) enable indirect SpaceX investment for non-billionaires.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Some investors get rich while others struggle because they never learned there are two completely different strategies to building wealth. Don\u2019t make the same mistake, learn about both here.<\/a><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n As the artificial intelligence (AI) boom advances, its vast computational power demands are putting the data centers that house the technology on the path of severe, earthbound limitations: skyrocketing energy consumption that strains electric grids, land scarcity in suitable locations, and regulatory hurdles over its environmental and ethical impacts. Elon Musk proposes a revolutionary fix — moving the data centers to space.<\/p>\n In a recent post on X, Musk confirmed that his space company SpaceX<\/b> (SPAX.PVT) “will be doing” data centers in orbit as they have high-speed laser links. It will only require scaling up its Starlink V3 satellites into space-based computing hubs, powered by unlimited solar energy, for efficient, round-the-clock AI operations. This aligns with his vision of AI satellites enabling advanced civilizations, potentially transforming the space economy.<\/p>\n SpaceX has evolved from a 2002 startup to a powerhouse valued at over $200 billion. Revenue is expected to hit $15.5 billion this year — up around 25% from 2024 — driven by its launch services and the Starlink satellite internet business, which has become a major revenue contributor. Last year, Starlink’s growth surpassed the launch services business for the first time ever.<\/p>\n Yet, because SpaceX is a private company, there is no way for the average investor to tap into its amazing growth trajectory. Unless you’re a billionaire with access to private markets, a direct investment in the company is unavailable. That’s where exchange-traded funds (ETFs) and mutual funds come in. They offer indirect exposure by holding private stakes or related public stocks, making billionaire-level plays accessible to small retail investors.<\/p>\n For strong SpaceX ties, consider these three top ETFs to climb aboard Musk’s rocket-fueled ride: ARK Venture Fund<\/b> (MUTF:ARKVX), ERShares Private-Public Crossover ETF<\/b> (NASDAQ:XOVR), and The Destiny Tech100<\/b> (NYSE:DXYZ).<\/p>\n The ARK Venture Fund stands out for its direct holding in SpaceX, allocating about 8% of its portfolio to the company. This interval fund — a type of closed-end fund that offers periodic liquidity by allowing investors to sell shares back to the fund at set intervals, such as quarterly — invests in private and public innovation-driven firms, with SpaceX as a core position due to its disruptive reusable tech and Starlink expansion.<\/p>\n Story continues <\/p>\n Beyond SpaceX, the ARK Venture Fund holds stakes in companies like Epic Games<\/b> (EPGA.PVT) and xAI<\/b> (XAAI.PVT), offering diversified exposure to AI and gaming. With assets of $378.1 million and a 2.9% expense ratio, it’s suited for long-term holders seeking capital appreciation. Performance has been strong, with 29% annual returns over the past three years and a 55% increase in the last 12 months, fueled by private valuations rising amid space economy growth projected at 9%\u00a0 compound annually to 2030.<\/p>\n While risks include limited quarterly redemptions and illiquidity, for SpaceX enthusiasts, the mutual fund is a solid bet on Elon’s ecosystem without accreditation hurdles.<\/p>\n The ERShares Private-Public Crossover ETF provides 8% exposure to SpaceX, making it a top choice for ETF investors wanting private assets at net asset value. Traded daily on the Nasdaq exchange, the ETF tracks entrepreneurial companies, mixing mid- and large-cap public stocks such as Tesla<\/b> (NASDAQ:TSLA<\/a>) with private companies including SpaceX and OpenAI<\/b> (OPAI.PVT).<\/p>\n This hybrid approach captures SpaceX’s launch dominance while benefiting from the liquidity of public markets. With $400 million in assets and a 0.75% expense ratio, it has delivered 17.2% returns in 2025 and is up 30.9% over three years amid space sector rallies.<\/p>\n