SpaceX announced a multi‑billion‑dollar investment to construct two data centers in Texas and Arizona. The company says the projects will broaden local tax bases, provide new revenue for schools and public services, and generate jobs. The move comes as the firm faces criticism over data‑center developments. The announcement highlights the company’s effort to position the facilities as benefits to surrounding communities.


Elon Musk’s SpaceX plans to invest more than $74 billion into building two data centers in Texas and Arizona, the company announced Thursday, marketing them as projects that will boost local communities amid backlash surrounding such facilities. “These investments will expand local tax bases, generate substantial new revenue for schools and public services, and create...