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Starlink logo is seen on a smartphone in front of displayed Ukrainian flag in this illustration.
DISPUTES

US may restrict Ukraine’s access to Starlink internet services due to mineral concerns, according to sources

U.S. negotiators have been urging Kyiv to grant access to Ukraine‘s essential mineral resources, suggesting that the country could face restrictions on its use of Elon Musk‘s crucial Starlink satellite internet service, according to three sources familiar with the discussions, as reported by Reuters. The topic of Ukraine’s access to SpaceX’s Starlink was raised during talks between U.S. and Ukrainian officials after President Volodymyr Zelenskiy … Continue reading US may restrict Ukraine’s access to Starlink internet services due to mineral concerns, according to sources

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A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket is shown as it is prepared for another launch attempt for Polaris Dawn, a private human spaceflight mission, at the Kennedy Space Center in Cape Canaveral, Florida, U.S.
DEFENCE

Italy is negotiating a $1.5 billion security services deal with SpaceX, reports Bloomberg News

Italy is currently engaged in advanced negotiations with SpaceX, led by Elon Musk, regarding a substantial contract valued at 1.5 billion euros (approximately $1.55 billion) for secure telecommunications services for the government, as reported by Bloomberg News on Sunday. While discussions are still in progress and a definitive agreement on the five-year contract has yet to be finalized, the initiative has already received approval from … Continue reading Italy is negotiating a $1.5 billion security services deal with SpaceX, reports Bloomberg News

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Chinese company’s satellite-to-ground laser communication technology surpasses that of Starlink

A Chinese company has outpaced Starlink by implementing satellite-to-ground laser communication technology, paving the way for advancements in 6G, ultra-high-resolution remote sensing, and sophisticated satellite positioning systems, as reported by local media on Thursday. Chang Guang Satellite Technology Co., recognized as the nation’s first remote-sensing satellite manufacturer and operator of the Jilin-1 satellite constellation, achieved a remarkable 100 Gbps data transmission speed during tests conducted … Continue reading Chinese company’s satellite-to-ground laser communication technology surpasses that of Starlink

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