Starlink has to set up joint venture to bring satellite internet to Vietnam?

Starlink has to set up joint venture to bring satellite internet to Vietnam?

Foreign companies wanting to provide cross-border internet services will have to follow the regulation under commercial agreements with domestic units. This is one of the draft regulations on telecommunications service licensing and business in the draft decree guiding the implementation of the Law on Telecommunications. The draft decree says the providing of cross-border telecommunications services, …

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Starlink | Ukraine’s star-crossed partner

Starlink | Ukraine’s star-crossed partner

Hours before Russia invaded Ukraine on February 24, 2022, Moscow used a malware to disable routers of Viasat, a U.S.-based satellite company, crippling Ukrainian military’s command system, and making it impossible to mount a defence. Deputy Prime Minister Mykhailo Fedorov frantically reached out to Tesla CEO Elon Musk, via platform X, formerly Twitter. Mr. Fedorov, …

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First free in-flight Starlink satellite Internet service from a major carrier takes off

First free in-flight Starlink satellite Internet service from a major carrier takes off

Ever since the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) granted provisional approval to SpaceX for providing Starlink satellite Internet capability on moving vehicles, the uptake has been relentless. The ability to have Internet on trains, RVs, boats, planes, or cruise ships has enticed many companies to sign up for the most expensive Starlink tiers. Free in-flight Starlink …

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Kuiper Project Has National Security Features

Kuiper Project Has National Security Features

to loft Kuiper satellites into orbit, including using United Launch Alliance’s Vulcan rocket shown here. Wikipedia Sometime later this year, probably near the holidays, AmazonAMZN will begin offering broadband internet service from orbit via its Kuiper Systems subsidiary. The project has been in development since 2019, and its first satellites were launched in October of …

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Elon Musk Renews Conflict With Biden Administration After Millions Announced In Subsidies For Rural Internet

Elon Musk Renews Conflict With Biden Administration After Millions Announced In Subsidies For Rural Internet

Topline President Biden announced an $82 million investment in high speed internet in rural North Carolina, drawing criticism from SpaceX CEO Elon Musk, who recently lost a nearly $900 million U.S. contract to provide internet service through Starlink. millions in federal subsidies for other rural internet providers. AFP via Getty Images Key Facts The Biden …

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Starlink’s new 10Gbps satellite internet costs $1.25M upfront, then $750,000 per month after

Starlink’s new 10Gbps satellite internet costs .25M upfront, then 0,000 per month after

SpaceX has something truly incredible for those with deep pockets: its new Starlink service now has a gigabit speed option for its satellite internet service, with $1.25 million required up front and $750,000 per month for the service once the installation — yes, installation — ifs installed. 4 VIEW GALLERY – 4 IMAGES The Elon …

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Starlink Community Gateways boast fiber-like internet from space

Starlink Community Gateways boast fiber-like internet from space

Starlink is obviously the leading company in the world when it comes to providing reliable internet connectivity from space. The SpaceX company is now moving into new territory and, instead of just offering small dishes for van lifers, boaters, and remote homeowners, is looking to expand its larger community-level product. The company has announced a …

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Why Elon Musk’s satellite internet for smartphones is not for everyone

Why Elon Musk’s satellite internet for smartphones is not for everyone

Elon Musk’s space company SpaceX launched the first six satellites that will offer internet for mobile phone connectivity. While this is a giant leap in the direction of satellite-based internet globally, it comes with a limitation.“The six Starlink satellites on this mission with Direct to Cell capability will further global connectivity and help to eliminate …

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Reliance Jio nears crucial approvals to launch satellite-based internet services in India: Report

Reliance Jio nears crucial approvals to launch satellite-based internet services in India: Report

Reliance Jio, under the leadership of Mukesh Ambani, is on the cusp of securing vital landing rights and market access authorisations from the Indian National Space Promotion and Authorisation Centre (IN-SPACe). These permissions are pivotal for the telecom giant to introduce its satellite-based gigabit fibre services across India, disclosed sources familiar with the developments. People …

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US wins protections for Pentagon radar spectrum at WRC-23

US wins protections for Pentagon radar spectrum at WRC-23

China, Global, Space The WRC-23 meeting in Dubai rejected proposals that would have raised the specter of interference with DoD radars, including that used by the Navy’s Aegis cruisers. (DVIDS) WASHINGTON — The International Telecommunication Union rule-making summit wrapped up today, with the US delegation scoring a victory by maintaining protections for Defense Department radars …

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