SpaceX

The Alaska Marine Highway System (AMHS) has introduced free Wi-Fi on its MV Columbia ferry, powered by Starlink. Another day and yet another Starlink adoption story. This pilot program marks a major upgrade for passengers and crew traveling the scenic route between Bellingham, Washington, and Southeast Alaska. “For our crew, staying connected to family and […]

British Airways and its parent company, IAG, are considering teaming up with Starlink to provide faster Wi-Fi on planes. Starlink, run by SpaceX, uses thousands of satellites orbiting closer to Earth to deliver internet, promising speeds closer to what people are used to at home. IAG, which also owns Spain’s Iberia and Ireland’s Aer Lingus, […]

One NZ has launched Satellite TXT, a new service that allows customers with eligible phones and plans to send and receive text messages from remote areas across New Zealand. This being made possible thanks to SpaceX’s Starlink’s Direct to Cell tech, which brings coverage in places where traditional cell towers can’t reach—whether you’re on a […]

T-Mobile has partnered with SpaceX’s Starlink to introduce Direct to Cell, a revolutionary satellite-to-cell service designed to eliminate dead zones. The beta program is now open for registration, offering a select number of participants the chance to experience satellite-powered messaging ahead of the official launch. Here’s everything you need to know about this game-changing service […]

SpaceX has asked Judge Treviño for an election to decide if Starbase, Texas, can officially become its own city. Starbase is where SpaceX builds and develops Starship, the rocket designed to revolutionize space travel. The company says it’s already investing billions of dollars in the area, creating jobs, boosting the local economy, and helping make […]

Starlink has launched its compact and portable internet solution, Starlink Mini, in Canada. The device, which debuted in the U.S. in June, is designed for travellers, campers, and remote workers who need reliable, high-speed internet in hard-to-reach places. The Starlink Mini kit, priced at $399 CAD (with a discount available until January 6), is small […]

BC Ferries in British Columbia, Canada, is partnering with SpaceX’s Starlink, to provide Wi-Fi for ferry crews while at sea. However, it’s unclear if this will lead to the return of onboard internet for passengers, which was discontinued in 2021 due to poor performance. At a Greater Vancouver Board of Trade event, CEO Nicolas Jimenez […]

President-elect Donald Trump has nominated Jared Isaacman, a billionaire entrepreneur and private astronaut, to serve as the next Administrator of NASA. Isaacman, founder and CEO of payment processing company Shift4 Payments, has actively participated in private space missions, including commanding SpaceX’s Inspiration4 in 2021 and the Polaris Dawn mission this year, which was the first […]

Skyservice Business Aviation is now an authorized dealer of SpaceX’s Starlink, offering high-speed satellite internet for business aircraft. This partnership brings faster, more reliable in-flight connectivity to more aircraft owners and operators. “At Skyservice, we are committed to growing our avionics offerings and ensuring our customers have access to the latest technology as soon as […]

Oceania Cruises has finished installing SpaceX’s Starlink satellite WiFi on all its ships, offering guests fast, unlimited internet access as part of their cruise fare. This upgrade uses low-earth orbit satellites to provide better internet speed, capacity, and reliability while at sea. Each stateroom on Oceania ships comes with two free WiFi logins, allowing guests […]

SpaceX has launched an unofficial Black Friday deal for Starlink Mini, now available for $449 US (regular price $599) until December 8, offering a $150 discount on this compact, high-speed satellite internet system. With download speeds of over 100Mbps, it’s a reliable solution for staying connected, whether at home or on the move. Hey, you […]

SpaceX has received approval from the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) for its Starlink Direct-to-Cell program’s U.S. commercial license. According to Ben Longmier, SpaceX’s Senior Director of Satellite Engineering, the company is preparing to launch a beta test for employees in the U.S. soon. The program, developed in collaboration with its first US partners like T-Mobile, […]

On November 19, SpaceX achieved another milestone with its Starship spacecraft, completing a successful test flight and ocean landing in the Gulf of Mexico. SpaceX CEO Elon Musk confirmed the achievement, saying on X, “Successful ocean landing of Starship! We will do one more ocean landing of the ship. If that goes well, then SpaceX […]

SpaceX plans to launch the sixth test flight of its Starship rocket on Tuesday, November 19, with a 30-minute window starting at 4:00 p.m. CT (2pm PT/5pm ET). The event will stream live on SpaceX’s website and X (@SpaceX), with updates available closer to launch. Previously, SpaceX planned to launch on November 18, but now […]

Two of Elon Musk’s private companies are set for massive valuation jumps, according to insiders, as investors continue to show strong support for the ventures of the world’s richest man, reports the Financial Times. SpaceX, the largest private company in the U.S., plans to sell shares in December at $135 each. This would raise its […]