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Iran Demands Halt to “Unauthorized” Starlink Operations

Iran’s Ministry of Telecommunications has called for an immediate cessation of Starlink’s satellite internet services within the country, citing “unauthorized operations” and “violation of international regulations.” The International Telecommunications Radio Regulations Board concluded its session on Friday, identifying Starlink’s activities as non-compliant with global norms, reports Iran International. This development occurs against the backdrop of […]

SpaceX Cuts Starlink Kit Price in Germany 

SpaceX has announced a price reduction for its Starlink dish and modem equipment in Germany. The new deposit for the equipment has been lowered to €299, plus €23 for delivery, down from the previous €499, savings of 33%. Despite the cut in equipment costs, the monthly subscription fee remains unchanged at €50. Retailers Cyberport and […]

Regent Seven Seas Cruises Partners with Starlink for Internet

Regent Seven Seas Cruises, a leading luxury cruise line, has announced the successful installation of SpaceX’s Starlink internet service on its Seven Seas Mariner ship. The move aims to provide guests with high-speed, unlimited, and complimentary WiFi, enhancing the onboard experience. The installation comes ahead of the cruise line’s 2024 World Cruise, set to commence […]

Starlink Kits Now Sold at SM Supermalls in the Philippines

Data Lake, Inc., led by tycoon Henry Sy Jr., has expanded its partnership with Elon Musk’s Starlink by signing a global retailer agreement. The deal will make Starlink hardware kits available for purchase at all SM Supermalls across the country starting November 1. SpaceX’s Starlink internet service through low earth orbit satellites. The kits, priced […]

Trans-Exec Private Jets Integrates Starlink Connectivity Across Fleet

Trans-Exec Private Jets has announced the integration of Starlink high-speed, low-latency internet connectivity into its entire fleet of aircraft. The move aims to enhance the passenger experience by offering global connectivity for various online activities, including streaming, video calls, and remote working. SpaceX’s Starlink operates a low Earth orbit satellite constellation that provides internet connectivity […]

Israel in Talks with SpaceX for Starlink During Gaza War

Israel’s Communications Ministry announced on Tuesday that it is in discussions with SpaceX to deploy Starlink internet services. The move aims to bolster wartime communications as Israel prepares for a possible ground invasion in the Gaza Strip. This development comes in the wake of a deadly cross-border invasion on October 7, which resulted in the […]

Qatar Airways Becomes Largest Airline to Partner with Starlink

Qatar Airways has announced a partnership with Starlink to provide complimentary high-speed internet connectivity on select aircraft and routes. This makes Qatar Airways the largest airline to offer Starlink’s service, enhancing its 5-star onboard experience. The service will offer passengers Wi-Fi speeds of up to 350 Megabits per second, suitable for a range of online […]

Maersk Taps Starlink for High-Speed Internet on 330+ Container Vessels

Maersk, a global leader in integrated container logistics, has announced a partnership with SpaceX’s Starlink to equip its fleet of over 330 container vessels with high-speed satellite internet. The roll-out is expected to be completed by Q1 2024, providing internet speeds exceeding 200 Mbps. “The high-speed connectivity will enable our seagoing colleagues to stay connected […]

SpaceX Challenges FAA Report on Falling Debris Risks from Satellites

SpaceX has disputed a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) report warning of potential injuries or fatalities from falling debris of U.S.-licensed satellites in low Earth orbit (LEO) by 2035. In a letter dated October 9, SpaceX principal engineer David Goldstein criticized the FAA’s analysis as “deeply flawed,” relying on outdated studies and assumptions. The FAA report, […]

netTALK Maritime and Starlink Team Up for High-Speed Marine Internet

netTALK Maritime, a firm specializing in marine communication intelligence solutions, has entered into a strategic partnership with SpaceX’s Starlink satellite internet network. The collaboration aims to revolutionize marine connectivity by offering high-speed, low-latency internet solutions to cruise and commercial shipping clients globally. Under this alliance, netTALK will act as the account administrator, providing comprehensive services […]

SpaceX Starlink Now Widely Available Across the U.S., Waitlists Gone

SpaceX announced the removal of the waitlist for its Starlink satellite internet service in the United States, allowing immediate access for all interested customers. The company attributes this milestone to the increased capacity of its latest Starlink satellites. “Deployment of our second generation Starlink satellites, which have 4x more capacity than the first gen, enable […]

Starlink Deploys Next-Gen Optical Space Lasers for Global Coverage

On Monday, September 25, at 1:48 a.m. PT, SpaceX’s Falcon 9 rocket launched 21 Starlink satellites from Space Launch Complex 4 East (SLC-4E) at Vandenberg Space Force Base in California. The launch added to Starlink’s existing satellite internet constellation On Tuesday, SpaceX announced its Starlink constellation now comprises of more than 8,000 space lasers. The […]

Hapag-Lloyd to Integrate Starlink for Enhanced Maritime Connectivity

Hapag-Lloyd, a global leader in liner shipping, is set to enhance its fleet’s connectivity by integrating SpaceX’s Starlink high-speed satellite internet technology. The move follows a successful pilot phase that began in May, during which crew members aboard four vessels tested the technology. The feedback has been overwhelmingly positive, with the new system significantly improving […]

Starlink Outperforms Competitors in Global Satellite Internet Ratings

Recent data indicates that Starlink, SpaceX’s satellite internet service, continues to gain favor among users across multiple continents, including Africa, Europe, and Oceania. The data, shared this week by Ookla’s Speedtest Intelligence, reveals that Starlink’s Net Promoter Score (NPS) consistently outperforms the aggregate of all fixed broadband providers in countries like France, Germany, Italy, New […]