Satellites
Muon Space partners with SpaceX for Starlink satellite connectivity
Muon Space, a California-based startup, announced a partnership with SpaceX to equip its satellites with Starlink terminals, enabling continuous high-speed data links in low-Earth orbit. This marks the first commercial use of Starlink for in-flight connectivity beyond SpaceX itself. The integration aims to drastically reduce data latency for missions like wildfire detection.
SpaceX launches 10,000th Starlink satellite milestone
SpaceX achieved a significant milestone on Sunday by launching its 10,000th Starlink satellite during a Falcon 9 mission from California. The company deployed 28 satellites from Vandenberg Space Force Base, bringing the total to 10,006 spacecraft in low-Earth orbit. This comes amid rapid expansion of the broadband network, which now serves over 7 million subscribers worldwide.
SpaceX buys spectrum to boost Starlink direct-to-cell services
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SpaceX has agreed to a $17 billion deal to purchase 50 MHz of spectrum licenses from EchoStar, aiming to enhance Starlink's satellite connectivity for smartphones. The acquisition, pending regulatory approval, will support a new constellation of up to 15,000 satellites to provide voice, texting, and high-speed data globally, especially in underserved areas. This move pressures competitors like AT&T, Verizon, and Apple's satellite partners.