Eutelsat Takes on Starlink in Race to Expand Satellite Internet Coverage in Ukraine
European satellite provider Eutelsat plans major expansion of its OneWeb internet service in Ukraine, aiming to deploy up to 10,000 new terminals. The move signals growing European efforts to develop autonomous space capabilities while reducing reliance on SpaceX's Starlink network.
Apple and SpaceX Battle Over Satellite Spectrum Rights in Communications Expansion
Tech giants Apple and SpaceX are locked in a regulatory dispute over satellite spectrum access as both companies pursue space-based communication services expansion. The conflict intensified after SpaceX petitioned the FCC to block Apple's planned satellite network following their $1 billion Globalstar investment.
T-Mobile Expands Starlink Satellite Coverage to Rival Networks in Groundbreaking Beta Launch
T-Mobile unveils its revolutionary Starlink satellite beta service, offering text messaging capabilities across vast remote areas without traditional cellular coverage. In a surprising move, the company extends access to AT&T and Verizon customers, with free service until July 2024.
United Airlines Accelerates Starlink Wi-Fi Rollout for Enhanced In-Flight Connectivity
United Airlines fast-tracks implementation of SpaceX's Starlink satellite internet across its fleet, with first commercial flights offering the service in spring 2024. The high-speed connectivity will be free for MileagePlus members and support streaming, gaming, and productivity applications.
Musk and SpaceX Under Federal Investigation for Security Protocol Violations
Multiple federal agencies are investigating Elon Musk and SpaceX over alleged failures to comply with national security reporting requirements. The probes focus on Musk's unreported foreign meetings and activities while holding top-secret clearance, amid growing concerns from defense officials and allied nations.
NASA's Roman Space Telescope Gets Revolutionary New Optical System
NASA's Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope reaches a major milestone with the delivery of its advanced optical system featuring a 300-megapixel infrared camera. The telescope will work alongside Webb to study dark matter, exoplanets and conduct unprecedented wide-field surveys of the cosmos.
FCC Grants Starlink Limited Approval for Satellite-Based Phone Service
SpaceX's Starlink receives FCC approval to provide satellite cellular coverage across the US through T-Mobile partnership. The service will begin with texting in 2024, expanding to voice and data in 2025, though some technical requests remain pending.
SpaceX Achieves Milestone: Successfully Catches Returning Starship Booster
SpaceX has made history by catching a returning Starship booster using robotic arms, revolutionizing reusable rocket technology. This breakthrough paves the way for more cost-effective space travel and ambitious future missions.
SpaceX's Starlink Revolution: Gigabit Speeds on the Horizon
SpaceX seeks FCC approval for major Starlink upgrades, promising tenfold speed increases. Proposed changes include lower satellite orbits and enhanced hardware, potentially delivering gigabit-per-second broadband worldwide.
Starlink's Stellar Rise: SpaceX Dominates Satellite Landscape with 7,000th Launch
Elon Musk's SpaceX reaches a milestone with its 7,000th Starlink satellite launch, controlling nearly two-thirds of active satellites in orbit. The ambitious project aims to provide global high-speed internet, raising both praise and concerns about its growing influence.