Amazon Launches First Kuiper Satellites-Starlink's Rival Enters the Chat
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Amazon has initiated its Project Kuiper with the launch of 27 satellites aboard a ULA Atlas V rocket, marking the beginning of a $10 billion project to provide global broadband connectivity. Competing with SpaceX's Starlink, which has already established a significant presence, Kuiper aims to deploy a total of 3,236 satellites, with services potentially starting later this year. Amazon faces a regulatory deadline to deploy 1,618 satellites by mid-2026, but delays might necessitate an extension. The project targets underserved areas, recognizing the high demand for internet services globally.
A recent launch of 27 satellites marks the start of Amazon's $10 billion plan to establish Project Kuiper, aimed at competing with SpaceX's Starlink for global internet coverage.
Amazon's ambition is to deploy a total of 3,236 satellites for low-Earth orbit connectivity, enhancing internet service for consumers, businesses, and governments.
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