SpaceX’s Starlink satellite internet service has reached a significant milestone, surpassing 4 million subscribers across over 100 countries and territories. This rapid growth reflects the increasing demand for reliable and high-speed internet connectivity worldwide.
Qatar Airways, the renowned airline, announced plans to equip its Boeing 777-300 aircraft with Starlink’s high-speed, low-latency Wi-Fi technology by the end of 2024. The initial phase marks the beginning of a broader strategy to enhance passenger experiences by incorporating SpaceX technology across its fleet over the next two years. With speeds up to 500 megabits per second per aircraft, passengers will enjoy seamless streaming, online gaming, and web browsing during their flights.
Millions of Americans, including veterans and low-income families, stand to lose a government subsidy that provides internet access when it expires at the end of May. The Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) provides monthly subsidies of $30 to $75, which has been a lifeline for many who rely on the internet for education, job applications, and telehealth services.
The federal government’s Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP), which has provided critical internet access to low-income households for the past three years, is scheduled to expire at the end of April. The potential loss of funding could have significant consequences for millions of Californians, particularly students who rely on internet access for remote learning.
