15/03/2025
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The next phase of Elon Musk’s plan to entangle his companies with the workings of the federal government is well underway. That means the future of your internet connection is at stake.
Musk is making moves that could change the way millions of Americans get online by boosting Starlink, his satellite-based internet company. The Commerce Department recently announced plans to rewrite the rules of a $42 billion high-speed internet initiative to benefit Starlink. Meanwhile, the FCC granted Starlink a waiver to enhance its new satellite phone service, despite concerns from competitors about anticompetitive practices.
Musk affiliates have also reportedly pushed government agencies to use Starlink, with the General Services Administration already doing so without oversight. SpaceX confirmed it's leasing Starlink kits to the FAA, amid rumors it could replace Verizon in a $2.4 billion contract. This isn’t just about the money. Some fear these moves signal a shift in the telecom industry, one that could result in the world’s richest man deciding how the nation’s communications network works. Dig deeper: https://voxdotcom.visitlink.me/HeKeLi
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