UAE grants Musk's Starlink 10-year licence to provide satellite internet services
Elon Musk's Starlink has been granted a 10-year licence to provide satellite internet in the UAE. Starlink will be able to serve individuals, businesses and government entities, as well as provide satellite connection to the maritime and aviation sectors, authorities said. The service is expected to significantly increase internet speeds. Earlier in March, The National reported that Musk's…
Elon Musk's Starlink satellite internet service has been granted a 10-year licence by the Telecommunications and Digital Government Regulatory Authority (TDRA) in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). The licence permits Starlink to provide internet services to individuals, businesses, government entities, as well as the maritime and aviation sectors.
The new service is expected to significantly enhance internet speeds in the UAE. Starlink's satellite system operates at a much lower altitude than traditional satellites, typically orbiting at around 550km above Earth. This closer proximity is believed to contribute to the increased internet speeds. Unlike 5G or broadband, satellite internet does not depend on mobile towers or high-speed data lines, allowing for connectivity in remote areas.
Emirates Airline has already announced plans to install Starlink on its fleet starting in November. The service is also available in other Middle Eastern countries including Qatar, Yemen, Oman, Bahrain, Jordan, and Israel.
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