Elon Musk’s Starlink is now available in the UAE
Starlink launches in the UAE, offering satellite internet with plans starting from Dh230 and expanding connectivity options nationwide.
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Sama X brings Starlink services to Kuwait
Sama X launches Starlink in Kuwait, bringing high-speed satellite internet with low latency and 300+ Mbps speeds. The move strengthens connectivity across industries, remote operations, and households, supporting the country’s digital infrastructure expansion.
Bangladesh tests Starlink satellite internet on moving trains
Bangladesh has launched a Starlink satellite internet trial on three intercity trains, allowing passengers to access free Wi-Fi during travel. The pilot project aims to test satellite broadband performance on moving trains and could lead to wider deployment across the national rail network.
Starlink Internet Launched on Bangladesh Trains in Trial Deployment
Bangladesh has launched Starlink satellite internet on moving trains for the first time on a trial basis. The service is currently available free on three trains and allows passengers to access Wi-Fi by scanning a QR code. Authorities plan to expand the service nationwide if the pilot proves successful.
CITRA Grants Starlink License to Provide Satellite Internet in Kuwait
CITRA noted that it will continue to develop the regulatory framework for the telecommunications and ICT sector to keep pace with global technological advancements and support connectivity in areas that are difficult to reach through traditional terrestrial networks.
Starlink launches satellite internet service in Senegal
Starlink has launched satellite internet services in Senegal, expanding SpaceX’s low Earth orbit connectivity across Africa to improve internet access in underserved and remote areas, as the company continues its rapid regional rollout aimed at supporting digital inclusion and expanding broadband availability across the continent.
Starlink offers free internet to Venezuela until 3 February
Starlink is providing free satellite internet across Venezuela until 3 February after major connectivity outages in Caracas linked to power disruptions. The service aims to restore access in a country with a history of internet restrictions and infrastructure gaps, offering continuity during a period of widespread uncertainty.
Qatar Airways completes nationwide Starlink rollout across its widebody fleet
Qatar Airways has completed a record-breaking Starlink rollout across its widebody fleet, delivering free high-speed internet to millions of passengers. With near real-time connectivity, operational efficiency, and industry-first certifications, the airline is redefining in-flight experience and positioning itself as the global benchmark for connected aviation.
Sama X wins licence to launch SpaceX broadband connectivity in Bahrain
Sama X has secured regulatory approval to deliver SpaceX’s Starlink satellite broadband across Bahrain. Using low-Earth-orbit technology, the company will provide high-speed, low-latency connectivity on land and at sea for enterprises and public sector users, supporting Bahrain’s Economic Vision 2030 and expanding nationwide digital access.
Airtel Africa to roll out Starlink Direct-to-Cell service across 14 markets in 2026
Airtel Africa will deploy Starlink’s Direct-to-Cell satellite service across 14 African markets in 2026, initially supporting SMS and text messaging. The partnership aims to extend basic mobile connectivity to remote areas by complementing terrestrial networks, subject to regulatory approvals in each country.