Larry Press
@lpress.bsky.social
Internet applications, implications, and technology, developing nations, satellite Internet. Many previous tweets as @lpress on Twitter/X and longer posts at https://circleid.com/members/7705
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SpaceX mega constellation proposal
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Throws "cold water" on the proposal because of the exemptions SpaceX wants the FCC to issue -- like waiving the usual launch milestones. Politics? Why did Bezos zap the Washington Post? Are Trump & Musk friends again?
SpaceX mega constellation proposal
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Throws "cold water" on the proposal because of the exemptions SpaceX wants the FCC to issue -- like waiving the usual launch milestones. Politics? Why did Bezos zap the Washington Post? Are Trump & Musk friends again?
SpaceX Proposes a Million More Satellites on Paper
SpaceX has filed a plan to place more than a million satellites in low Earth orbit, recasting data centres as spaceborne infrastructure while testing regulators, safety, competition and the line betwe...
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February 10, 2026 at 11:36 PM
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SpaceX mega constellation proposal
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Throws "cold water" on the proposal because of the exemptions SpaceX wants the FCC to issue -- like waiving the usual launch milestones. Politics? Why did Bezos zap the Washington Post? Are Trump & Musk friends again?
SpaceX mega constellation proposal
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Throws "cold water" on the proposal because of the exemptions SpaceX wants the FCC to issue -- like waiving the usual launch milestones. Politics? Why did Bezos zap the Washington Post? Are Trump & Musk friends again?
Starlink and the unravelling of digital sovereignty spacenews.com/starlink-and... via
@SpaceNews_Inc
Musk: "... authorities opposing Starlink in any state could just shake their fists at the sky."
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Musk: "... authorities opposing Starlink in any state could just shake their fists at the sky."
Starlink and the unravelling of digital sovereignty
Starlink and the unravelling of digital sovereignty
spacenews.com
February 8, 2026 at 6:43 AM
Starlink and the unravelling of digital sovereignty spacenews.com/starlink-and... via
@SpaceNews_Inc
Musk: "... authorities opposing Starlink in any state could just shake their fists at the sky."
@SpaceNews_Inc
Musk: "... authorities opposing Starlink in any state could just shake their fists at the sky."
SpaceX acquires xAI in bid to develop orbital data centers spacenews.com/spacex-acqui... via
@SpaceNews_Inc
The rumor has materialized; now the question is whether it is financially viable, given cooling, launch, maintenance, shielding, and other costs.
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The rumor has materialized; now the question is whether it is financially viable, given cooling, launch, maintenance, shielding, and other costs.
SpaceX acquires xAI in bid to develop orbital data centers
SpaceX has acquired xAI, an artificial intelligence company also run by Elon Musk, as part of his effort to develop orbital data centers.
spacenews.com
February 2, 2026 at 11:34 PM
SpaceX acquires xAI in bid to develop orbital data centers spacenews.com/spacex-acqui... via
@SpaceNews_Inc
The rumor has materialized; now the question is whether it is financially viable, given cooling, launch, maintenance, shielding, and other costs.
@SpaceNews_Inc
The rumor has materialized; now the question is whether it is financially viable, given cooling, launch, maintenance, shielding, and other costs.
Starlink played a role in combating last year's LA fires, and satellite emergency response will improve significantly in the next five years.
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January 31, 2026 at 5:59 PM
Starlink played a role in combating last year's LA fires, and satellite emergency response will improve significantly in the next five years.
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Amazon asks FCC for extension for Leo satellite internet service cnb.cx/3ZGD90z
These days, one can't help but wonder what role Bezos's reining in of Washington Post editorials and paying for inauguration seats plays in the decision.
These days, one can't help but wonder what role Bezos's reining in of Washington Post editorials and paying for inauguration seats plays in the decision.
Amazon asks FCC for extension for Leo satellite internet service
The company needs to bring more of its satellites online so it can begin offering an internet-from-space service that was recently rebranded as Amazon Leo.
cnb.cx
January 31, 2026 at 5:26 PM
Amazon asks FCC for extension for Leo satellite internet service cnb.cx/3ZGD90z
These days, one can't help but wonder what role Bezos's reining in of Washington Post editorials and paying for inauguration seats plays in the decision.
These days, one can't help but wonder what role Bezos's reining in of Washington Post editorials and paying for inauguration seats plays in the decision.
I worry about a man who speaks of "suicidal empathy" and "taking a chainsaw" to global health, having a million-satellite orbiting AI data center.
January 31, 2026 at 5:26 PM
I worry about a man who speaks of "suicidal empathy" and "taking a chainsaw" to global health, having a million-satellite orbiting AI data center.
Amazon's internet-beaming satellites are bright enough to disrupt astronomical research, study finds www.space.com/space-explor...
"Future Amazon Leo satellites are expected to orbit at lower altitudes of around 366 miles (590 km), which will further increase their brightness."
"Future Amazon Leo satellites are expected to orbit at lower altitudes of around 366 miles (590 km), which will further increase their brightness."
Amazon's internet-beaming satellites are bright enough to disrupt astronomical research, study finds
Amazon Leo satellites are generally not visible to the naked eye but still could obstruct astronomical observations.
www.space.com
January 27, 2026 at 3:03 PM
Amazon's internet-beaming satellites are bright enough to disrupt astronomical research, study finds www.space.com/space-explor...
"Future Amazon Leo satellites are expected to orbit at lower altitudes of around 366 miles (590 km), which will further increase their brightness."
"Future Amazon Leo satellites are expected to orbit at lower altitudes of around 366 miles (590 km), which will further increase their brightness."
Blue Origin to reuse New Glenn booster on next launch spacenews.com/blue-origin-... via
@SpaceNews_Inc
"It will be the rocket’s third flight and the first since the launch of NASA’s ESCAPADE Mars mission on Nov. 13."
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"It will be the rocket’s third flight and the first since the launch of NASA’s ESCAPADE Mars mission on Nov. 13."
Blue Origin to reuse New Glenn booster on next launch
Blue Origin will reuse a New Glenn booster for the first time on the rocket’s next launch, carrying a satellite for AST SpaceMobile.
spacenews.com
January 24, 2026 at 6:17 AM
Blue Origin to reuse New Glenn booster on next launch spacenews.com/blue-origin-... via
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"It will be the rocket’s third flight and the first since the launch of NASA’s ESCAPADE Mars mission on Nov. 13."
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"It will be the rocket’s third flight and the first since the launch of NASA’s ESCAPADE Mars mission on Nov. 13."
"Other governments are watching, learning"
In this post for @kentik.bsky.social, I analyze the ongoing internet shutdown in Iran — one of the most severe communications blackouts in history.
#DigitalBlackoutIran #IranRevoIution2026
www.kentik.com/blog/from-st...
#DigitalBlackoutIran #IranRevoIution2026
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From Stealth Blackout to Whitelisting: Inside the Iranian Shutdown
Iran is in the midst of one of the world’s most severe communications blackouts. This post uses Kentik data to detail how this historic event unfolded, where this event lies in the context of previous...
www.kentik.com
January 22, 2026 at 2:07 AM
"Other governments are watching, learning"
Four years ago, I asked if China could build & launch satellites fast enough to reach its goal of 12,992 Guowang Internet-service satellites.
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The recent launch, 3 days after relocation to a commercial launch site, is a good sign.
www.china-in-space.com/p/sunrise-la...
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The recent launch, 3 days after relocation to a commercial launch site, is a good sign.
www.china-in-space.com/p/sunrise-la...
Sunrise Launch Delivers More GuoWang Satellites [Long March 12 Y4]
Wenchang's commercial launch site has hosted the delivery of GuoWang's sixteenth group into low Earth orbit.
www.china-in-space.com
January 19, 2026 at 10:49 PM
Four years ago, I asked if China could build & launch satellites fast enough to reach its goal of 12,992 Guowang Internet-service satellites.
circleid.com/posts/202202...
The recent launch, 3 days after relocation to a commercial launch site, is a good sign.
www.china-in-space.com/p/sunrise-la...
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The recent launch, 3 days after relocation to a commercial launch site, is a good sign.
www.china-in-space.com/p/sunrise-la...
European, Chinese Space Agency Heads Meet for First Time Since 2017 open.substack.com/pub/phazzee/...
Several past and current collaborations are mentioned. Maybe the US will join such meetings post-Trump.
Several past and current collaborations are mentioned. Maybe the US will join such meetings post-Trump.
European, Chinese Space Agency Heads Meet for First Time Since 2017
Delegations from the two space agencies discussed achievements since their last meeting, alongside their collaborations.
open.substack.com
January 17, 2026 at 1:31 AM
European, Chinese Space Agency Heads Meet for First Time Since 2017 open.substack.com/pub/phazzee/...
Several past and current collaborations are mentioned. Maybe the US will join such meetings post-Trump.
Several past and current collaborations are mentioned. Maybe the US will join such meetings post-Trump.
China files ITU paperwork for megaconstellations totaling nearly 200,000 satellites spacenews.com/china-files-... via
@SpaceNews_Inc
For speculation on the plans for these satellites, see: china-in-space.com/p/chinese-co...
What of the debris problem?
@bernaagur.bsky.social @eldomador.bsky.social
@SpaceNews_Inc
For speculation on the plans for these satellites, see: china-in-space.com/p/chinese-co...
What of the debris problem?
@bernaagur.bsky.social @eldomador.bsky.social
China files ITU paperwork for megaconstellations totaling nearly 200,000 satellites
China files ITU paperwork for megaconstellations totaling nearly 200,000 satellites China has submitted two filings for huge non-geostationary satellite networks to the International Telecommunication...
spacenews.com
January 12, 2026 at 10:00 PM
China files ITU paperwork for megaconstellations totaling nearly 200,000 satellites spacenews.com/china-files-... via
@SpaceNews_Inc
For speculation on the plans for these satellites, see: china-in-space.com/p/chinese-co...
What of the debris problem?
@bernaagur.bsky.social @eldomador.bsky.social
@SpaceNews_Inc
For speculation on the plans for these satellites, see: china-in-space.com/p/chinese-co...
What of the debris problem?
@bernaagur.bsky.social @eldomador.bsky.social
FCC approves SpaceX plan to deploy an additional 7,500 Starlink satellites, bringing the total to 15,000.
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FCC allows SpaceX to upgrade satellites and operate on five frequencies.
See also: spaceflightnow.com/2026/01/08/l...
reuters.com/business/med...
FCC allows SpaceX to upgrade satellites and operate on five frequencies.
See also: spaceflightnow.com/2026/01/08/l...
FCC approves SpaceX plan to deploy an additional 7,500 Starlink satellites
The Federal Communications Commission said on Friday it has approved SpaceX's request to deploy another 7,500 second-generation Starlink satellites as it works to boost internet service worldwide.
reuters.com
January 10, 2026 at 5:10 AM
FCC approves SpaceX plan to deploy an additional 7,500 Starlink satellites, bringing the total to 15,000.
reuters.com/business/med...
FCC allows SpaceX to upgrade satellites and operate on five frequencies.
See also: spaceflightnow.com/2026/01/08/l...
reuters.com/business/med...
FCC allows SpaceX to upgrade satellites and operate on five frequencies.
See also: spaceflightnow.com/2026/01/08/l...
Strarlink in #Ukraine: What We've Learned in Three Years
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LEO satellite Internet is strategic for combat and PR, enables software-defined warfare, civilian tech mobilization, and creates new dependencies on private networks. @bernaagur.bsky.social @eldomador.bsky.social
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LEO satellite Internet is strategic for combat and PR, enables software-defined warfare, civilian tech mobilization, and creates new dependencies on private networks. @bernaagur.bsky.social @eldomador.bsky.social
January 9, 2026 at 5:15 PM
Strarlink in #Ukraine: What We've Learned in Three Years
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LEO satellite Internet is strategic for combat and PR, enables software-defined warfare, civilian tech mobilization, and creates new dependencies on private networks. @bernaagur.bsky.social @eldomador.bsky.social
circleid.com/posts/starli...
LEO satellite Internet is strategic for combat and PR, enables software-defined warfare, civilian tech mobilization, and creates new dependencies on private networks. @bernaagur.bsky.social @eldomador.bsky.social
Long March 8A Completes Debut Year With GuoWang Mission [Long March 8A Y6] open.substack.com/pub/phazzee/...
The plan is to launch 310 satellites in 2026, 900 in 2027, and 3,600 every year beginning in 2028.
The plan is to launch 310 satellites in 2026, 900 in 2027, and 3,600 every year beginning in 2028.
Long March 8A Completes Debut Year With GuoWang Mission [Long March 8A Y6]
Another nine satellites for the state-backed mega-constellation were placed into low Earth orbit.
open.substack.com
December 27, 2025 at 8:36 PM
Long March 8A Completes Debut Year With GuoWang Mission [Long March 8A Y6] open.substack.com/pub/phazzee/...
The plan is to launch 310 satellites in 2026, 900 in 2027, and 3,600 every year beginning in 2028.
The plan is to launch 310 satellites in 2026, 900 in 2027, and 3,600 every year beginning in 2028.
60 Minutes segment on SECOT as aired in Canada.
Information wants to be free
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Information wants to be free
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December 23, 2025 at 7:34 PM
60 Minutes segment on SECOT as aired in Canada.
Information wants to be free
www.muellershewrote.com/p/watch-the-...
Information wants to be free
www.muellershewrote.com/p/watch-the-...
Tesla files patent to integrate Starlink satellite antennas inside its cars
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Tesla files patent to integrate Starlink satellite antennas inside its cars
Tesla has filed a new patent that strongly suggests the automaker is preparing to integrate Starlink satellite receivers directly into...
electrek.co
December 22, 2025 at 6:46 AM
Tesla files patent to integrate Starlink satellite antennas inside its cars
electrek.co/2025/12/17/t...
electrek.co/2025/12/17/t...
Spacecraft from Chinese launch nearly slammed into Starlink satellite
www.space.com/space-explor...
"200-meter close approach between one of the deployed satellites and STARLINK-6079 (56120) at 560 km altitude"
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"200-meter close approach between one of the deployed satellites and STARLINK-6079 (56120) at 560 km altitude"
Spacecraft from Chinese launch nearly slammed into Starlink satellite, SpaceX says
"As far as we know, no coordination or deconfliction with existing satellites operating in space was performed, resulting in a 200 meter close approach between one of the deployed satellites and STARL...
www.space.com
December 18, 2025 at 6:09 PM
Spacecraft from Chinese launch nearly slammed into Starlink satellite
www.space.com/space-explor...
"200-meter close approach between one of the deployed satellites and STARLINK-6079 (56120) at 560 km altitude"
www.space.com/space-explor...
"200-meter close approach between one of the deployed satellites and STARLINK-6079 (56120) at 560 km altitude"
Zhuque-3 Booster Should Land for First Time in 2026, LandSpace Says
www.china-in-space.com/p/zhuque-3-b...
www.china-in-space.com/p/zhuque-3-b...
Zhuque-3 Booster Should Land for First Time in 2026, LandSpace Says
"Next time, the goal will be a perfect landing."
www.china-in-space.com
December 18, 2025 at 5:03 PM
Zhuque-3 Booster Should Land for First Time in 2026, LandSpace Says
www.china-in-space.com/p/zhuque-3-b...
www.china-in-space.com/p/zhuque-3-b...
The ESA 2025 Highlights only mentions OneWeb one time.
esamultimedia.esa.int/docs/corpora...
esamultimedia.esa.int/docs/corpora...
December 18, 2025 at 4:52 PM
The ESA 2025 Highlights only mentions OneWeb one time.
esamultimedia.esa.int/docs/corpora...
esamultimedia.esa.int/docs/corpora...
Update at the end of my post on Starlink's competitors:
Spain and Poland pushed Europe’s new priorities with record contributions to the European Space Agency.
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Spain wants to develop its space industry, and Poland borders Ukraine.
Spain and Poland pushed Europe’s new priorities with record contributions to the European Space Agency.
circleid.com/posts/starli...
Spain wants to develop its space industry, and Poland borders Ukraine.
December 17, 2025 at 4:26 PM
Update at the end of my post on Starlink's competitors:
Spain and Poland pushed Europe’s new priorities with record contributions to the European Space Agency.
circleid.com/posts/starli...
Spain wants to develop its space industry, and Poland borders Ukraine.
Spain and Poland pushed Europe’s new priorities with record contributions to the European Space Agency.
circleid.com/posts/starli...
Spain wants to develop its space industry, and Poland borders Ukraine.
China Has Three Reusable Rockets Ready for Their Debut Flights china-in-space.com/p/china-has-...
When these finally succeed, China will have more than double SpaceX's capacity to LEO, but not its cadence.
When these finally succeed, China will have more than double SpaceX's capacity to LEO, but not its cadence.
China Has Three Reusable Rockets Ready for Their Debut Flights
One of the three launch vehicles will be China’s first and the first outside the United States.
china-in-space.com
December 1, 2025 at 7:44 PM
China Has Three Reusable Rockets Ready for Their Debut Flights china-in-space.com/p/china-has-...
When these finally succeed, China will have more than double SpaceX's capacity to LEO, but not its cadence.
When these finally succeed, China will have more than double SpaceX's capacity to LEO, but not its cadence.
Starlink's direct-to-cell service launches in Ukraine in European first www.reuters.com/business/med...
www.reuters.com
November 26, 2025 at 7:33 PM
Starlink's direct-to-cell service launches in Ukraine in European first www.reuters.com/business/med...
I asked ChatGPT to tell me about the new #Starlink DTD service in #Ukraine. The reply was elaborate, including future scenarios, and was tailored to my interests:
chatgpt.com/share/69273d...
chatgpt.com/share/69273d...
ChatGPT - Starlink direct to device Ukraine
Shared via ChatGPT
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November 26, 2025 at 5:57 PM
I asked ChatGPT to tell me about the new #Starlink DTD service in #Ukraine. The reply was elaborate, including future scenarios, and was tailored to my interests:
chatgpt.com/share/69273d...
chatgpt.com/share/69273d...
Starlink and the Seven Dwarfs
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Starlink's satellite ISP domination echoes IBM's past supremacy in computing. Geopolitical divides, advancing rivals, Musk & Trump's controversies, etc., suggest its lead will narrow as competitors gain ground in a fragmented global market.
circleid.com/posts/starli...
Starlink's satellite ISP domination echoes IBM's past supremacy in computing. Geopolitical divides, advancing rivals, Musk & Trump's controversies, etc., suggest its lead will narrow as competitors gain ground in a fragmented global market.
November 20, 2025 at 9:26 PM
Starlink and the Seven Dwarfs
circleid.com/posts/starli...
Starlink's satellite ISP domination echoes IBM's past supremacy in computing. Geopolitical divides, advancing rivals, Musk & Trump's controversies, etc., suggest its lead will narrow as competitors gain ground in a fragmented global market.
circleid.com/posts/starli...
Starlink's satellite ISP domination echoes IBM's past supremacy in computing. Geopolitical divides, advancing rivals, Musk & Trump's controversies, etc., suggest its lead will narrow as competitors gain ground in a fragmented global market.