Starlink had previously told the government that since its constellation was global, it would follow international norms around data storage and transfer.
Starlink, a subsidiary of Elon Musks SpaceX, may soon get a licence to operate in the satellite communications space, having apparently satisfied the Indian governments concerns on data storage and transfer. This and more in todays ETtech Top 5.
Elon Musk s Starlink is set to receive the licence for SATCOM operations as the government body is satisfied with the company s responses on data storage and transfer norms. The licence will enable Starlink to offer satellite broadband, voice and messaging services to organisations as well as individuals.
Qualcomm Inc is currently in talks with in discussions with leading satellite firms, including Elon Musk s Starlink, regarding necessary modifications to smartphone chipsets and software components. These changes aim to enable mobile satellite services in upcoming Android devices. Qualcomm is investigating the viability of potential technological solutions, such as narrow-band non-terrestrial networks (NTN).
Qualcomm Inc is currently in discussions with leading satellite firms, including Elon Musk s Starlink, regarding necessary modifications to smartphone chipsets and software components. These changes aim to enable mobile satellite services in upcoming Android devices. Qualcomm is investigating the viability of potential technological solutions, such as narrow-band non-terrestrial networks (NTN).