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January 18, 2026
Russia to launch rival to Musk’s Starlink
Russia will put more than 300 communications satellites into orbit, Roscosmos head Dmitry Bakanov has said
TL;DR
- Russia plans to launch its own satellite internet network, 'Rassvet,' by 2027.
- The network will use over 300 satellites and domestically designed terminals.
- The system aims to provide connectivity to areas not covered by terrestrial networks.
- Rassvet is positioned as a response to Elon Musk's Starlink, which is not officially available in Russia.
- The project's developer is Bureau 1440.
- Russia also intends to offer Rassvet access to allied countries.
- Starlink has been utilized by Ukrainian forces for communication and surveillance.
- Moscow has expressed concerns about the weaponization of Starlink technology.
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