SpaceX wants to launch 100,000 more Starlink satellites - for 100x the bandwidth
Summary
ZDNET reports SpaceX plans to deploy Gen3 Starlink satellites, potentially 100k, to provide multi-gigabit broadband with latency under 20 ms. The article covers the FCC filing, spectrum requests across multiple bands, and expected end-user hardware upgrades, as well as competitive landscape and implications for rural connectivity. It highlights questions about feasibility, cost, and regulatory approvals.