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According to Stocklytics.com, Starlink is operating an astounding 6111 active satellites, accounting for about 50% of all global satellites in space.
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These Starlink satellites primarily consist of LEO satellites, operating at exceptionally low altitudes ranging from 211 to 382 miles. They connect directly with ground receivers and deliver internet service to customers through flat user terminals, allowing for fast broadband.
The site’s financial analyst, Edith Reads, comments:
“The growing need for reliable and secure internet connectivity has fueled the expansion of the satellite internet market. Starlink is the most aggressive player in the satellite domain, with Elon prioritizing global internet coverage.”
Since its first experimental satellite launch in 2019, Elon Musk’s Starlink has expanded tremendously. By May 2024, the firm was already meeting the internet demands of more than three million customers across 100 countries and territories.
The full story and statistics can be found here: 1 in Every 2 Satellites in Orbit Today Belongs to Elon’s Starlink
