Elon Musk’s Starlink to start operations in Jamaica
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It’s official. Elon Musk’s Starlink is set to launch operations in Jamaica.
Using a low Earth orbit, Starlink is the world’s first and largest satellite constellation capable of supporting streaming, online gaming, video calls and more.
Daryl Vaz, minister of science, energy and technology, has approved the licence for Starlink Services Jamaica to provide high-speed, low-latency broadband Internet across the island, after the Office of Utilities Regulation gave the greenlight for its application for telecom licences.
“This is a monumental step for Jamaica’s development as a digital society,” said Vaz, who added that he believed the move was a step in the right direction.
Starlink, which has been in operation since 2019, already has a presence in more than 30 countries.
It also offers unprecedented connectivity continuity during cases of natural disaster and emergency response.
The company has provided support in the aftermath of hurricanes, following wildfires and flooding, and supported governments and public safety officials in other times of crisis.
Even remote and underserved areas in Jamaica will now have access to connectivity with the introduction of Starlink. Through Starlink, communities will be able to support economic growth by delivering online education, providing telehealth services, and connecting.
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