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Multiple constellations are staking claims for communications satellites in non-geostationary orbit, posing a challenge to newcomers in the industry. The market is dominated by vertically integrated giants like Starlink. Newcomers face an uphill battle to establish themselves alongside these entrenched players.
The Security Service of Ukraine detained a resident of Dnipro for organizing a scheme to activate over 1,000 Starlink satellite terminals for Russian forces. The suspect was recruited via Telegram and used proxy data to register the devices. Authorities have blocked all 1,000 terminals and charged the suspect with aiding a foreign state.
Ukraine's Security Service detained two men in Kyiv for registering 76 Starlink satellite terminals for Russian intelligence. The men used Ukrainian passports and a postal worker's help. They face life imprisonment for their actions.