Can Starlink be blocked? Scary Chinese simulation shows 1,000 drones can jam satellite internet over an island as large as Taiwan
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- A recent Chinese simulation indicates that a swarm of 1,000 drones could effectively jam Starlink's satellite internet service over an area comparable to Taiwan, raising concerns about the vulnerability of satellite communications in conflict scenarios.
- This development poses significant implications for Starlink, as it highlights potential weaknesses in its service reliability, particularly in regions where geopolitical tensions exist, potentially affecting its user base and operational strategy.
- The emergence of competing satellite internet services, such as Amazon Leo, underscores a growing market for satellite communications, yet the threat of jamming technologies could challenge the viability and security of these services, prompting a reevaluation of defense mechanisms against such disruptions.
— via World Pulse Now AI Editorial System
