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Starlink is providing free broadband internet service in Venezuela through February 3, 2026, applying service credits to both active and inactive users to ensure continued connectivity amid infrastructure disruptions. The satellite-based service operates independently of ground networks, enabling resilient internet access in areas where traditional systems may be compromised. This temporary program highlights the role of satellite broadband as a connectivity lifeline during emergencies and political instability.

In 2026, Starlink orbital reconfiguration for space safety will gradually lower the altitude of approximately 4,400 satellites from around 550 km to 480 km to enhance collision avoidance and hasten natural deorbiting of failed units. This approach reduces ballistic decay times by over eighty percent and places satellites in a less congested orbital band, significantly improving overall space safety. The maneuver, coordinated with regulators and U.S. Space Command, reflects Starlink’s commitment to long-term space sustainability in a crowded low Earth orbit environment.

In 2025, Starlink experienced a year of dramatic growth by connecting over 4.6 million new active customers, bringing its total subscriber base to more than 9.2 million worldwide. This milestone reflects expanded service in 35 new countries, increased demand in underserved regions, and the broader adoption of satellite broadband as a reliable alternative to traditional internet infrastructure. Starlink now serves users across more than 155 markets and continues to broaden its global connectivity footprint.

In 2025, SpaceX executed a record-breaking launch cadence, flying more than 120 Falcon 9 missions dedicated to expanding the Starlink satellite constellation. These deployments added over 270 Tbps of new network capacity, enabling Starlink to support a rapidly growing global user base of over 9 million subscribers and expand broadband access across underserved regions. The achievements reflect SpaceX’s continued leadership in satellite internet and launch operations.

Savage, a global supply chain company with hundreds of remote sites, faced persistent challenges with traditional internet infrastructure due to location-based limitations and lengthy installation processes. By adopting Starlink’s satellite broadband solution — Starlink remote connectivity for supply chain operations — the company deployed high-speed, dependable internet across its network without the need for permits, long lead times, or extensive contractors. This resulted in enhanced agility, cost savings, and significantly improved connectivity for essential services. Continued expansion of Starlink deployments is expected to further strengthen operational resilience.