Starlink doubles internet subscriber base in 2025 to over 9 mln
Starlink, the satellite internet service run by SpaceX, has more than doubled its customer base in 2025, passing 9 million subscribers across 155 countries. The growth highlights strong global demand for satellite broadband, especially in areas with weak or unreliable fixed-line connections.
The service continues to expand coverage and capacity using its growing low-earth orbit satellite constellation, positioning itself as a major player in the broadband market alongside traditional telecom operators.
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