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Amazon’s Project Kuiper Launches First Batch of Satellites, Aims for Global Internet Service

Amazon successfully launched its first 27 Project Kuiper satellites, kickstarting its competition with SpaceX’s Starlink for global satellite internet access.

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  1. Amazon's first 27 internet satellites launch to space

    The Kuiper project is reportedly working through production problems, which could hamper progress towards its goal of filling out the constellation.

    Amazon's first 27 internet satellites launch to space

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  4. What the Amazon vs. SpaceX Satellite Mega Constellation War Means for Earth

    But as our cosmic infrastructure grows without any clear rules of the road, so, too, does the potential for disaster.

    What the Amazon vs. SpaceX Satellite Mega Constellation War Means for Earth

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Updated: Apr 29th, 2025, 3:31 PM ET

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Amazon's Project Kuiper has launched its first 27 satellites aboard a ULA Atlas V rocket, paving the way to compete with SpaceX's Starlink, which has over 8,000 satellites. The satellites will provide high-speed internet, focusing on underserved areas, and Amazon plans to deploy over 3,200 by mid-2026. The company has faced production challenges but aims for more launches this year. While astronomers express concerns over satellite congestion, Amazon's CEO Andy Jassy emphasizes this initial step as part of a larger journey to revolutionize global internet access.

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  • Amazon's Project Kuiper aims to create a constellation of 3,226 satellites for global internet coverage, beginning with the recent launch of 27 satellites into orbit.

  • The rapid expansion of satellite constellations raises concerns about the potential for space debris and collisions, emphasizing the need for regulatory measures as Amazon works through production challenges.

  • Astronomers worry about the impact of satellite brightness on observations, but Project Kuiper has introduced coatings designed to mitigate this issue, demonstrating a commitment to balancing technological advancement with scientific integrity.

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