Ukraine disputes Musk claim that military violated Starlink terms

Ukraine disputes Musk claim that military violated Starlink terms

A Ukrainian official disputed SpaceX CEO Elon Musk’s claim that Ukraine’s military violated Starlink’s terms of service, prompting the company to restrict Ukraine’s access to the high-speed satellite technology. Serhii Beskrestnov, a defense technology advisor to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, wrote an online post on Sunday contesting Musk’s reason for temporarily throttling Ukraine’s access to…

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Musk chose to restrict Ukraine’s access to SpaceX satellite network, sources say

Musk chose to restrict Ukraine’s access to SpaceX satellite network, sources say

A decision by Elon Musk led to restrictions on Ukraine’s use of SpaceX’s satellite communications network, people familiar with the matter told CBS News. The satellite service, which is used for drone operations, hitting certain targets and protecting sites in Ukraine, was slowed significantly last week. Musk held multiple conversations with administration officials leading up…

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Africa: Dangote and Musk – Africa Needs Both Industrialists and Tech Innovators

Africa: Dangote and Musk – Africa Needs Both Industrialists and Tech Innovators

The two entrepreneurs represent distinct forms of business leadership, and governments must create the conditions for both to thrive. Africa’s development debate often pits traditional industrialisation through factories, refineries and ports against leapfrogging to a digital, technology-led future. The careers of two very different businessmen suggest this is a false choice. Aliko Dangote and Elon…

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