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SpaceX in talks over $1.6 billion Starlink deal with Italy
Original: SpaceX discusses $1.6B Starlink deal with Italian government
SpaceX is negotiating a deal worth $1.6 billion with the Italian government to expand Starlink satellite internet services in the country. The agreement would represent one of the largest government contracts for the satellite broadband service and could significantly extend its reach in Europe. The talks are drawing attention given growing reliance on satellite connectivity and scrutiny of government deals with SpaceX.
Why now: A major potential government contract for Starlink in a large European market is significant news for the space and telecom sectors.
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