Starlink aims to reach underserved regions, including poorer nations, through expanded satellite coverage.
Starlink aims to reach underserved regions, including poorer nations, through expanded satellite coverage.
Hello everyone, I understand it's late to worry, but I was curious about whether governments could prevent citizens from using Starlink internet in the future. Our government (Algeria) currently blocks any internet competition—only one provider exists, which is state-owned. Their services are poor, and prices are extremely high, starting at 2 Mbps up to 20 Mbps. Most people settle for the lower speed because it's so costly. What do you think if the government banned Starlink?
One might wonder if creating certain items for export could become prohibited if those markets impose restrictions.
I believe the Chinese now produce nearly everything. They seem indifferent to a fully independent satellite internet service like Starlink, just as any other country with a segmented online landscape would face similar challenges. The presence of China suggests some form of adaptation by companies such as SpaceX, and there will likely be mechanisms for a nation to regulate access—possibly through hardware-based solutions. I think this outcome could favor the Chinese government, perhaps by reinforcing its information dominance. While ignoring foreign patents is common, disregarding domestic ones presents a distinct concern.
The problem lies in verification. The device should be added to the approved list.