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Amazon Launches 27 Satellites, Enters Internet Space Race

5/1/2025

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Amazon successfully launched 27 Project Kuiper satellites on April 28, 2025, from Cape Canaveral, Florida, entering the satellite internet market.
This launch, executed by United Launch Alliance, is the first of over 80 planned, aiming for a total of 3,200 satellites.
Targeting underserved communities, Amazon seeks to compete with SpaceX's Starlink, which operates over 8,000 satellites.
The satellites incorporate advanced technology, featuring improved antennas and optical inter-satellite links for efficient data transfer.
Customer service is expected to begin later this year, with further launches planned to enhance the network.

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Story summary

Amazon successfully launched 27 Project Kuiper satellites on April 28, 2025, from Cape Canaveral, Florida, entering the satellite internet market.
This launch, executed by United Launch Alliance, is the first of over 80 planned, aiming for a total of 3,200 satellites.
Targeting underserved communities, Amazon seeks to compete with SpaceX's Starlink, which operates over 8,000 satellites.
The satellites incorporate advanced technology, featuring improved antennas and optical inter-satellite links for efficient data transfer.
Customer service is expected to begin later this year, with further launches planned to enhance the network.