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SpaceX Launches 500th Rocket, Expands Starlink Network

6/15/2025

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SpaceX Launches Milestone

On June 13, 2025, SpaceX celebrated a milestone by launching its 500th Falcon 9 rocket from Cape Canaveral, Florida, carrying 23 Starlink satellites, 13 of which boast direct-to-cell capabilities. With this launch, the Starlink network now surpasses 7,600 satellites, significantly boosting global internet connectivity and bridging digital divides.

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Starlink Empowers Kazakhstan

Starlink is set to revolutionize internet access in Kazakhstan by launching satellite services in the third quarter of 2025. This move, made possible through a compliance agreement with the Ministry of Digital Development, aims to connect rural communities to high-speed internet, empowering residents with the digital tools they need for a brighter future.

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SpaceX Launches Milestone

On June 13, 2025, SpaceX celebrated a milestone by launching its 500th Falcon 9 rocket from Cape Canaveral, Florida, carrying 23 Starlink satellites, 13 of which boast direct-to-cell capabilities. With this launch, the Starlink network now surpasses 7,600 satellites, significantly boosting global internet connectivity and bridging digital divides.

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