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Congress Probes SpaceX's Starlink Amid $10B Scam Crisis

10/30/2025

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The U.S. Congress is investigating SpaceX's Starlink satellite internet service's involvement in telecom scams after $10 billion were lost in 2024.
In Myanmar, Starlink gained popularity after traditional services were cut off, as crime syndicates exploited it for scams, prompting SpaceX to limit to 2,500 satellites.
Fact-checkers debunk Telegram claims about Starlink suspension in Myanmar border areas, noting that Starlink remains operational in regions with limited access near scam hubs.

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The U.S. Congress is investigating SpaceX's Starlink satellite internet service's involvement in telecom scams after $10 billion were lost in 2024.
In Myanmar, Starlink gained popularity after traditional services were cut off, as crime syndicates exploited it for scams, prompting SpaceX to limit to 2,500 satellites.
Fact-checkers debunk Telegram claims about Starlink suspension in Myanmar border areas, noting that Starlink remains operational in regions with limited access near scam hubs.