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In hunt for Starlink alternative, Ukraine partners with Nokia and satellite maker ICEYE
Friday, October 23, 2026
Ukraine has partnered with Nokia and satellite maker ICEYE to develop internet and communications infrastructure independent of Starlink, according to reporting on the agreement. SpaceX has implemented speed restrictions on Starlink service in Ukraine that Ukrainian officials said limited military operations. The partnership aims to provide Ukraine with alternative satellite communication capacity and related technology.
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