low Earth orbit

Amazon has partnered with SpaceX to launch satellites supporting its Project Kuiper, a direct competitor to SpaceX’s Starlink. The deal involves using SpaceX’s Falcon 9 rockets for three launches scheduled for 2025, increasing Amazon’s capacity for deploying low Earth orbit satellites. While financial terms were not disclosed, this partnership aligns with Amazon’s long-term strategy to expand its satellite constellation. With this collaboration, Amazon aims to compete head-to-head with Starlink and revolutionize global internet connectivity.