China’s SpaceSail to Launch Satellite Internet in Brazil by 2026
In a significant development for global internet infrastructure, Brazil is preparing to welcome satellite internet services from Chinese provider SpaceSail, marking a direct competition to Elon Musk’s Starlink. Scheduled for the first half of 2026, this initiative is poised to dramatically enhance digital access across Brazil, particularly in remote and underserved regions. The announcement was confirmed by Brazil’s Chief of Staff, Rui Costa, who emphasized that the collaboration between SpaceSail and Brazil’s state-owned telecommunications entity, Telebras, aims to expand connectivity for critical sectors including schools, hospitals, and public administration. The partnership originates from a memorandum of understanding signed in late … Read more
