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Russia's answer to Starlink was written off as a failure—its satellites are still climbing
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Fusion42 · 4 September 2026 · Fusion42 review
Russia's satellite internet service designed as a competitor to Starlink was initially deemed unsuccessful, but its satellites are continuing to ascend into orbit, indicating ongoing operational or strategic developments.
This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Telecom & Connectivity.
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Russia’s satellite internet effort is quietly progressing despite public dismissal, signalling a reopened door for telecommunications founders to explore alternative supply chains and satellite services in Eastern Europe.
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