Iran has plunged into a near-total digital blackout as authorities severed nationwide internet connectivity in response to escalating anti-government protests fueled by a severe economic crisis. Data from monitoring firms Cloudflare and NetBlocks shows traffic collapsed to near-zero levels Thursday evening, creating an information vacuum during critical unrest. The shutdown, a repeated tactic by Iranian authorities, raises urgent questions about the accessibility of alternative satellite services like SpaceX’s Starlink, which has been activated in previous blackouts.
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0 in Finance and 0 in Crypto last weekSpacecoin Completes First Blockchain Transaction Via Satellite
Spacecoin has successfully transmitted the world’s first end-to-end blockchain transaction through space using satellite technology, marking a significant milestone in decentralized communication systems. The demonstration routed data 7,000 kilometers from Punta Arenas, Chile, to the Azores, Portugal, via the CTC-0 nanosatellite, bypassing terrestrial internet infrastructure entirely and proving that cryptographic signatures and transaction integrity can survive space transmission.
about Spacecoin Completes First Blockchain Transaction Via SatelliteMusk’s $1B Tesla Buy: PR Move or AI Bet?
Elon Musk’s recent $1 billion Tesla stock purchase is being interpreted by analysts as more of a confidence signal than a financial necessity. The move sparks debate about whether Tesla should be valued as a traditional automaker or as an AI and robotics leader. Speculation grows about potential corporate restructuring separating Tesla’s car business from its futuristic ventures.
about Musk's $1B Tesla Buy: PR Move or AI Bet?Bitcoin to Mars in 3 Minutes: New Tech Unveiled
Tech entrepreneur Jose E. Puente and Carlos Puente have published a white paper introducing Proof-of-Transit Timestamping, a system enabling Bitcoin transactions between Earth and Mars within three minutes. The method leverages optical links from existing infrastructure like NASA or Starlink satellites, combined with a relay network including ground antennas and lunar orbit stations. This breakthrough solves the timestamping dilemma that previously made interplanetary Bitcoin transfers impractical due to light-speed delays. The authors emphasize that the technology is already available—the main hurdle is establishing receiving infrastructure on Mars. This development opens new frontiers for cryptocurrency usage in space exploration and future colonization efforts.
about Bitcoin to Mars in 3 Minutes: New Tech UnveiledStarlink Dominates $100B Satellite Market by 2035
The satellite industry, particularly in low Earth orbit, is evolving into a natural monopoly dominated by Starlink, which already operates over 7,600 satellites. Despite projections that the market could surpass $100 billion by 2035, high launch costs, limited demand in remote regions, and increasing geopolitical rivalries create significant barriers for competitors. While other players contribute to global connectivity, Starlink’s first-mover advantage and scale make it nearly unbeatable in this high-stakes sector.
about Starlink Dominates $100B Satellite Market by 2035Musk Slams US Debt Plan, Crypto Sees Bitcoin Boost
Elon Musk has vehemently opposed a Republican-supported tax-and-spending bill, calling it ‘disgusting’ and warning it could raise the US debt ceiling by $5 trillion, risking national bankruptcy. His criticism has resonated with the crypto community, with figures like Coinbase’s Brian Armstrong suggesting Bitcoin could emerge as a reserve currency if fiscal irresponsibility persists. Meanwhile, tensions between Musk and the Trump administration have surfaced, with reports of disagreements over government roles and policy rejections. The debate highlights growing concerns over US debt and the potential role of cryptocurrencies in addressing fiscal instability.
about Musk Slams US Debt Plan, Crypto Sees Bitcoin BoostAmazon Launches First Kuiper Satellites, Rivaling SpaceX
United Launch Alliance (ULA) successfully launched Amazon’s first operational Kuiper satellites, marking a milestone in Amazon’s plan to build a low-Earth orbit broadband network. This launch kicks off a broader agreement involving 46 launches using Atlas V and Vulcan rockets, aiming to deploy 1,618 satellites by mid-2026. The move intensifies competition with SpaceX’s Starlink, which already has over 7,000 satellites in orbit. ULA and Amazon are optimistic about their partnership, with plans to expand launch capacity and enhance global connectivity. The commercial space race continues to heat up, with companies like Amazon, SpaceX, and Boeing reshaping the future of spaceflight and communication.
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