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Internet Access in France: From Fiber to Satellite and Everything In Between

Internet Access in France: From Fiber to Satellite and Everything In Between

By end-2024, fiber reached 91% of premises in metropolitan France, passing over 40.6 million locations, with 75% of internet subscriptions now on fiber. About 5.8 million DSL lines remain as copper is phased out, with full retirement set for 2030. Over 45,000 5G sites are active, and Starlink has 60,000 French subscribers. The Cohésion Numérique program offers subsidies for satellite or wireless broadband in underserved areas.
21 June 2025
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Latest News and Developments in Satellites (2024–2025)

Latest News and Developments in Satellites (2024–2025)

More than 1,200 satellites launched in the first four months of 2025, up 50% from early 2024. SpaceX's Starlink reached over 7,000 satellites by late 2024, with 573 more launched in Q1 2025. Amazon’s Project Kuiper began deploying its network in April 2025 with 27 satellites. By end-2024, there were about 10,893 active satellites and 18,700 pieces of trackable debris.
21 June 2025
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No Signal? No Problem: Why Satellite Phones Are Booming in 2025

No Signal? No Problem: Why Satellite Phones Are Booming in 2025

T-Mobile launched a nationwide beta of its T-Satellite service using SpaceX Starlink in June 2025, with a July rollout and no extra cost for premium plans. Vodafone Idea and AST SpaceMobile partnered to deliver 4G/5G from space in India. Samsung’s Galaxy S25 became the first Android phone with native two-way satellite messaging. The FCC advanced new spectrum rules and approved Globalstar’s C-3 constellation for Apple-backed direct-to-device services.
21 June 2025
10,000 Satellites and 5 Million Users: Inside the Satellite Internet Revolution of 2025

10,000 Satellites and 5 Million Users: Inside the Satellite Internet Revolution of 2025

Starlink has launched over 8,000 satellites since 2019 and serves more than 5 million users in 125 countries. Amazon’s Project Kuiper began deploying its constellation in April 2025, while China launched 64 of 13,000 planned Guowang satellites by late 2024. The EU’s IRIS² network targets 300 satellites by 2030. The global satellite internet market is projected to grow from $5 billion in 2024 to $24.6 billion by 2030.
21 June 2025
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Stock Market Today

  • iShares Russell 1000 ETF (IWB) Sees $278 Million Outflow Affecting KO, PM, GEV Shares
    April 9, 2026, 11:47 AM EDT. The iShares Russell 1000 ETF (IWB) experienced a significant outflow of approximately $278 million, marking a 0.6% decrease in units outstanding week-over-week. Key holdings showed mixed stock performance: Coca-Cola Co (KO) rose 0.7%, while Philip Morris International (PM) dipped 0.1%, and GE Vernova (GEV) gained 2.6% during trading. IWB's shares last traded at $369.41, between its 52-week low of $279.04 and high of $382.34. The 200-day moving average, a common technical indicator, remains a relevant metric for assessing the ETF's trend. Large ETF outflows typically lead to the selling of underlying holdings, impacting the stocks within. Monitoring such flows helps investors gauge market sentiment and portfolio adjustments.

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Salesforce Stock Hits Fresh 52-Week Low Despite AI Growth and $50 Billion Buyback

Salesforce Stock Hits Fresh 52-Week Low Despite AI Growth and $50 Billion Buyback

9 April 2026
Salesforce shares hit a new 52-week low Thursday, dropping 3.7% to $169.76 despite reporting 12% revenue growth and strong demand for its AI products. The broader software sector continued to slide, with the S&P 500 software and services index down about $1 trillion since January. Salesforce raised its buyback authorization to $50 billion and increased its dividend to 44 cents a share.
ServiceNow Stock Hits Fresh 52-Week Low as Analysts Cut Targets Ahead of Earnings

ServiceNow Stock Hits Fresh 52-Week Low as Analysts Cut Targets Ahead of Earnings

9 April 2026
ServiceNow shares dropped 5.1% to $92.45 by 10:20 a.m. EDT Thursday, hitting a new 52-week low after analysts at Stifel, BTIG, and Goldman Sachs cut price targets citing weak federal spending and limited 2026 growth. The company announced it will integrate AI, data, security, and governance into all products ahead of first-quarter results due April 22.
SoFi Technologies Stock Slips as Wall Street Cuts Targets Ahead of Q1 Earnings

SoFi Technologies Stock Slips as Wall Street Cuts Targets Ahead of Q1 Earnings

9 April 2026
SoFi Technologies shares fell 1.9% to $16.18 Thursday after KBW and Wells Fargo cut price targets ahead of first-quarter results due April 29. The moves follow Muddy Waters’ short position and claims of accounting issues, which SoFi denies. Affirm and LendingClub also traded lower. Barclays and other banks have trimmed targets as concerns mount over credit quality and sector valuations.
Tesla revives cheaper EV bet with compact SUV plan in China after sales strain

Tesla revives cheaper EV bet with compact SUV plan in China after sales strain

9 April 2026
Tesla is developing a smaller, cheaper electric SUV to be built first in Shanghai, sources said. The new model would cost less than the Model 3 and be smaller than the Model Y. Tesla produced 408,386 vehicles but delivered only 358,023 in Q1, as U.S. demand weakened and competition increased. Shares fell 0.8% Thursday.
Grab Holdings Bets on AI as Group Ride Tool Targets 40% Lower Fares

Grab Holdings Bets on AI as Group Ride Tool Targets 40% Lower Fares

9 April 2026
Grab Holdings launched 13 new AI-powered products in Jakarta, including a “Group Ride” feature that can cut fares by up to 40% for shared routes. CEO Anthony Tan said the tools aim to offset rising fuel costs and support demand as households tighten spending. The company’s 2026 revenue and profit forecasts remain below analyst expectations. Grab’s $600 million deal to buy Foodpanda Taiwan is pending regulatory approval.
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