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Elon Musk’s ‘Space Phone’ Revolution: How Ukraine Beat the Rest of Europe to Starlink Mobile—and What Happens Next

Elon Musk’s ‘Space Phone’ Revolution: How Ukraine Beat the Rest of Europe to Starlink Mobile—and What Happens Next

Ukraine’s largest operator Kyivstar has quietly leapt to the front of the “direct‑to‑cell” space race, pledging to switch on Starlink‑powered texting by late 2025 and full voice/data service by mid‑2026. In this deep‑dive you’ll learn exactly what was agreed, how the technology works, why regulators fast‑tracked it in a war zone, what analysts think it means for telecom investors, and the hurdles that could still derail Europe’s first satellite‑phone network. Speaking ahead of the Ukraine Recovery Conference in Rome, CEO Oleksandr Komarov said a December 2024 MoU with SpaceX had progressed to live trials. Text‑only connectivity will ship first “to be safe by end‑2025,” followed by full mobile broadband “in Q2 2026.” Reuters
10 July 2025
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Global Satellite Internet Showdown: Starlink vs Viasat vs OneWeb vs Kuiper – Which One Will Connect the World?

Global Satellite Internet Showdown: Starlink vs Viasat vs OneWeb vs Kuiper – Which One Will Connect the World?

Satellite internet is entering a new era in 2025. Once seen as a last resort for rural connectivity, it’s now a hotbed of innovation thanks to low-Earth orbit constellations and next-gen satellites. Companies like SpaceX’s Starlink, traditional providers Viasat and HughesNet, new LEO networks like OneWeb, and upcoming giants like Amazon’s Project Kuiper are racing to blanket the globe with broadband from space. Each provider targets regions like North America, Europe, Africa, Asia, and Latin America with varying coverage, speeds, and pricing. This comprehensive report compares the major satellite internet services – examining their coverage maps, performance, equipment needs, pricing plans, user satisfaction, expert opinions, impact on remote areas, and future expansion plans. Whether you’re a rural consumer desperate for better internet or an industry watcher, read on to see how these satellite ISPs stack up across the world. To start, here’s an overview of how the leading satellite internet providers compare on crucial specs and policies:
9 July 2025
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Space & Satellite Deep Dive – 8th July 2025: Starlink Expansion, Interstellar Visitor, AI in Orbit & Global Policy Shifts / Updated: 2025, July 8th, 12:00 CET

Space & Satellite Deep Dive – 8th July 2025: Starlink Expansion, Interstellar Visitor, AI in Orbit & Global Policy Shifts / Updated: 2025, July 8th, 12:00 CET

SpaceX’s Starlink 10-28 mission launched from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station on July 8, 2025, deploying 28 broadband Starlink satellites into low-Earth orbit and marking the Falcon 9 booster’s 22nd flight, with the booster landing on the drone ship A Shortfall of Gravitas about 8 minutes and 14 seconds after liftoff. The 500th Falcon 9 launch occurred with the Starlink 10-25 mission, deploying 27 Starlink V2 Mini satellites and marking booster B1067’s 29th flight. 3I/ATLAS, discovered by NASA’s ATLAS survey in July 2025 in Chile, is about 20 km wide and travels up to 68 km/s, making it the third
8 July 2025
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Namibia’s Digital Frontier: How Internet Access and Starlink Are Rewiring the Nation’s Future

Namibia’s Digital Frontier: How Internet Access and Starlink Are Rewiring the Nation’s Future

Namibia is undergoing a digital transformation that promises to bridge vast distances and connect its people like never before. With about half of Namibians now online – a figure that climbed from roughly 53% in 2023 to over 60% in 2024 datareportal.com namibiansun.com – the country stands at the cusp of a connectivity revolution. Yet, the realities on the ground are mixed. Internet speeds remain sluggish by global standards, and rural communities still struggle with limited access. Meanwhile, new technologies such as satellite broadband offer hope for leapfrogging traditional infrastructure constraints. This report provides a comprehensive look at Namibia’s internet access: from its historical connectivity milestones and current service providers to urban–rural disparities, infrastructure challenges, pricing and policy trends, the advent of satellite internet like Starlink, and the future outlook for a more connected Namibia. The picture that emerges is one of a nation eager to make a digital leap, balancing ambition with pragmatism as it charts a course toward universal, affordable connectivity. Namibia’s journey into the digital age began in the early 1990s, shortly after independence in 1990. Initial internet connectivity was established via dial-up links to academic networks in neighboring South Africa – for example, a dial-up connection
8 July 2025
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Fiber-Optic Odyssey: How Greece’s Internet Is Evolving from DSL to Starlink

Fiber-Optic Odyssey: How Greece’s Internet Is Evolving from DSL to Starlink

Greece’s internet infrastructure is a mix of legacy DSL lines, emerging fiber-optic networks, expansive mobile broadband, and new satellite options. Nearly 85–87% of Greeks use the internet as of 2023 Tradingeconomics, and there are about 4.5 million fixed broadband subscriptions Eett. Household internet access stands around 86.9%, up dramatically over the past decade Tradingeconomics. National coverage is high for basic broadband – around 97.3% of households can get a fixed line Point Topic – but access to high-speed networks lags behind. Only 38.4% of households can connect to fiber-to-the-premises as of mid-2023 Point Topic, one of the lowest FTTP coverage rates in the EU. Notably, Greece has no cable broadband networks, so upgrades depend on fiber deployments Point Topic. In contrast, legacy DSL covers 96% of homes and remains the default in many areas Point Topic.
25 June 2025
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Starlink’s Sky‑High Cell Service—How T‑Mobile’s October Data Launch Could Obliterate Dead Zones and Rewrite Mobile Internet Forever

Starlink’s Sky‑High Cell Service—How T‑Mobile’s October Data Launch Could Obliterate Dead Zones and Rewrite Mobile Internet Forever

SpaceX’s Starlink constellation and T‑Mobile’s “T‑Satellite” network are racing toward a milestone moment: on 1 October 2025 the service will graduate from today’s SMS‑only beta to full third‑party app data, letting ordinary smartphones send WhatsApp messages, refresh AllTrails maps, and even check AccuWeather forecasts in places where no terrestrial tower exists. The upgrade follows FCC clearance, months of beta testing, and the quiet launch of more than 650 direct‑to‑cell satellites. Below is a deep‑dive report on the facts, the tech, the business, and what comes next. T‑Mobile CEO Mike Sievert and SpaceX Chief Engineer Elon Musk first promised to “end mobile dead zones” at Starbase in Aug 2022, explaining that Starlink satellites would act “like a cell tower in the sky.” t-mobile.comtechcrunch.com SpaceX began launching DTC‑capable “V2 mini” satellites in Jan 2024 and has since placed more than 650 in orbit. reuters.comen.wikipedia.org
24 June 2025
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Shocking Showdown: How Iran Is Trying to Snuff Out Elon Musk’s Starlink—and Why Tens of Thousands of Dishes Keep Beaming Freedom Back

Shocking Showdown: How Iran Is Trying to Snuff Out Elon Musk’s Starlink—and Why Tens of Thousands of Dishes Keep Beaming Freedom Back

Iran’s Ministry of Communications warned on 23 June 2025 that owning or installing a Starlink terminal is a punishable offense. The ministry simultaneously asked the International Telecommunication Union to compel SpaceX to “deactivate unauthorized devices” operating inside the country jpost.com. Officials framed Starlink as a national-security risk, claiming the network could be used to guide Israeli or U.S. strikes. The statement follows weeks of near-total internet shutdowns imposed after Israel’s Operation Rising Lion air-campaign on 13 June. Connectivity fell by 97 percent at the blackout’s peak, according to web-monitoring firms en.wikipedia.org.
24 June 2025
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Iran’s Internet Access Exposed: From Aging ADSL to an Underground Starlink Revolution

Iran’s Internet Access Exposed: From Aging ADSL to an Underground Starlink Revolution

Iran’s internet infrastructure is a mix of aging fixed broadband and expanding mobile networks, all under strain from sanctions and state control. Fixed broadband largely relies on ADSL and a limited fiber-optic rollout. The government has ambitious fiber plans – aiming to cover 20 million premises with fiber by end of 2025 – but progress has been slow businesswire.com. As of early 2024, Iran had about 73.1 million internet users and 146.5 million mobile connections, indicating many users carry multiple SIMs freedomhouse.org. Median download speeds remain modest: about 15 Mbps on fixed broadband vs 37 Mbps on mobile as of May 2024 freedomhouse.org. This means mobile 4G networks often outperform Iran’s sluggish ADSL links. Indeed, the country’s 4G coverage is broad, while true 5G is in its infancy pulse.internetsociety.org. Major operators have piloted 5G in urban centers, and the telecom regulator projected up to 4,000 5G base stations by March 2025 businesswire.com. However, rollout has been hampered by limited spectrum availability and underinvestment businesswire.com capacitymedia.com. In short, Iran boasts one of the largest, youngest online populations in the Middle East, but outdated infrastructure and slow upgrades leave a gap between user demand and network quality. Critically, Iran’s connectivity is shaped
24 June 2025
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Starlink Goes Dark-Busting in Iran: How Elon Musk’s Satellite Beams Shattered Tehran’s Internet Blackout and Triggered a Global Free-Speech Showdown

Starlink Goes Dark-Busting in Iran: How Elon Musk’s Satellite Beams Shattered Tehran’s Internet Blackout and Triggered a Global Free-Speech Showdown

The past ten days have seen an unprecedented collision between a Silicon Valley billionaire and one of the world’s most restrictive regimes. When Iranian authorities plunged the country into an almost total internet blackout after Israeli air-strikes on June 13 – 14, SpaceX CEO Elon Musk switched Starlink coverage on over Iran less than 24 hours later, tweeting simply: “The beams are on.” timesofindia.indiatimes.com What followed has been a fast-moving tug-of-war: tens of thousands of clandestine satellite dishes lighting up, desperate users scrambling for a lifeline, officials threatening jail, and digital-rights experts warning that the battle for connectivity in wartime Iran could redraw the global map of information control. Below is the most comprehensive deep-dive yet into what happened, why it matters, and what comes next. Digital-rights researcher John Scott-Railton notes that “every new communications tool moves faster than the regime trying to track it down – but novel tech also creates fresh risks.” time.com
24 June 2025
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State of Internet Access in Palau: From Coral Reefs to Starlink

State of Internet Access in Palau: From Coral Reefs to Starlink

Palau, a Pacific archipelago famed for its coral reefs and remote islands, has been rapidly modernizing its internet connectivity in recent years. As a small nation of about 18,000 people, Palau long faced challenges in digital access due to its isolated geography and limited infrastructure. Until 2017, Palau relied entirely on satellite links for internet, resulting in high costs and sparse usage – only about 25% of the population had internet access at that time pacificnote.com. The deployment of undersea fiber-optic cables marked a turning point, bringing high-speed connectivity to the islands. Today roughly two-thirds of Palauans use the internet datareportal.com, and ongoing initiatives aim to extend fast, affordable access across the country. This report examines the current state of Palau’s internet infrastructure, service providers, accessibility, government policies, the emerging role of satellite services like Starlink, challenges, and future plans for improving connectivity in this remote paradise. Undersea Fiber-Optic Cables: Palau’s internet backbone is anchored by submarine fiber-optic cables. In 2017, Palau lit its first fiber link by connecting a spur into the trans-Pacific SEA-US cable system belaucable.com. This initial cable branches off the SEA-US network near Guam, providing Palau with a high-capacity, low-latency connection to global internet hubs belaucable.com.
23 June 2025
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Tanzania’s Internet Revolution: From 2G Villages to Starlink Skies

Tanzania’s Internet Revolution: From 2G Villages to Starlink Skies

Tanzania is experiencing a rapid digital transformation, with millions of new users coming online. As of January 2024, about 21.82 million Tanzanians were using the internet, representing an internet penetration rate of 31.9% of the population datareportal.com. This marks steady growth but also highlights the remaining gap – roughly 68% of the population were still offline at the start of 2024 datareportal.com. In terms of mobile connectivity, Tanzania had 67.72 million active mobile cellular connections, roughly equivalent to 99% of the population datareportal.com. These figures indicate that while connectivity is expanding, a majority of citizens have yet to reap the benefits of the internet. It’s important to distinguish “internet subscriptions” from unique users. The Tanzania Communications Regulatory Authority tracks subscriptions across all devices and SIM cards: by the end of 2024, active internet subscriptions had surged to 48 million, up from 41.4 million just a quarter earlier thecitizen.co.tz. This whopping 16% jump in late 2024 suggests that many Tanzanians are adopting additional data SIMs/devices. Unique user counts are therefore lower – roughly half of the subscription count – due to individuals with multiple connections datareportal.com. The sharp rise coincided with government digitalization efforts and probably an aggressive push by operators
23 June 2025
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China’s “Night‑Light” Laser vs. Starlink: What a 2‑Watt Beam Really Means for the Coming Orbital Arms Race

China’s “Night‑Light” Laser vs. Starlink: What a 2‑Watt Beam Really Means for the Coming Orbital Arms Race

China’s June 2025 demonstration of a 1‑gigabit‑per‑second laser down‑link from geostationary orbit sparked sensational headlines claiming a weak “candle‑bright” beam had “pulverized Starlink.” In reality, the 2‑watt transmission was a communications breakthrough, not an anti‑satellite strike. Yet the episode sits at the crossroads of two fast‑diverging trends: a legitimate push to replace crowded radio channels with ultra‑fast optical links, and a parallel scramble by major powers to field directed‑energy weapons in space. Below is a deep‑dive report that separates physics from hype, reviews the technology, and assesses the wider strategic stakes. Adaptive optics reshapes an incoming wavefront with hundreds of deformable‑mirror actuators, while MDR routes the beam through multiple spatial “modes,” selecting the three cleanest channels in real time interestingengineering.com. The result: optical BER plunged below 10⁻⁵ even under strong turbulence, enabling a gigabit link with power comparable to a bicycle headlight.
22 June 2025
Space‑Laser Shockwave: Inside China’s 2‑Watt Orbital Beam That Claims to Outgun Starlink and Reshape the Security Balance in Space

Space‑Laser Shockwave: Inside China’s 2‑Watt Orbital Beam That Claims to Outgun Starlink and Reshape the Security Balance in Space

China’s June 2025 experiment beaming 1 Gbps of data from geostationary orbit with a laser barely brighter than a night‑light has electrified the telecom industry—and alarmed military planners worldwide. Multiple open‑source reports agree that the demonstration proves China can move high‑bandwidth traffic five times faster than today’s Starlink downlinks while using a fraction of the power, thanks to a new “AO‑MDR synergy” optics trick. Yet analysts caution that headlines such as “pulverizes Starlink” exaggerate the event; nothing was actually destroyed. What the feat really signals is a maturing Chinese playbook that merges commercial innovation with counter‑space doctrine, pushing the United States and its allies to accelerate their own directed‑energy defences. Chinese researchers led by Prof. Wu Jian and Liu Chao pointed a 2‑watt laser at a ground station from 36,000 km up and still hit 1 Gbps—“five times faster than Starlink,” the South China Morning Post wrote, calling the beam “dim as a candle” but exceptionally well‑corrected by adaptive optics + mode‑diversity reception Scmp. Interesting Engineering confirmed the same numbers and credited the AO‑MDR scheme for boosting usable signal quality from 72 % to 91 % despite heavy turbulence Interestingengineering.
22 June 2025
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Elon Musk’s Starlink vs. Iran’s Blackout: Fact-Checking the 20,000 Secret Dishes Reconnecting a Nation

Elon Musk’s Starlink vs. Iran’s Blackout: Fact-Checking the 20,000 Secret Dishes Reconnecting a Nation

A recent viral report claimed that Elon Musk “bypassed” Iran’s total internet blackout by activating Starlink for 20,000 hidden satellite terminals inside the country. The dramatic story – emerging amid an escalating conflict involving Iran and Israel – suggests that Musk’s SpaceX satellites beamed uncensored internet to Iranians after the regime tried to cut off access. Given Iran’s notorious history of internet censorship and shutdowns, and Starlink’s growing reputation as a digital lifeline in crises, this claim has attracted global attention. But is it true? This report investigates all factual details of the claim using up-to-date, credible sources. We verify what actually happened in Iran in June 2025, examine whether 20,000 Starlink terminals were indeed operating clandestinely, and look for corroboration from mainstream media, officials, and tech experts. Along the way, we’ll explore related context – from Starlink’s role in other conflict zones to Iran’s internet blackouts and the broader implications for global internet freedom. In mid-June 2025, a sudden military confrontation erupted between Iran and Israel. Following Israeli airstrikes on Iranian nuclear and military sites, the Iranian government imposed a nationwide internet shutdown – a digital blackout aimed at quelling unrest and controlling information ndtv.com timesofisrael.com. On June 14,
21 June 2025
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India Grants License to Starlink: A New Era for Satellite Internet Connectivity

India Grants License to Starlink: A New Era for Satellite Internet Connectivity

Elon Musk’s Starlink satellite internet service has secured an official license in India, marking a major milestone in the country’s telecom sector. In mid-June 2025, India’s Department of Telecommunications granted Starlink a Global Mobile Personal Communication by Satellite services license economictimes.indiatimes.com economictimes.indiatimes.com. This approval – confirmed publicly by Communications Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia – removes a significant regulatory obstacle and paves the way for Starlink to launch commercial broadband services across India economictimes.indiatimes.com economictimes.indiatimes.com. Starlink becomes the third player after Eutelsat OneWeb and Reliance Jio’s satellite venture to receive such authorization, opening what Scindia described as India’s “next frontier of connectivity” economictimes.indiatimes.com economictimes.indiatimes.com. Minister Scindia announced the development on social media, following a meeting with SpaceX President and COO Gwynne Shotwell. He lauded Starlink’s license as a “great start to the journey”, emphasizing opportunities to collaborate in satellite communications to power the Digital India initiative economictimes.indiatimes.com government.economictimes.indiatimes.com. According to Scindia, integrating satellite internet will empower citizens across the country, especially in areas where traditional networks are hard to deploy economictimes.indiatimes.com timesofindia.indiatimes.com. The DoT’s license issuance will be followed by spectrum allocation to Starlink, after which full commercial operations can commence “at a rapid pace” once all security and technical compliance demonstrations
21 June 2025
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Track Satellites in Real Time – The Ultimate Guide to Satellite Trackers, Apps, and Imagery (ISS, Starlink & More)

Track Satellites in Real Time – The Ultimate Guide to Satellite Trackers, Apps, and Imagery (ISS, Starlink & More)

Tracking satellites has never been easier. Thanks to a range of online tools and mobile apps, anyone can follow spacecraft in real time – from the International Space Station to SpaceX’s Starlink constellation – right from a web browser or smartphone. These satellite trackers not only show live positions on maps or in the sky, but also predict flyovers, display satellite imagery of Earth, and send alerts so you never miss a pass. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll explore the leading internet-based satellite trackers, high-resolution imagery platforms, and mobile apps that bring space tracking to your fingertips. Whether you’re an amateur astronomer hoping to spot a bright satellite, a journalist analyzing Earth observation images, or just curious about what’s orbiting above, there’s a tool for you. Modern apps even leverage your phone’s sensors to point you in the right direction, making satellite-watching a fun activity to share. As one space expert notes, “mobile apps are ideal tools for tracking the satellites that are visible with unaided eyes. They can tell you which object you are seeing, alert you just before a space station will appear in the night sky and show you exactly where to look for it” space.com. Read
20 June 2025
Slovenia’s High-Speed Makeover: From Fiber Frenzy to Starlink Skies

Slovenia’s High-Speed Makeover: From Fiber Frenzy to Starlink Skies

Slovenia has heavily invested in fixed broadband infrastructure, with a strong shift towards fiber-optic networks in recent years. The country’s FTTP coverage reached about 78.5% of households as of 2023 – well above the EU average digital-strategy.ec.europa.eu. Legacy DSL networks still exist in some areas, but operators are rapidly replacing or upgrading DSL lines to fiber to meet gigabit targets. Cable broadband also plays a role via providers like Telemach, offering high speeds comparable to fiber. Major fixed broadband providers include:
17 June 2025
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2025 Satellite Internet Showdown: Starlink vs Viasat vs HughesNet vs OneWeb & More

2025 Satellite Internet Showdown: Starlink vs Viasat vs HughesNet vs OneWeb & More

Satellite internet is entering a new era in mid-2025. From SpaceX’s Starlink LEO constellation grabbing headlines to established GEO providers like Viasat and HughesNet rolling out faster plans, consumers and businesses now have more options than ever. This report compares the most popular satellite internet services worldwide – covering both home/consumer plans and enterprise solutions – on key factors like coverage, speeds, latency, pricing, equipment, data caps, and special features. Whether you’re a rural homeowner seeking broadband or an enterprise needing connectivity at sea, read on for a comprehensive comparison. Table Notes: Starlink pricing varies by region and additional plans exist for RV/roaming, maritime, etc. OneWeb is sold through distributors with custom plans for each client. Inmarsat GX is now part of Viasat but we list it separately as a distinct service. Latency values are approximate average round-trip internet latencies.
16 June 2025
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Fiber vs 5G vs Starlink: The Shocking Truth About Internet Speeds, Latency and Costs Worldwide

Fiber vs 5G vs Starlink: The Shocking Truth About Internet Speeds, Latency and Costs Worldwide

Introduction: The way you access the internet can make or break your online experience. Is fiber-optic broadband truly the fastest option everywhere? Can the latest 5G wireless and Elon Musk’s Starlink satellite network dethrone wired broadband? What about legacy tech like DSL or alternatives like cable, fixed wireless, and even futuristic Li-Fi light-based internet? In this comprehensive report, we compare all popular internet access technologies worldwide. We’ll examine their speeds, latency, reliability, coverage, installation complexity, costs, scalability, and suitability for home vs business use. The differences are dramatic – and you might be surprised which technology comes out on top in each category. To set the stage, the table below provides a snapshot comparison of key metrics for each major internet access type:
16 June 2025
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State of Internet Access in Jordan: From Fiber Optics to Starlink

State of Internet Access in Jordan: From Fiber Optics to Starlink

Jordan has emerged as one of the Middle East’s more connected nations, with over 90% of its population now online freedomhouse.org. Driven by ambitious digital strategies and telecom sector investments, the country’s internet infrastructure spans modern fiber-optic networks, widespread mobile broadband, and new satellite services like Starlink. This report provides a comprehensive overview of internet access in Jordan as of 2025 – from the dominance of fiber in fixed broadband to the rollout of 5G and the arrival of LEO satellite internet. It examines the major service providers and market share, the affordability and accessibility of services for consumers, government policies shaping the sector, urban-rural coverage gaps, network performance and user experience, comparisons with regional peers, and the future outlook for Jordan’s digital connectivity. Key statistics and recent trends are highlighted to illustrate the state of internet access in Jordan in 2025. Jordan’s internet infrastructure is a mix of robust fiber-optic backbones, legacy copper lines, extensive mobile broadband networks, and increasingly, satellite links. The government and operators have invested heavily in upgrading networks over the past decade, achieving nationwide 4G coverage and accelerating fiber deployment freedomhouse.org. Below is a summary of key connectivity modes in Jordan:
14 June 2025
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  • Palantir (PLTR) Analyst Sets $150 Target for 2026 After Strong AI Revenue Growth
    June 30, 2026, 10:57 AM EDT. Palantir Technologies (NASDAQ:PLTR) shares dropped 12.1% last week to $112.93, now down 36.47% year to date. Rosenblatt's John McPeake kept his $150 price target for the end of 2026, pointing to Palantir's position in AI infrastructure and 84.7% revenue growth in Q1 2026, which hit $1.632 billion. GAAP operating margin was 46%. The company put up a 'Rule of 40' score at 145%. U.S. commercial sales surged 133% to $595 million and remaining deal value landed at $4.92 billion. U.S. government contract revenue rose 84% to $687 million. McPeake said a run to $150 would mean Palantir sticking to its 71% revenue guidance, keeping margins up and holding a 77x forward P/E, but flagged high beta and risk of multiple compression.
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