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Drones in Ukraine (2022–2025): A Comprehensive Report

Introduction The period from 2022 through 2025 has seen Ukraine transform into a focal point of drone deployment and innovation. Unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), commonly known as drones, have permeated nearly every aspect of Ukraine’s military, commercial, civilian, and humanitarian spheres. In the ongoing war sparked by the 2022 Russian invasion, drones became an indispensable…
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State of Internet Access in Mexico: The Digital Divide, Ground and Sky

Introduction:Internet access in Mexico has expanded dramatically in recent years, reaching over 107 million users (83% of the population) by early 2024 datareportal.com. The country has invested heavily in both ground-based infrastructure (fiber-optic networks, mobile broadband) and emerging satellite services (“sky”) to connect its people. Yet a significant digital divide remains between well-served urban areas and underserved…
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Out of Signal? These Phones Talk to Space! The Truth About Satellite SMS and Satellite Phones

Introduction to Satellite Communication and Its Relevance In today’s connected world, we expect our phones to have signal everywhere – but far beyond the reach of cell towers, only satellites can bridge the gap. Satellite communication refers to using orbiting satellites to send and receive signals, allowing phones to connect where no ground network exists en.wikipedia.org. This…
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Inside OneWeb’s Global Internet Play: How This Satellite Network Is Quietly Disrupting Starlink’s Orbit

Summary OneWeb is building a global satellite internet constellation that aims to bridge the digital divide by delivering broadband connectivity to remote and underserved regions of the world. Founded in 2012, the company has deployed hundreds of small low-Earth-orbit (LEO) satellites at ~1,200 km altitude to blanket the Earth in coverage en.wikipedia.org en.wikipedia.org. Unlike SpaceX’s Starlink (which sells service directly…
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Sky-Fi Revolution: How Starlink Is Reshaping Global Internet Access

Introduction High-speed internet access is increasingly seen as essential infrastructure, yet billions worldwide still lack reliable connectivity. Traditional wired broadband and cellular networks often fail to reach remote or underserved areas, leaving a “digital divide.” Enter Starlink, a satellite internet constellation developed by SpaceX. Starlink is deploying thousands of low Earth orbit (LEO) satellites to deliver…
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Kuala Lumpur’s Lightning-Fast Internet: Blazing Speeds or Overhyped Connection?

Think Kuala Lumpur’s connectivity is all hype? This deep-dive reveals the jaw-dropping truth about 5G, fiber, and Wi-Fi in Malaysia’s capital – including one big surprise for tourists. Overview of KL’s Internet Infrastructure & Digital Readiness Kuala Lumpur is at the heart of one of Southeast Asia’s most connected nations. Internet penetration in Malaysia exceeds 97% of…
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Internet Access in Bangkok, Thailand: A Comprehensive Guide

Overview of Internet Infrastructure in Bangkok Bangkok boasts one of the most advanced internet infrastructures in Southeast Asia. Thailand’s internet penetration is high (around 85% as of 2021) and the country ranks among the top in the world for broadband speed en.wikipedia.org. In fact, by early 2025 Thailand held 13th place globally for fixed broadband…
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Thailand’s High-Speed Internet Revolution: 5G, Fiber, and the Battle to Bridge the Digital Divide

Overview of Thailand’s Internet Infrastructure Development Thailand was an early adopter of the internet in Asia, making its first international connection in the late 1980s and moving to full TCP/IP by 1992​ en.wikipedia.org. In the early 2000s, internet access shifted from dial-up to broadband, with a major boost in 2004 when unmetered flat-rate broadband plans…
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Wi-Fi on Everest, Firewalls in Lhasa: Inside Tibet’s Internet Revolution

Workers install a China Mobile 5G base station at 6,500 meters elevation on Mount Everest in 2020 – the world’s highest 5G site.​ chinadaily.com.cn High-speed internet has reached even the roof of the world. In China’s Tibet Autonomous Region (TAR), modern telecommunications now span from Lhasa’s city streets to the remote slopes of the Himalayas.…
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High-Speed Himalayas: Inside Nepal’s Race to Connect Every Peak and Village

Nepal’s unique geography – from the towering Himalayas to remote hill villages – makes internet access both challenging and crucial. In recent years, Nepal has made significant strides to expand digital connectivity across the country. This report examines Nepal’s internet landscape in detail: the major service providers and their market share, the state of mobile and broadband…
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