A Baltic Broadband Success Story Latvia, a small Baltic nation of 1.9 million, has quietly become a global leader in internet connectivity. With over 92% of its people online and surfing at blistering speeds, Latvia enjoys near-universal internet access datareportal.com pulse.internetsociety.org. Whether it’s gigabit fiber in the capital or 5G signal in the countryside, Latvians are…
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Introduction: The global fighter jet market is in takeoff mode in 2025, reaching record heights as nations race to modernize their air forces. Defense giants are vying to supply cutting-edge stealth aircraft amid rising geopolitical tensions and increased military spending. Major powers and their allies are pouring billions into new fighters, driven by NATO’s expansion,…
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Introduction Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022 has caused massive destruction and human suffering, setting the stage for Europe’s largest reconstruction effort since World War II. More than 26,000 civilians have been killed or injured, and millions of Ukrainians have been uprooted from their homes. As of mid-2025, roughly 3.7 million people remain internally…
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Hungary’s internet landscape has transformed dramatically in recent years. Once defined by slow DSL connections and patchy rural coverage, the country is now pushing the boundaries with nationwide fiber-optic networks, expansive 4G/5G mobile broadband, and even satellite internet options. This report provides a comprehensive overview of internet access in Hungary – spanning fixed broadband (fiber,…
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Estonia, often dubbed a Baltic tech star, has transformed itself into one of the most digitally advanced societies. From nearly universal internet access on the ground to new connectivity options beaming down from satellites, Estonia’s internet revolution touches every corner – even rural farms and outer space. This report explores the state of Estonia’s internet…
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The maritime satellite communications market is entering a dynamic growth phase, buoyed by surging demand for connectivity at sea. In the coming years, services delivered via Very Small Aperture Terminal (VSAT) and L-band satellite links are expected to expand rapidly, transforming how ships stay connected on the open oceans. Industry forecasts project robust growth through…
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Starlink, SpaceX’s satellite internet network, has rapidly expanded coverage worldwide since its beta launch in 2020. As of mid-2025, Starlink service is available in over 110 countries and territories, with more on the way idemest.com. Below is an up-to-date regional breakdown of Starlink availability – including countries with full commercial service, those in beta or…
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Overview of Bulgaria’s Internet Infrastructure and Landscape Bulgaria has a well-developed internet infrastructure for a country of its size. In recent years, the nation has invested heavily in high-speed broadband networks, especially fiber-optic lines in urban areas budde.com.au. This has led to excellent cross-platform competition in fixed broadband – customers can access the internet via…
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Introduction SpaceX’s Starlink satellite internet service has rapidly expanded worldwide, now available in over 100 countries across North America, Europe, Asia, Africa, Oceania, and parts of South America thenationalnews.com. Since its beta launch in 2020, Starlink has amassed millions of subscribers (surpassing 4 million by late 2024) and deployed thousands of low-Earth orbit satellites en.wikipedia.org. Starlink offers several service…
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Iceland may be a small, remote island in the North Atlantic, but it boasts one of the world’s most advanced internet ecosystems. Virtually the entire population is online – over 99% of Icelanders use the internet en.wikipedia.org – and they enjoy some of the fastest connections on Earth. This report explores Iceland’s internet infrastructure from ultra-fast fiber…
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