Devices · 1h ago
Russia to launch Rassvet satellites, aiming for 318-strong Starlink rival by 2028
Russia is set to launch additional Rassvet satellites within days, advancing its plan for a 318-satellite broadband constellation by 2028. The system aims to provide global internet coverage, competing with SpaceX's Starlink. The project underscores growing geopolitical competition in space-based communications.
Meridian48 take
While Russia's ambition is clear, the 2028 timeline and 318-satellite target lag far behind Starlink's operational scale, making this more a symbolic move than a near-term competitive threat.
Read the full reporting
Russia to launch Rassvet Starlink rival within days with 318-strong satellite constellation expected by 2028 →
TechRadar
satellite-internetrussia-tech