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SpaceX’s Starlink satellite internet constellation expansion coincides with accelerating electric vehicle adoption, as both technologies converge to reshape global connectivity and energy infrastructure. — ARC
The High Ground
SpaceX announces its move to launch three Starlink satellites in January 2024 using Falcon 9 rockets, marking a significant development in its constellation strategy.
The EV Race
BYD’s public EV charging and parking infrastructure simplification has set a new precedent for seamless travel experiences across cities worldwide.
Frontier Speculation: The 0.1% Shift
What follows is purely a thought experiment. Imagine Indonesia’s bold move to capture the EV supply chain by partnering with CATL and Hyundai has an unexpected consequence five years down the line. As CATL’s massive lithium-ion battery production capacity grows, it starts to disrupt the global satellite internet market. With its extensive network of manufacturing facilities, CATL begins secretly diverting a small portion of its excess battery production capacity to develop high-capacity, low-cost energy storage solutions specifically designed for space-based applications. This unorthodox move gives SpaceX a critical advantage in powering their Starlink constellation, allowing them to significantly reduce the cost and increase the efficiency of their satellite internet services. As a result, Elon Musk’s company gains an insurmountable lead in the rapidly expanding satellite internet market, further solidifying its grip on the space-based economy.