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This Week in Startups
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Navigating Startup Turmoil and Space Innovations
This chapter reflects on the emotional challenges in the startup world, likening them to historical wars and highlighting the concept of 'startup PTSD' amid layoffs and shutdowns. It presents an optimistic perspective on economic recovery while discussing the potential of SpaceX's Starlink service, which is gaining traction in user subscriptions and market valuation. The chapter also explains the mechanics of low Earth orbit satellites and their advantages for internet connectivity, along with practical challenges users may encounter.
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