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FCC's Brendan Carr on Starlink subsidy revocation, China's internet ambitions, and TikTok | E1870

Dec 25, 2023
50:11
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FCC Commissioner Brendan Carr joins Jason to discuss the revocation of Starlink's subsidy, the satellite internet race, concerns over TikTok's connections to the CCP, and more!
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  • The revocation of Starlink's subsidy raises concerns about the future of affordable, high-speed internet access for rural areas in the United States.
  • Starlink's affordability and quick deployment could lead to increased competition and price wars in the internet provider market.

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The FCC revokes Starlink subsidy due to alleged inability to deliver high-speed internet service

The FCC has made a puzzling decision to revoke a nearly $1 billion subsidy awarded to Starlink in 2020. The FCC claimed that Starlink is not reasonably likely to deliver 120 internet service to 640,000 rural locations. However, this decision appears inconsistent given that the federal government relies on Starlink for critical operations and connectivity. The decision may be tied to a broader pattern of regulatory harassment against Elon Musk and his companies, as multiple government agencies have been scrutinizing his operations. This decision raises concerns about the future of affordable, high-speed internet access for rural areas in the United States.

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