Amazon plans to offer telecom services via satellite in three European countries, the United States and Canada by the end of this year, the company announced on Thursday.
The services will initially be offered in Europe, starting in France, Germany, and the United Kingdom, and will then expand to other countries. Both individuals, companies and governments will be able to sign up for the offer. Amazon has not yet announced a price.
Over time, the Kuiper network is expected to have thousands of satellites and cover the entire globe.
Competitor Starlink already has 6,000 in use today. Amazon has about fifty. Internet via satellite provides users with access to the web, even in areas that are not connected to cable or have a weak connection.
