Satellite internet for AI & IoT
Satellite broadband (e.g., Starlink, Project Kuiper) is expanding connectivity to support AI and IoT systems worldwide—offering persistent low‑latency links critical for remote and industrial applications.
EU’s IRIS² secure constellation
The EU is launching IRIS², a secure multi-orbit satellite network funded (€10.5 B) to serve governmental and commercial users, with deployments starting in 2025 and services in 2030.
India’s National Broadband Mission 2.0
Launched January 17, 2025, NBM 2.0 aims to bring high-speed optical fibre to 270,000 villages and key institutions, targeting 100 Mbps nationwide average speeds by 2030.
Vehicle-to-Everything (V2X) upgrades
V2X standards are advancing globally, with the U.S. awarding $60 M for pilot connected vehicle systems in 2024–25, enhancing automotive safety and IoT connectivity