Global Scans · Connectivity · Weekly Summary

• [New] Integration of AI, IoT, and data analytics in traffic control, alongside growing public-private partnerships, is expected to enhance transportation efficiency and safety globally. SecurityWorldMarket.com
• [New] The Falcon 9's upper stage will continue hauling the 29 Starlink satellites to LEO, where they will be deployed about an hour after liftoff. Space
• [New] From record-breaking launch cadences to innovative onboard processing, the evolution of Starlink underscores the immense potential of AI-driven satellite internet. Applying AI
• [New] Instead of a static routing table, Starlink uses neural networks to predict congestion, rerouting traffic across inter-satellite links for minimal delay, essential for applications like real-time gaming and autonomous vehicle coordination. Applying AI
• [New] SpaceX will launch its famous two-stage 230-foot Falcon 9 rocket, one of the world's most active, to deliver 28 Starlink satellites into low-Earth orbit, a lower altitude where they are able to circle Earth quickly. Yahoo News
• [New] Cellular IoT connections over 5G are projected to reach 7 billion by 2025, underscoring its pivotal role. Continuum Digital Canada
• [New] IoT development kits - a critical toolset for prototyping and deploying IoT devices-were valued at $10 billion in 2025 and are anticipated to grow to $50 billion by 2035, registering a CAGR of 17.3% over the decade. Continuum Digital Canada
• [New] In an innovative development, SpaceX will provide optical terminals to Muon Space, enabling their Halo satellites to leverage the Starlink broadband constellation as a data relay network. KeepTrack
• [New] The expanded deployment will see Iridium PNT receivers installed at 90 additional T-Mobile 5G network locations across diverse U.S. regions. Space War
• [New] The Cloud and IoT: The Future of Smart Mobility The 2025 Mobility Report by PwC indicated that by 2026, 70% of all fleet operators in the world would have switched to cloud-based dispatch models. The National Law Review
• [New] Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines: Both airlines charge $8 for Wi-Fi access but plan to offer free Starlink Wi-Fi to members of their combined Atmos Rewards program starting in 2026. Travel And Tour World
• [New] Starlink price is estimated to reach $0.00000526 by 2033, at minimum. DigitalCoinPrice
• [New] Global 5G connections are forecast to surpass 1 billion in 2025, driving a rapid increase in streaming, cloud gaming, and AR/VR adoption on mobile. demandsage
• [New] Starlink Wi-Fi is free for United MileagePlus members, and customers will receive a notification before their flight if it's equipped with Starlink, allowing them to live stream sports events, watch films or TV shows, and access their own personal streaming services. Travel Tomorrow
• [New] The Department for Transport recently secured funding to introduce low Earth orbit satellite connectivity on all mainline trains, which will significantly improve both the availability and internet data connection speeds for Wi-Fi connected passengers. The Register
• [New] By 2025, there will be 1.2 billion 5G connections worldwide. Vodafone.com
• [New] Mobile technologies and services now generate 5.8% of global GDP, equal to $6.5 trillion, and are expected to reach $11 trillion (8.4% of GDP) by 2030, powered by 5G, IoT and AI adoption. Techtrends Zambia

Last updated: 01 November 2025