EU launches €10bn space programme to rival Musk’s Starlink UK not part of Iris2 project described as ‘a significant step towards Europe’s sovereignty and secure connectivity’

This is particularly important as the EU is planning a competitive alternative to Starlink (IRIS) and should be vigilant for possible (anti)competitive strategies that may be used by a dominant player to protect or leverage its power in adjacent markets. www.theguardian.com/business/202...

SpaceX uses dominance in rocket launches to boost Starlink, WSJ reports SpaceX has used its dominant position as the primary rocket launcher to push satellite rivals to share wireless airwaves with its Starlink broadband internet business, the Wall Street Journal reported on Wednesday.

The emerging space industry ecosystem currently led by Space X and the decline of Arianespace, despite the recent success of Ariane 6, should be thoroughly examined by the Commission and NCAs. www.reuters.com/technology/s...

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