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Giant E-Space, a direct competitor of Starlink, has received authorization from Anatel to operate in Brazil. With twice as many satellites as Elon Musk, the French company promises to revolutionize internet access in remote areas, reaching millions of Brazilians with a more affordable and high-quality service.
Are you ready for a silent revolution that could transform the internet in Brazil? While many still associate the future of satellite connection with the empire of Elon Musk, a new giant emerges ready to take center stage.
What seemed impossible has happened: a French company has obtained approval to operate in Brazilian territory, promising not only to compete, but to surpass the giant Starlink in impressive numbers.
With cutting-edge technology and astronomical ambitions, Brazil will become the next battleground for satellite internet. But what is really behind this technological race?
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E-Space's entry into the Brazilian market
A National Telecommunications Agency (Anatel) gave the green light to the French company E-Space, the main competitor of Elon Musk's Starlink, to operate in Brazil.
According to Anatel's decision, the company will have the mission of offering internet to millions of Brazilians using a surprising number of satellites.
While Starlink uses just over four thousand satellites in its operations in the country, E-Space has authorization to launch 8.640 satellites in orbit.
With this strategy, the company not only competes, but also intends to dominate the connectivity space in Brazil.
The impact of this approval for millions of Brazilians
This authorization, recently published by Anatel, is valid for five years and opens up a new range of options for consumers in remote areas or with poor internet infrastructure.
But what does that mean in practice? Basically, more people will be able to have access to high-speed internet, regardless of geographic location.
It is a bold step that, according to experts, could transform Brazil into a satellite connectivity powerhouse.
The challenges and deadlines for the operation of E-Space
The authorization, however, comes with a tight deadline. E-Space must have its operating system up and running within two years, otherwise the authorization could be revoked.
The system that will be used by the company in Brazilian territory, called Semaphore, is the key to this massive expansion.
Without it, the operation would be unfeasible. So the clock is already ticking and the pressure to meet the requirements is real.
Behind the scenes of authorization
E-Space's race to conquer Brazil began in May last year, when it began the process of seeking authorization.
The process included a public consultation due to the frequencies that will be used, but in the end, authorization was granted.
The operation will be managed in Brazil by E-Space Brazil Holdings Ltda, a subsidiary that is responsible for dealing with all local bureaucracy.
The French company has already paid the first licensing installment worth R$20, part of a total of R $ 102 thousand invested to guarantee the right to explore satellites in Brazil.
This payment was what officially approved the company to finally begin its activities in the country.
Is Starlink at risk?
With the presence of E-Space, a new front of competition opens up. But is Starlink really under threat?
According to industry experts, competition is always welcome, as it encourages continuous improvement in services and more competitive prices.
Furthermore, companies have different focuses: while Musk's Starlink is best known for its services in very remote and difficult to access regions, E-Space seems to be more interested in expanding its base to reach a larger audience in emerging countries, such as Brazil.
What's next for the satellite internet market in Brazil?
However, the real challenge will ensure that the service offered has the promised quality. Many users complain about Starlink's service, mentioning high costs and instability in some regions.
Now, E-Space needs to prove that, with twice as many satellites, it can deliver an efficient and affordable service, something that, to date, many satellite internet operators have not yet achieved.
