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The article ends with an implication that Musk's behavior is partly about impacting the actual conflict: > As a result, Musk’s control of the signal gives him
by abeppu 4y ago
The article ends with an implication that Musk's behavior is partly about impacting the actual conflict:
> As a result, Musk’s control of the signal gives him significant sway over the battlefield at a time when he has come under heavy criticism for arguing that Ukraine should sue for peace and give up some of its territory.
I wonder if really the play is less ambitious: press covering disruptions in the service, and quotes from military personnel about how critical or valuable the service is are bolstering the starlink brand more than providing uninterrupted service would.