US approves SpaceX's plan to provide internet via satellites
The US Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has authorised Elon Musk-led space exploration startup SpaceX to deploy its proposed system to provide internet services using satellites. This will allow SpaceX to provide reliable and high-speed broadband service to consumers around the world, the FCC said. SpaceX filed an application seeking permission to launch 4,425 satellites in 2016.