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International Business Times UK
International Business Times UK
World
Vinay Patel

China Boasts 'Better' 6G Technology Over Starlink; What This Means For The Race In Tech Dominance

China seeks 6G dominance, exceeding Starlink in laser comm., but faces innovation hurdles and geopolitical risks. (Credit: X / X TRUTH TELLER @X_Truth_Teller)

China's breakthrough in satellite-to-ground laser communications hints at a new era of possibilities. It will pave the way for 6G and unlock applications like ultra-high-resolution remote sensing and cutting-edge satellite positioning systems.

According to the South China Morning Post (SCMP), China has reportedly outpaced SpaceX's Starlink in high-resolution space-to-ground laser transmission, a significant milestone potentially paving the way for 6G technology.

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