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Lasers in Space to Replace Fiber | Tech News
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A bold new startup, Endeavor Optical Networks, is revolutionizing global data transfer by launching laser-equipped satellites to replace fragile undersea cables. With $10.75M in seed funding, EON aims to deliver fiber-like speeds of 200 terabits per second from orbit—far exceeding current satellite limits. Their secret? Advanced tech to combat atmospheric distortion, especially clouds. Already courting hyperscalers and AI labs, they’re targeting high-demand routes like France to Australia and underserved regions like Africa to South America. Plans include ground tests, an optics lab, and a demo satellite launch by end of 2027, targeting 800Gbps downlinks. While rivals like Blue Origin eye larger networks, EON’s lean approach could get them to space faster—just as the world’s data demands explode.
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