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Kuiper satellite network gets a big lift from Amazon’s CEO, but timeline is a bit hazy

GeekWire

Such a service would compete with SpaceX’s Starlink satellite network, which already has more than 2.6 The plan calls for sending 3,232 satellites (down slightly from the originally planned 3,236) into low Earth orbit by 2029. million customers. Amazon is investing more than $10 billion to get Kuiper off the ground.

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How technology is enabling Melbourne Airport’s growth

CIO Business Intelligence

In addition, the Melbourne Airport Rail, connecting the airport to the suburban network, subject to approvals, is expected to be delivered by 2029. All the security screening technology is underpinned by our network, and we manage that day and night,” he says. Digital Transformation, IT Leadership, Networking

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Amazon says Project Kuiper satellites ace orbital tests — including video streaming and online sale

GeekWire

Amazon Photo) Amazon’s Project Kuiper satellite network streamed its first video and facilitated its first online sale during a monthlong series of orbital tests that the company says achieved a “100% success rate.” Engineers test the Project Kuiper satellite network in McAllen, Texas.

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Amazon vows to invest $10B in Kuiper satellites after getting FCC’s go-ahead

GeekWire

Under the terms of the FCC’s order, Amazon will have to launch half of its satellites by mid-2026, and the rest of them by mid-2029. Project Kuiper will deliver high-speed, low-latency broadband service to places beyond the reach of traditional fiber or wireless networks. — Megaconstellations ??????????????????????

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Elon Musk thinks we’re close to solving AI. That doesn’t make it true.

Vox

His latest, first reported by CNBC and picked up widely thereafter, took place a few weeks ago at the World Government Summit in Dubai. Last May, Musk said he’d be “surprised if we don’t have AGI by” 2029. Extremist organizations, like the alt-right social network Gab, have already begun announcing intentions to build their own AI.

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From zero to BI hero: Launching your business intelligence career

Dataconomy

Chief data officer:  A chief data officer is responsible for the management and governance of an organization’s data assets. In this section, we will provide some tips for gaining relevant skills and experience, networking and job searching strategies, and resources for further learning and development. According to the U.S.

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From zero to BI hero: Launching your business intelligence career

Dataconomy

Chief data officer:  A chief data officer is responsible for the management and governance of an organization’s data assets. In this section, we will provide some tips for gaining relevant skills and experience, networking and job searching strategies, and resources for further learning and development. According to the U.S.