Starlink is a division of SpaceX, and the companies are involved in operational partnerships with Planet Labs, including holding a Space Force contract ceiling and being benchmarked against $2T valuations.

The entities involved

• SpaceX →

  American private aerospace company

  • The UK defence ministry has adopted and begun using SpaceX's Starshield and Starlink services.Mon 17:54
  • Starship tests are currently being conducted, involving the vehicle's return to Earth.Mon 16:52
• Starlink →

  satellite constellation; space-based internet communication system

  • SpaceX is utilizing its launch capabilities for Starlink operations, highlighting the competitive commercial space sector.Mon 16:43
  • SpaceX deployed Starlink satellites on September 28, 2026.Mon 16:43
• Planet Labs →

  American company specializing in satellite imaging of Earth

  • Planet Labs and Google are testing A.I. infrastructure in outer space.Mon 03:53
  • Google plans a satellite mission with Planet Labs, utilizing a Hyderabad-based company and Falcon 9.Mon 03:53

Related events

• Starlink, a division of SpaceX, has been confirmed as a profitable business unit.Jun 11
• Starlink, a division of SpaceX, acquired the AI coding startup Cursor, while several firms hold large disclosed positions in SpaceX.Aug 17
• Starlink is identified as the core revenue driver for SpaceX, with an IPO listing targeted for the Nasdaq.Jun 7
• Starlink is a division of SpaceX.Jun 7
• Market observations detail AST SpaceMobile as a rival to Starlink, which is a division of SpaceX, amidst investor confusion regarding valuations.Jun 12