Australia-owned internet company signs deal with Amazon’s Kuiper for satellite internet

Australia’s NBN Co has selected Amazon’s Project Kuiper over Starlink to deliver high-speed internet to 300,000 remote locations, replacing government-owned satellites by 2032. Despite Kuiper’s yet-to-launch status, NBN expresses confidence, citing Amazon’s $15 billion investment. NBN’s decision followed a rigorous process, though specific reasons weren’t disclosed. Kuiper has launched 78 satellites and plans many more launches to complete its constellation.