Tired of spotty internet, Bolivians are smuggling in Starlink.
Tired of spotty internet, Bolivians are smuggling in Starlink.
restofworld.org Tired of spotty internet, Bolivians are smuggling in Starlink
Bolivia, which relies on a Chinese-built satellite for some of its connectivity, banned Starlink — but that hasn’t stopped people from smuggling the device into the country.
Bolivia, which relies on a Chinese-built satellite for some of its connectivity, banned Starlink — but that hasn’t stopped people from smuggling the device into the country.
- Bolivia’s internet comes from a Chinese-built satellite, and connectivity is patchy.
- Demand for contraband Starlink kits has grown since the company was denied a license last year.
- The telecoms authority said it is considering easing regulations for low-orbit satellites.