A remarkable spectacle appeared in the sky of Xanthi as Elon Musk’s Starlink satellites made their presence known on Thursday night. These satellites, belonging to the renowned entrepreneur and former owner of Twitter, Elon Musk, can be observed as small bright dots, one after another.

It is worth mentioning that the Starlink satellites have frequently been visible in the sky over the past four years since Elon Musk’s venture began. Starlink is an ambitious project led by Musk’s SpaceX. In May 2019, the first 60 satellites were launched into orbit as part of a program aimed at establishing a global satellite internet network.

The ultimate objective of the Starlink project is to deploy more than 12,000 satellites into orbit. This network is expected to revolutionize internet connectivity by providing WiFi access to even the most remote and desolate regions of the planet.

The Starlink satellite constellation has garnered significant attention due to its potential to bridge the digital divide and bring internet connectivity to underserved areas. While there have been concerns regarding the increasing number of satellites in orbit and their potential impact on astronomical observations, SpaceX has taken steps to mitigate the visibility of the satellites by experimenting with sunshades to reduce their brightness.

As technology continues to advance, projects like Starlink contribute to expanding digital access, enabling greater connectivity and opportunities for people around the world. The sighting of the Starlink satellites in the skies of Xanthi serves as a reminder of the progress being made in revolutionizing global internet access.