A rocket launch Monday night may finally jump-start Amazon’s answer to Starlink

Amazon hits a major milestone with the successful launch of its first 27 operational satellites for the Kuiper broadband network, marking a crucial step in its quest to provide global high-speed internet connectivity. The Atlas V rocket, configured with five strap-on solid boosters and an extended nose cone, successfully launched these satellites from Cape Canaveral, setting the stage for extensive testing of their functionality. Amazon aims to begin offering services later this year, but this initial phase is expected to cover limited areas, with a full network requiring additional launches over several years.