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Starlink disables over 2,500 terminals in Myanmar after military action

Starlink has disabled over 2,500 terminals in Myanmar amid military action against a major online scam. Discover the implications of this crackdown and its impact on satellite internet use.

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Starlink disables over 2,500 terminals in Myanmar after military action
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Starlink has disabled over 2,500 terminals in Myanmar following military action against a suspected online scam operation near the border with Thailand. The operation led to the detention of more than 2,000 individuals and the seizure of dozens of Starlink terminals.

This action by Starlink comes amid ongoing concerns regarding the use of satellite internet services in illegal activities. The military"s crackdown highlights the challenges faced by authorities in regulating online operations in the region.

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