SpaceX continues to expand its Starlink satellite internet service, having launched over 1,500 Starlink satellites into low Earth orbit in 2025 alone. The current constellation includes 7,855 operational Starlink satellites, representing about 65% of all 12,149 active satellites orbiting Earth, giving SpaceX substantial dominance in space infrastructure. Each launch of the Starlink V2 Mini satellites adds approximately 2.7 terabits per second (Tbps) of capacity to the network, enhancing global coverage, internet speeds, and user experience. The service now supports high-bandwidth activities such as online gaming, videoconferencing, and 4K video streaming, including on planes. While Starlink remains relatively expensive, it is recognized as one of the best internet options in rural areas, with improvements in speed and reliability noted over several years of use. SpaceX's advancements in reusable rockets and global internet connectivity align with its broader ambitions, including Mars exploration. Meanwhile, China is advancing its own space capabilities, focusing on new forms of reuse in space and practicing orbital warfare to strengthen its position in the space race.