Kyivstar partners with Starlink to introduce direct-to-cell satellite connectivity in Ukraine, starting with SMS in 2025.

Kyivstar, Ukraine's leading mobile operator, has signed an agreement with SpaceX's Starlink to introduce direct-to-cell satellite connectivity in the country. This service, set to launch in Q4 2025 with SMS and OTT messaging, will make Ukraine one of the first countries to have this technology, enhancing connectivity resilience by beaming signals from space directly to phones. Future plans include expanding to voice and data services.

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