Tom's Hardware·developer-tools·9/17/2026

UK research agency backs drone-based internet service experiment with lasers, microwaves, and gravity waves used for wireless power — Britain invests $94 million into Starlink alternative

The UK's research agency is looking at airborne drones as an alternative to Starlink and other satellite internet services.

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Source: Tom's Hardware
Published: 9/17/2026
Original URL: https://www.tomshardware.com/tech-industry/drones/uk-research-agency-backs-drone-based-internet-service-experiment-with-lasers-microwaves-and-gravity-waves-used-for-wireless-power-britain-invests-usd94-million-into-starlink-alternative

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