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Trump-linked drone startup to transfer Ukrainian tech to US via merger
Capital.grLO·US · UA·1 day ago
Ukrainian forces in eastern Ukraine depend on SpaceX's Starlink for drone operations, highlighting the critical role of commercial space tech in modern warfare. Kyiv is actively courting Elon Musk to secure continued access, reflecting a strategic reliance on private infrastructure. The development underscores the vulnerability of military operations to corporate decisions and the growing intersection of tech and defense.