2019–present

Starlink

Musk’s role: SpaceX division

Satellite internet from low Earth orbit in about 160 countries — more than 12 million subscribers as of June 2026.

SpaceX began launching Starlink satellites in 2019. As of June 2026 the network had about 10,400 satellites in low Earth orbit — roughly 75% of all active manoeuvrable satellites — and more than 12 million subscribers in around 160 countries and territories. Airlines use it for in-flight internet, and its military sibling Starshield serves government customers. By the end of 2025 Starlink was SpaceX's largest business, with US$11.4 billion in revenue.

Milestones

• ▲About 10,400 satellites (June 2026)
• ▲12+ million subscribers
• ▲About 160 countries and territories
• ▲US$11.4 billion revenue in 2025