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Near Miss in Space Could Affect Communications

Near Miss in Space Could Affect Communications

Update: 2025-12-16
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Near Miss in Space, Starlink Plan Removal, LG TV Controversy & Hacking for Good | Hashtag Trending

In today's episode of Hashtag Trending, host Jim Love discusses a recent close call between a Chinese satellite and a Starlink satellite, Starlink's quiet removal of its $40/month plan, LG TV's controversial update adding Microsoft Copilot as an unremovable app, and Fulu's nonprofit initiative that pays hackers to unlock devices restricted by manufacturers. Sponsored by Meter, this episode also contains news on the potential impacts of these events on technology and user rights.

00:00 Introduction and Sponsor Message
00:58 Close Call in Space: Chinese Satellite vs. Starlink
03:05 Starlink's Mysterious $40 Plan Disappears
05:17 LG TVs Get Unwanted Microsoft Copilot
07:14 Fulu: The Right to Repair Movement's New Ally
10:00 Conclusion and Upcoming Schedule

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Near Miss in Space Could Affect Communications

Near Miss in Space Could Affect Communications

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