According to Sawyer Merritt, SpaceX's Starlink is set to receive $661 million in government funds as all 50 U.S. states advance their plans to expand high-speed internet access in underserved regions. Starlink's AI-driven satellite connectivity will play a critical role in bridging the digital divide, supporting the deployment of advanced digital infrastructure and enabling emerging AI applications in rural America. This substantial funding highlights the growing market opportunity for AI-powered broadband solutions and demonstrates government recognition of satellite internet as a catalyst for economic growth and digital transformation in remote areas (Source: Sawyer Merritt on Twitter).