Groundbreaking: First Bluetooth Connection to Satellite Achieved

US startup Hubble Network has made history by achieving the first-ever Bluetooth connection directly to space. The groundbreaking feat was accomplished when Hubble's initial two satellites were launched from Vandenberg Space Force Base in March. These satellites have successfully received signals from a Bluetooth chip in low earth orbit at a distance of 600 km.

This remarkable demonstration comes on the heels of the company's $20 million Series A funding round last year. The funding was secured to establish a network tailored for the Internet of Things (IoT) that eliminates the need for custom chips, setting a new standard in connectivity.

Traditional networks have long grappled with challenges such as limited coverage, intricate integrations, high battery consumption, and exorbitant costs, which have constrained their practicality and reach. By enabling any off-the-shelf Bluetooth-enabled device to connect directly to Hubble's satellite network without relying on cellular reception, this innovative technology offers global coverage, reduces battery drain by 20 times, and slashes operating costs by 50 times.

This groundbreaking achievement marks a significant milestone in the realm of technology. The ability to establish a Bluetooth connection with space opens up a world of possibilities for various industries. It is anticipated that this order-of-magnitude enhancement in capability will facilitate the connection of over a billion devices worldwide, fostering innovation and efficiency across sectors.

"Our mission to develop the world's first truly global, cost-effective, and energy-efficient network has taken a giant leap forward with this technological breakthrough," stated Alex Haro, the co-founder and CEO of Hubble Network. "By demonstrating our capability to transmit signals directly from Bluetooth chips and receive them in space from a distance of over 600 km, we have silenced the skeptics who deemed our vision impossible."

"Our innovative approach allows for the retrofitting of existing Bluetooth-enabled devices to transmit data to the Hubble Network without necessitating any hardware modifications, heralding a new era of connectivity," remarked Ben Wild, the co-founder and CTO. "With nearly five billion Bluetooth devices sold annually, our network has the potential to revolutionize numerous industries by offering accessible, low-power, and cost-effective global connectivity."