What are your thoughts?
First I thought it's an animation concept design then I realized it is happening in reality. 
Topic: Natural disasters won't stop Internet access to Bitcoin investments - page 2. (Read 743 times)
October 06, 2024, 04:08:46 PM
October 06, 2024, 03:51:42 PM
Such ships always make me think of the Hindenburg, but I'm sure they thought about it when it was being designed. On the other hand, the guys who made OceanGate also seemed to have everything thought out. Let's just hope the high speed Internet won't fall on someone's house one day 
OceanGate was a crappy design from the start and a lot of people told them not to do it!
Hindenburg went in flames because of hydrogen, it's like worrying something like Fukushima would happen in France where the last major earthquake that killed someone was in 67' and the next Tsunami may be in another geological era!
Blimps hover all day even right now with only one death this century, they are actually safer than airplanes!
Besides it's nothing new, Google has a service like that but it didn't take off because of already cheap 4g access:
https://stratocat.com.ar/fichas-e/2013/DOS-20130220.htm
October 06, 2024, 02:47:38 PM
It's interesting to see the competition between satellite Internet and designs such as this.
Such ships always make me think of the Hindenburg, but I'm sure they thought about it when it was being designed. On the other hand, the guys who made OceanGate also seemed to have everything thought out. Let's just hope the high speed Internet won't fall on someone's house one day
Such ships always make me think of the Hindenburg, but I'm sure they thought about it when it was being designed. On the other hand, the guys who made OceanGate also seemed to have everything thought out. Let's just hope the high speed Internet won't fall on someone's house one day
October 06, 2024, 01:27:53 PM
However, I don't ever think that a day would come where the internet would go off. Never. I think at this point we are very much advanced for it. And there are many other alternatives to it. The only time where there would not be any access to our bitcoin investment is if a more advanced alien species invades earth and make us their slaves or they destroy the whole earth. For now , natural disasters are the least of our worries.
I also used to think that the Internet would never go off until the recent massive technology outage experienced by the cybersecurity firm CrowdStrike. The technology outage caused by a faulty software update disrupted businesses and institutions in some countries. The operations of many airports, airlines, rail companies, government services, banks, stock exchanges, supermarkets, telecoms, health systems and media outlets were disrupted by this outage. This led to Thousands of cancelled flights and tens of thousands were delayed, leading to long lines at airports in the major cities of the world. We cannot predict the future this is why we should embrace any other source of internet service. 
A faulty software update causes havoc worldwide for airlines, hospitals and governments
October 06, 2024, 06:39:00 AM
This is beautiful. I like the color. I watched a video of it on YouTube and it is magnificent. I like to think that there are many more like in development phase and even better than this will come up in the future. However, I don't ever think that a day would come where the internet would go off. Never. I think at this point we are very much advanced for it. And there are many other alternatives to it. The only time where there would not be any access to our bitcoin investment is if a more advanced alien species invades earth and make us their slaves or they destroy the whole earth. For now , natural disasters are the least of our worries.
October 06, 2024, 01:34:48 AM
Having ultra-fast speed is good for streaming 4K or 8K videos but it's not necessary for crypto user even 2G speed is good enough for transacting our bitcoin so this fast internet is not going to bring any positive changes in the bitcoin adoption.
I am not in a place where natural disaster happens often and I never had any problem accessing internet 24/7 for 365 days and even if there's a disaster that wiped all the basic essential infrastructure in an area then I am sure the money won't be the first priority at that time, saving ourselves comes to our mind than anything but digital assets can be destroyed by this even so all you need to do is get a hold of your recovery seeds no matter what.
I am not in a place where natural disaster happens often and I never had any problem accessing internet 24/7 for 365 days and even if there's a disaster that wiped all the basic essential infrastructure in an area then I am sure the money won't be the first priority at that time, saving ourselves comes to our mind than anything but digital assets can be destroyed by this even so all you need to do is get a hold of your recovery seeds no matter what.
October 06, 2024, 12:33:42 AM
It’s definitely a new innovation, but isn’t Starlink enough since it already covers global internet, while this one focuses on local coverage? As for stability, I find Starlink very reliable --wherever I go, I’m satisfied. I just bring my power station, and I’m always connected.
Starlink is quite good but it's not available globally and that's a disadvantage, and another disadvantage of Starlink is the cost of the plans that they offer. As of this year, starlink already passes 4 million subscribers globally.
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I'm not sure if this new innovation is going to be as costly as Starlink and it's plan but surely it might be a good solution at global scale.
starlink is not costly if you can invest in bitcoin.
October 05, 2024, 05:18:00 PM
This is a new innovation, we’re in a digital era so I’m expecting more besides I don’t know much about this technology, even in times of natural disaster we can’t tell our state at the moment and it’s obvious thinking about an investment might be the least thing personally. Let’s imagine in times of disaster can this system function proper without any obstruction due to climate change, comparing this technology in a situations related with harm is not right. I read about the technology and it’s beneficial mostly for those who find it hard using a good internet connection not just in times of trouble.
October 05, 2024, 03:25:16 PM
It’s definitely a new innovation, but isn’t Starlink enough since it already covers global internet, while this one focuses on local coverage? As for stability, I find Starlink very reliable --wherever I go, I’m satisfied. I just bring my power station, and I’m always connected.
Starlink is quite good but it's not available globally and that's a disadvantage, and another disadvantage of Starlink is the cost of the plans that they offer. I'm not sure if this new innovation is going to be as costly as Starlink and it's plan but surely it might be a good solution at global scale. 
October 05, 2024, 03:19:18 PM
This will definitely challenge Starlink. They’re dominating in the satellite internet market, and with their massive resources, I’m sure they’ll find a way to compete. However, since this new technology isn’t live yet, it’s hard to say if it will truly be a threat to Starlink. But given its claim of offering better internet connections, even during natural disasters, this innovation could spark stronger competition in the market. Currently, Starlink charges $50 for a residential plan in our country, so it’ll be interesting to see how expensive or affordable this new technology will be in terms of subscription fees.
The response to the poor internet connection, with star was a break through and they are leading in the market but the problem is for how long will they be able to keep up with this whole thing, and Elon did is one of his kind and I don't think anyone have this same initiative that Elon is able to do. And I love when others are in competition at least it might even affect the price when star link, and their are people that will want to go for the best so the price does not matter to them.
And the price have skyrocketed and in my country the percentage of those using it will definitely drop because of how high the price as gone. If the new technology is cheaper then the demand will go high and people will start abandoning Elon because the new technology will be cheaper and efficient than star link so this is the difference, what matters is the price.
And with how dollar have now gone high is what will discourage people the most in my country but this is like a individual decision.
October 05, 2024, 03:10:53 PM
In as much as natural disaster is concerned , it can affect bitcoins on a big scale even when the internet is supplied from the atmosphere. If nothing could harm what is lunched outside the earth, what happens to people who lost their life due to natural disasters will they have access to their bitcoins anymore?. In areas where flood or fire outbreak happens, and life's and property are lost including your hardware wallet.
Even if the gadget is not on the ground , how about the control station on the ground, what if natural disaster destroy it causing various problem
Even if the gadget is not on the ground , how about the control station on the ground, what if natural disaster destroy it causing various problem
October 05, 2024, 02:37:19 PM
I don't lnow where you live but instead of focusing on natural disaster or global pandemic it would be less self-centered to think about people living in area where there is no or very poor internet connction. Those places are most often found in poor countries where people need Bitcoin because they are unbanked. But they also exist in rich countries, especially wide ones, like Australia or Canada.
October 05, 2024, 02:37:06 PM
It’s definitely a new innovation, but isn’t Starlink enough since it already covers global internet, while this one focuses on local coverage? As for stability, I find Starlink very reliable --wherever I go, I’m satisfied. I just bring my power station, and I’m always connected.
Starlink is superb but I guess having another option limits our points of failure. It’s unlikely that we will have a disaster that will wipe out internet access. Something that did that across the whole world would mean big problems. Transacting in Bitcoin would be the least of our problems, all that matters then would be food & water. We will be OK though, I don’t envisage any disasters coming.
Yes, this is also what I'm thinking, I think we all do know about Starlink and the man behind this innovation, and he seems to be the a real visionary that only we can find in superheroes movies, multi-billionaire philanthropist.
But know with a new player or new innovation on the horizon, maybe we can say that the future of Bitcoin is safe with this new invention. I don't know about natural disasters though, let's just hope that none will happen in the future. As it's really hard to fight mother nature, just saying.
October 05, 2024, 01:33:39 PM
I also agree that Starlink is best support to get internet access specially different islands in the world. They are good because their technology is proven about client satisfaction. I have use their service in Maldives which was best for me to access online TV as internet speed was really fast into a deep sea island. This is how I am confident that bitcoin transaction will not stop even natural disaster like earth quake or cyclone. Sceye is now testing by launching test and it is possible they may bring something better than Starlink. Sceye technology would be more robust service during different natural disaster. what do you think?
October 05, 2024, 01:15:59 PM
It’s definitely a new innovation, but isn’t Starlink enough since it already covers global internet, while this one focuses on local coverage? As for stability, I find Starlink very reliable --wherever I go, I’m satisfied. I just bring my power station, and I’m always connected.
Starlings is very much okay and has been given the best internet service and speed compared to other network providers, but I also don't see anything bad in having an alternative since we all know what happens when a business has less competition.Even if Sceye is only focused on providing service locally, there is still a high chance of reducing demand for Starlings if their service is as good as they say, which will in turn keep the price a little bit low.
October 05, 2024, 12:56:03 PM
The valid argument you raised! The future of Bitcoin and other virtual assets is directly linked to technological advancements, particularly the availability of the internet and alternate power sources. It has been noted that the concept of a plane that provides broadband internet using solar power is quite appealing, especially during outbreaks or calamities.
With good internet and power, traders and investors will be able to be active in the market, ensuring that they do not miss out on opportunities even in hard situations. Such advancement in this area will undoubtedly enhance the usage and strength of currencies like bitcoins all over the world!
With good internet and power, traders and investors will be able to be active in the market, ensuring that they do not miss out on opportunities even in hard situations. Such advancement in this area will undoubtedly enhance the usage and strength of currencies like bitcoins all over the world!
I don't think that there will be ever a situation where there will be prolonged power outage or Internet outage provided we are caught in a World War etc, other than this, there are many alternative sources to get the power and internet, in case of temporary outage. Under normal circumstances, there is nothing to be worried about and the discussion may be irrelevant. In the other case of any extreme situations like War or Nuclear explosion, it may be difficult to survive a living, who would care about the internet/power at that time
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October 05, 2024, 12:50:36 PM
Internet is not even going to be a barrier for Bitcoin users because it is global and almost every organization in this world needs internet connection before they can run efficiently. As other technology are improving, the internet providing sectors will definitely improve too and those that thinks that internet can stop Bitcoin are wrong.
October 05, 2024, 12:21:22 PM
Can it remain geostationary over night? If so does it rely on batteries?
What about high wind speeds, will they drain the batteries if there is limited solar exposure?
How strong is the cover, can it resist the debris falling from the skies these days?
What about maintenance?
Can it be shot down when the inevitable conflict kicks off?
Will it disrupt air traffic?
Will it contribute to global warming? No doubt the wokeratii, who want to restrict the internet, will claim that it does.
What about high wind speeds, will they drain the batteries if there is limited solar exposure?
How strong is the cover, can it resist the debris falling from the skies these days?
What about maintenance?
Can it be shot down when the inevitable conflict kicks off?
Will it disrupt air traffic?
Will it contribute to global warming? No doubt the wokeratii, who want to restrict the internet, will claim that it does.
I also have some reservations. The cost of buying the Sceye HAPS airship might make it unaffordable to many. Except a community might put funds together to finance the acquisition. Which means it might not be okay for people who live in mobile homes.
This source of power might be complex to operate. You might spend time learning how to effectively use the internet airship.
I am also concerned about the maintenance. For people living in Africa, it might be expensive to bring in experts or get spare parts to fix it when it becomes faulty.
It could also attract unnecessary attention. As a new invention, your house might become a tourist site where everyone will want to view this strange object. For introverts, it wouldn't be a good experience.
October 05, 2024, 10:53:39 AM
Of course natural disasters won't stop internet connection because natural disasters only happened in certain countries. It's hard to shutdown internet because it was designed to be decentralized, if one node shut down, the other nodes can back up.
The only way to shut down entire internet is by destroying all the satellites.
The only way to shut down entire internet is by destroying all the satellites.
October 05, 2024, 10:43:38 AM
The project is indeed a good innovation but just like what the above posted, it can easily get destroyed by hurricanes and other natural disasters that has something to do with winds and electricity. I do not think that there is anything that can prevent natural disasters from wrecking damages to infrastructure if the forced released by the nature is devastating enough to ruin or destroy human made objects.
I see that this is a good addition to enable humankind to enjoy the uninterrupted internet services but still I think it is to be seen if it can really withstand the forces of nature.
I see that this is a good addition to enable humankind to enjoy the uninterrupted internet services but still I think it is to be seen if it can really withstand the forces of nature.
That's a well saying. The most relevance of this Sceye HAPS airship internet technology is basically on the benefits that it covers a wide range of providing internet access which literally it's advantage for internet users is that it serves as boosters of optimizing Internet capacities.
But it can't be undermined to we're free from internet disruption by the technology because the technology is built by human and still requires natural resources as the sun for energy sustainability which means of the temperature is not enough to conserve energies, then the system would began to loose its velocity of power sustainments.
Moreover, it can be hunted my some anti's since it's an stratosphere technology mounted in the air.
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