Revolutionizing Global Connectivity: Tarun Gupta on Skylo’s Satellite Innovation, IoT Impact, and Strategic Collaborations

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Ever wondered how IoT devices can stay connected globally without breaking the bank? Get ready to uncover the secrets in our discussion with Tarun Gupta, co-founder and Chief Product Officer at Skylo. Discover how Skylo is turning the connectivity world on its head by using existing satellite infrastructure instead of launching new satellites. Tarun shares his vision of treating satellites as enormous reflectors to extend cellular networks, providing seamless global connectivity for IoT devices, consumer smartphones, and the automotive industry. With strategic collaborations with satellite giants like Viasat, EchoStar, and TerraStar, Skylo is poised to transform how we think about staying connected.
The impact of Skylo’s technology reaches far beyond urban centers—changing lives in rural areas through innovative applications in farming, fishing, and emergency communication. Imagine fishermen in the Indian Ocean sending SOS signals or farmers in India renting tractors by the acre; these are just some of the incredible stories we explore. Tarun also delves into narrowband satellite connectivity, covering vital services like voice, SMS, and even streaming. Gain insight into Skylo’s unique market strategy, their organizational footprint spanning Mountain View, Espoo, and Bangalore, and exciting future announcements. This episode is your gateway to understanding the massive potential and groundbreaking innovations in IoT connectivity that echo the early days of the Internet and the app store.

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Chapters

1. Revolutionizing Global Connectivity: Tarun Gupta on Skylo’s Satellite Innovation, IoT Impact, and Strategic Collaborations (00:00:00)

2. Revolutionizing IoT Connectivity via Satellite (00:00:02)

3. Expanding IoT Connectivity Impact (00:08:18)

4. Enhancing Satellite-Based IoT Connectivity (00:16:01)