Musk Ultimatum to Taiwan Imperils War-Proof Internet

The transcript discusses Taiwan's concerns about relying on SpaceX's Starlink for communication, given Elon Musk's ties to China. Taiwan faces significant communication challenges, especially after Chinese vessels severed undersea cables. As an island, Taiwan cannot easily connect to neighboring countries and is exploring satellite options like One Web and Amazon's Project Kuiper. However, these alternatives are not as immediate as Starlink, leading to tension and urgency in finding a solution.

How did the severing of undersea cables impact Taiwan's internet connectivity?

What is the significance of Taiwan wanting to own its first self-made low Earth orbit satellite?