Italy is considering a transformative deal with Elon Musk's Starlink for secure satellite communications. The agreement would ensure full control of data by Italian institutions while utilizing advanced U.

Italy would have full control of its data under any potential deal struck with Elon Musk's Starlink for secure satellite communications, an Italian representative for the billionaire's aerospace businesses said.

Handing control of Italy’s military satellite communications to the U.S. tech tycoon has prompted sharp criticism in Italy from opposition politicians.