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Endeavor Optical Networks is developing a satellite-based laser communication network to replace undersea fiber optic cables for data center connectivity, targeting hyperscalers with a constellation of ~20 satellites capable of 2.4 terabits-per-second throughput on underserved international routes. This emerging technology could reduce infrastructure fragility, deployment timelines, and costs for critical data transit, but CIOs should monitor progress carefully as satellite-based data infrastructure faces technical challenges around atmospheric distortion, reliability standards, and competitive threats from larger players like Blue Origin. The startup plans a demonstration satellite launch by end of 2027, representing a potential strategic inflection point for global data infrastructure.