alphabet's taara project, led by mahesh krishnaswamy, aims to revolutionize internet connectivity with high-speed internet delivered via laser technology, offering promising alternatives to existing methods.

Parent company of the X project, involved in developing taara technology.

The project aimed at using light for high-speed internet delivery.

Leader of taara, former engineer of the Loon project.

Competitor providing internet via satellite, mentioned in contrast to taara.

Founder of starlink's parent company SpaceX, referenced due to starlink.