Nine months ago, the remote Marubo tribe in the Amazon was connected to the internet through Elon Musk’s Starlink service. Initially, this connection brought excitement and celebration, but it has since led to significant challenges for the community.
Tribal elders have reported that the once positive introduction of Starlink has resulted in unexpected problems. Alfredo Marubo, a tribesman, told The New York Times that some men are now sharing explicit videos in group chats, raising concerns that they might mimic the graphic content they are viewing.
Additional issues have emerged, including children playing violent shooter games, chatting with strangers online, and becoming addicted to their phones for extended periods. Another tribesman, Tsainama Marubo, expressed concerns about members of the tribe adopting "the ways of the white people," leading to increased laziness.
Despite these challenges, the internet connection has also brought substantial benefits to the tribe. It has enabled them to seek help during emergencies, access educational resources, stay connected with family, and broaden their understanding of the world beyond their immediate environment.
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