Live-streaming from Antarctica restricted

[Szymon]

This news is just in. Not sure where to place this. Mods, OK to move it.

It looks like you can't live-stream from Antarctica. I wonder why.


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Cheers,
Szymon

[ExomatrixTV]

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Is it fair for me to say, just because 1 person is not allowed to livestream >>> does not represent all who live stream from Antarctica?


geocam.ru/en/in/antarctica (https://www.geocam.ru/en/in/antarctica)
usap.gov/videoclipsandmaps/spwebcam.cfm (https://www.usap.gov/videoclipsandmaps/spwebcam.cfm)
facebook.com/events/1555872181913440 (https://www.facebook.com/events/1555872181913440)
usap.gov/videoclipsandmaps/mcmwebcam.cfm (https://www.usap.gov/videoclipsandmaps/mcmwebcam.cfm)
antarctica.gov.au/antarctic-operations/webcams (https://www.antarctica.gov.au/antarctic-operations/webcams)
bas.ac.uk/data/our-data/images/webcams (https://www.bas.ac.uk/data/our-data/images/webcams)
gml.noaa.gov/obop/spo/livecamera.html (https://gml.noaa.gov/obop/spo/livecamera.html)
antarcticanz.govt.nz/scott-base/webcams-weather (https://www.antarcticanz.govt.nz/scott-base/webcams-weather)
iaato.org/visiting-antarctica (https://iaato.org/visiting-antarctica) & iaato.org/faqs (https://iaato.org/faqs)

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The incident with the Kick streamer (wvagabond (https://x.com/DissidentMedia/status/2020084206769144086), aka Captain Crack Sparrow) stem from specific regulations under the Antarctic Treaty System, which restrict unauthorized personal satellite devices like Starlink on land to avoid interfering with scientific research, navigation, communications, and emergency systems. This doesn't apply universally—official research stations and approved operations routinely provide live or near-real-time video feeds from Antarctica.

cheers,
John 🦜🦋🌳


study also this (https://www.reddit.com/r/antarctica/comments/1dzd14o/bringing_internet/)

Section 7.1: "Personal systems are not permitted at Antarctic stations and USAP vessels where NSF provides personal broadband communications access to the internet. This supports management of the RF spectrum environment."

RF Spectrum Management Requirements: All such devices require pre-approval, compatibility coordination, and a favorable assessment by the USAP Spectrum Manager to ensure no harmful interference. Unauthorized use is subject to sanctions under the USAP Code of Conduct.

https://nsf-gov-resources.nsf.gov/files/AIL-POL-5000.01-V2-Form-508.pdf


PDF source (https://nsf-gov-resources.nsf.gov/files/AIL-POL-5000.01-V2-Form-508.pdf)

[Szymon]

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Is it fair for me to say, just because 1 person is not allowed to livestream >>> does not represent all who live stream from Antarctica?


geocam.ru/en/in/antarctica (https://www.geocam.ru/en/in/antarctica)
usap.gov/videoclipsandmaps/spwebcam.cfm (https://www.usap.gov/videoclipsandmaps/spwebcam.cfm)
facebook.com/events/1555872181913440 (https://www.facebook.com/events/1555872181913440)
usap.gov/videoclipsandmaps/mcmwebcam.cfm (https://www.usap.gov/videoclipsandmaps/mcmwebcam.cfm)
antarctica.gov.au/antarctic-operations/webcams (https://www.antarctica.gov.au/antarctic-operations/webcams)
bas.ac.uk/data/our-data/images/webcams (https://www.bas.ac.uk/data/our-data/images/webcams)
gml.noaa.gov/obop/spo/livecamera.html (https://gml.noaa.gov/obop/spo/livecamera.html)
antarcticanz.govt.nz/scott-base/webcams-weather (https://www.antarcticanz.govt.nz/scott-base/webcams-weather)
iaato.org/visiting-antarctica (https://iaato.org/visiting-antarctica) & iaato.org/faqs (https://iaato.org/faqs)

Related:
xK99UH9JMW8
EK4mNxWGQ-I
The incident with the Kick streamer (wvagabond, aka Captain Crack Sparrow) stem from specific regulations under the Antarctic Treaty System, which restrict unauthorized personal satellite devices like Starlink on land to avoid interfering with scientific research, navigation, communications, and emergency systems. This doesn't apply universally—official research stations and approved operations routinely provide live or near-real-time video feeds from Antarctica.

So, in my view, the title of this forum thread is partially misleading.

cheers,
John 🦜🦋🌳


study also this (https://www.reddit.com/r/antarctica/comments/1dzd14o/bringing_internet/)


I agree, MODS, please update the title of this thread.

Under the Antarctic Treaty System (ATS) - You CAN'T live stream from Antarctica

Here is some more info.

The Antarctic Treaty System (ATS) regulates satellite devices primarily through the lenses of environmental protection, peaceful use, and scientific cooperation. All activities, including the installation and use of satellite equipment, must comply with the Protocol on Environmental Protection to the Antarctic Treaty (Madrid Protocol)
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Key Rules on Satellite Devices:
• Environmental Approval and Impact Assessment: All equipment, including satellite ground stations and communication dishes, requires environmental approval and authorization from the relevant national authority before being brought into the Antarctic Treaty Area (south of 60°S).
• Purpose Restriction: Equipment must be used for peaceful purposes, such as scientific research, monitoring, or logistics (e.g., weather, communication, navigation).
• Mandatory Reporting: Information regarding the introduction of equipment, including satellite terminals, must be included in the annual exchange of information between Contracting Parties.
• Compliance with Environmental Protocol: Satellite equipment must be installed and operated to minimize impacts on the Antarctic environment, including flora and fauna.
• Specific Vessel Requirements: Fishing vessels operating in the Convention on the Conservation of Antarctic Marine Living Resources (CCAMLR) area are required to have a satellite-linked Vessel Monitoring System (VMS) that reports position at least every four hours to a land-based monitoring centre.
• Scientific and Operational Use: Satellite communication systems (e.g., VSAT, mobile satellite services) are essential for safety and research, and are authorized for use at research stations, in field camps, and on vessels.
• Prohibition of Interference: Interference with scientific equipment, including satellite-based instruments, is prohibited.
Commonly Used Systems:
• VSAT (Very Small Aperture Terminal): Used for permanent communication links at stations.
• Mobile Satellite Systems: Used for communication by personnel in field camps and on ships.
• Remote Sensing/Radar Satellite Reflectors: Used for monitoring ice movement.
Inspections: The Antarctic Treaty allows for inspections of stations, equipment, and vessels to ensure compliance with these rules.

Cheers,
Szymon

[ExomatrixTV]

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Cwvagabond (aka captain crack sparrow) real name: ... "Colin S." does anyone know more about this?

update: Kick streamer known as wvagabond (handle on Kick: /wvagabond) appears to be Colin Sparrow, based on matching aliases and social media profiles. His online persona is "Captain Crack Sparrow," a play on Captain Jack Sparrow from Pirates of the Caribbean, often shortened to just "Crack Sparrow" in community discussions.
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source (https://x.com/crashoverride/status/2017613951727546830)