Starlink, the satellite internet company owned by Elon Musk, announced on August 10, 2026, that it would provide temporary free internet service to the five departments affected by the earthquake. ^[1] Tesla plans to begin selling its Optimus humanoid robot to the public towards the end of 2027. ^[2] Tesla has initiated the production process for its Optimus humanoid robot, which is intended to be sold as individual units starting in 2027. ^[3] Measurements in the affected areas showed that Starlink usage increased by approximately 40% shortly after the service became available. ^[4] The earthquake with a magnitude of 7.4 occurred on August 10, 2026, at 7:34 AM with its epicenter in San José del Palmar, Chocó. ^[5] The median download speed on Starlink increased by 11% while terrestrial mobile networks suffered severe interruptions during the crisis. ^[6] Elon Musk stated that the Optimus robot would cost approximately between $20,000 and $30,000. ^[7] The Optimus robot is designed to perform tasks that are dangerous, repetitive, or boring for humans, such as household chores and errands. ^[8] Elon Musk describes the Tesla Optimus robot as a 'humanoid friend' capable of performing simple and repetitive activities such as picking up packages, watering plants, and cleaning the kitchen. ^[9] Elon Musk stated that the Tesla Optimus is expected to be sold at a unit price between $20,000 and $30,000. ^[10] The Tesla Optimus robot utilizes the same technology found in Tesla's autonomous vehicles, refined with legs, arms, and joints. ^[11] Tesla aims to leverage its experience in artificial intelligence and autonomy from autonomous vehicles to power the robot's vision and planning systems. ^[12]