Satellite
SpaceX Planning 100K More Starlink Satellites
The company is planning ‘extremely low-latency and multi-gigabit symmetrical’ speeds for consumers and enterprises
People
T-Mobile Bringing on Former AT&T Exec Chris Sambar
Mike Katz is leaving the company after 28 years
Spectrum
FCC Approves T-Mobile-Grain Spectrum Swap
AST SpaceMobile told the agency it was 'well-positioned' to deploy the spectrum for direct-to-device
Briefs
AST SpaceMobile Block 2 Satellites Reach Orbit
Launch marks significant milestone in AST’s push to direct-to-cell service.
Satellite
Amazon, Satellite Providers Form New Trade Association for NGSOs
SpaceX, the largest NGSO, did not join as a founding member
Satellite
SpaceX, Globalstar to FCC: Don’t Reconsider Satellite Spectrum Exclusivity
Sateliot had asked the agency to reconsider an April ruling affirming certain direct-to-device bands couldn’t be shared
Expert Opinion
Steven Weber: When Competitors Create Better Competition
Rivals AT&T, T-Mobile and Verizon are teaming up on a shared satellite network, a model of infrastructure collaboration that could boost connectivity and U.S. competitiveness.
Amazon Leo
Latest Amazon Leo Launch a Success
Future launch schedule uncertain after Blue Origin explosion
Lumen
AT&T's Biggest Fiber Year Yet - and a Satellite Launch Too
The company expects to add 7 million fiber passings and launch a direct-to-device satellite service by year’s end.
Satellite
T-Mobile Says Satellite Connectivity Will Complement, Not Replace Wireless Networks
Satellite service is becoming an essential add-on for premium wireless customers, officials say.
Satellite
Big Three Mobile Carriers Planning to Pool Spectrum for Satellite Operators
The carriers said they’re looking to foster competition in the direct-to-device space.
Earnings
AST SpaceMobile Still on Track for 45 Satellites This Year, Company Says
An unsuccessful launch in April lost a satellite and will leave New Glenn rockets grounded until an investigation finishes.
Spectrum
Ligado Wants NOAA Spectrum for Direct-to-Device Satellite Service
Aviation groups and others told Congress they feared interference from Ligado’s plans.
Spectrum
Grain Aiming to Lease Direct-to-Device Spectrum 90 Days After Deal Closing
The firm’s founder David Grain met with FCC Chairman Brendan Carr last week to pitch the arrangement.
Public Safety
FirstNet Showcases Disaster Response Network
Officials said the public safety network is adapting to more frequent and severe disasters.
Satellite
FCC Grants AST SpaceMobile’s Direct-to-Cell Request
The satellite company can offer service with AT&T and Verizon spectrum, and operate up to 248 satellites.
