SpaceX confirms plans to launch Starlink satellites on next Starship mission
PARIS — A SpaceX executive confirmed that the next flight of the company’s Starship rocket will carry its…
Lynk and Omnispace form Elveo Mobile to advance D2D services
TAMPA, Fla. — Lynk Global has completed its merger with Omnispace and rebranded as Elveo Mobile, adding globally…
China unveils members of state-backed commercial space consortium
HELSINKI — A Chinese government body has published a national commercial space consortium membership list, offering a rare…
ESA announces 100 million euro satellite-mobile convergence initiative
TAMPA, Fla. — The European Space Agency announced up to 100 million euros ($118 million) in funding March…
Sateliot opens Barcelona facility to build more capable direct-to-device satellites
TAMPA, Fla. — Spain’s Sateliot announced plans Nov. 10 to develop upgraded satellites from newly expanded facilities in…
OQ Technology expands satellite IoT services to Australia
TAMPA, Fla. — OQ Technology has expanded its satellite connectivity services for remote Internet of Things (IoT) devices…
What’s next for direct-to-device after SpaceX’s blockbuster spectrum deal
The direct-to-device (D2D) connectivity market has been completely transformed in the space of six weeks. On Aug. 1,…
Europe ramps up direct-to-device push amid SpaceX’s $19 billion service boost
TAMPA, Fla. — Europe has kicked off a study to improve direct-to-device (D2D) services using satellite spectrum, just…