Regulators at the U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) are concerned that SpaceX’s proposed broadband megaconstellation could lead to interference with competing systems. The constellation, dubbed “StarLink” according to trademark filings, will comprise more than 4,000 satellites in Low Earth Orbit (LEO). The FCC, however, has deferred to the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) to determine the best way to manage spectrum for this ambitious new satellite system.
SpaceX’s Megaconstellation Hits Regulatory Hurdles
Canadian MSS Operator Terrestar Joins With Equatys for D2D
Canada’s mobile satellite services (MSS) operator Terrestar Solutions is joining Equatys shared infrastructure approach for direct-to-device (D2D) services under a new MoU announced Wednesday. Equatys is the D2D venture founded […]
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Government/MilitaryFCC Looks to Update Direct-to-Device Rules and Auction More Spectrum
