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Srikapardhi April 11th, 2025 8:10 PM 0 COMMENTS

Orange Jordan Launches Satellite Internet Service; KDDI Satellite SMS Service in Japan; and More

In a series of major developments across the satellite and telecom sectors, global players are pushing the boundaries of connectivity and space technology. Orange Jordan is bringing satellite internet to remote areas, Intelsat is extending satellite life with in-orbit servicing, Amazon has announced it will set a new launch date for its Kuiper satellites after a postponed attempt, and KDDI is rolling out Japan's first direct-to-cell service in partnership with... Read More

Srikapardhi April 9th, 2025 8:02 PM 0 COMMENTS

Tata Communications–Mobily Roaming Deal, E& UAE 10 Gbps Trials, Neterra–Starlink Partnership, and More

Telecom operators worldwide—Tata Communications, e& UAE, Globe, Neterra, Digicel, Chunghwa, Telekom Slovenije, Emitel, and One New Zealand—are driving innovation through 5G trials, satellite investments, OSS transformations, and rural network expansions. These developments underscore a global push toward enhanced connectivity, smarter infrastructure, and future-ready services. Also Read: Samsung, KT, and KDDI Partner for AI, 6G; E& UAE Demonstrate 1024 QAM; and Verizon Satcom Texting Read on for a detailed look at... Read More

Kripa B April 9th, 2025 2:57 PM 0 COMMENTS

Globalstar Seeks Regulatory Nod to Launch Satellite Services in India: Report

Apple's satellite communications partner Globalstar has applied for regulatory approvals to launch its services in India, entering the satcom market that includes Elon Musk's Starlink, Bharti-backed Eutelsat OneWeb, Amazon's Project Kuiper, and Reliance Jio's Orbit Connect. Also Read: Satcom: Amazon’s Project Kuiper First Batch Satellite Launch; Eutelsat OneWeb LEO Services, and More Globalstar Seeks Indian Regulatory Approval The US-based low-earth orbit (LEO) satellite operator has applied to the Indian National... Read More

Tanuja K April 7th, 2025 11:59 AM 0 COMMENTS

Starlink Gets License to Operate in Bangladesh

SpaceX owned Starlink has recevied the necessary license to start operations in Bangladesh. The announcement of the Starlink service will be made on Monday (today) at a government backed investment summit. According to an AFP report, Chowdhury Ashik Mahmud, chairman of Bangladesh Investment Development Authority confirmed on Sunday that Starlink has received the approval to operate in the country. This is right when the company is also looking to start... Read More

Srikapardhi April 3rd, 2025 6:59 PM 0 COMMENTS

Satcom: Amazon’s Project Kuiper First Batch Satellite Launch; Eutelsat OneWeb LEO Services, and More

The race to expand satellite connectivity is accelerating, with major players launching new initiatives to enhance global internet access, in-flight connectivity, and IoT solutions. Amazon's Project Kuiper is set to deploy its first full batch of LEO satellites, marking a crucial step in its broadband expansion. Meanwhile, Eutelsat has activated OneWeb’s LEO services for commercial and business aviation, and Myriota has added new satellites to strengthen its IoT network. In... Read More

Srikapardhi April 1st, 2025 8:05 PM 0 COMMENTS

Satcom: Sateliot Raises EUR 70 Million; Starlink in Azerbaijan; MTN Lynk Satellite Voice Call; and More

The satellite and telecommunications sector is advancing rapidly, with major investments, new service rollouts, and technology demonstrations. Sateliot secured EUR 70 million for its nanosatellite constellation, while Starlink expanded to Azerbaijan and United Airlines gained FAA approval for Starlink-equipped aircraft. Meanwhile, MTN and Lynk completed Africa's first satellite voice call, Turkcell and Lynk tested direct-to-device connectivity in Turkiye, and Space42 partnered with Viasat on a 5G NTN network. Also Read:... Read More

Srikapardhi April 1st, 2025 2:59 PM 0 COMMENTS

Samsung, KT, and KDDI Partner for AI, 6G; E& UAE Demonstrate 1024 QAM; and Verizon Satcom Texting

Samsung has partnered with KT and KDDI Research to explore AI integration in 6G networks, while e& UAE, Nokia, and Qualcomm have demonstrated 1024 QAM technology for 5G standalone networks. Additionally, Verizon has expanded its satellite texting services, ensuring seamless connectivity beyond terrestrial networks. Read on to discover how these innovations are shaping the future of wireless communication. Also Read: Ericsson: SoftBank Partnership for AI, 6G; Drei Austria Tests W-Band,... Read More

Kripa B March 19th, 2025 7:27 PM 2 COMMENTS

Vodafone Idea Confirms Talks With Global Satcom Players for Partnership Amid 5G Rollout

Vodafone Idea (Vi) has confirmed that it is in "exploratory" talks with various Satcom providers, including Starlink. This comes after the exchanges sought clarification from the telecom operator about the news item captioned "Vodafone Idea in talks with Starlink and other satcom providers: CTO" appearing in Moneycontrol, dated March 19, 2025. Also Read: Vodafone Idea Officially Announces Launch of 5G Services in Mumbai In an exchange filing released on March... Read More

Tanuja K March 18th, 2025 10:35 AM 0 COMMENTS

Starlink to Offer Better Speeds than OneWeb, Jio-SES: Report

Starlink, a SpaceX owned satellite broadband service provider is soon going to enter the Indian market. The necessary approvals will arrive soon for the company, and it can immediately start services. Starlink has already built its global constellation of LEO (low earth orbit) satellites and has much higher capacity than rivals Jio-SES and OneWeb. As per an ET report, while Jio-SES and OneWeb can offer around 30-50 Gigabytes per second... Read More

Srikapardhi March 17th, 2025 11:58 AM 0 COMMENTS

Orange and Telesat Sign Multi-Year LEO Satellite Connectivity Partnership

French operator Orange has announced a multi-year partnership with satellite operator Telesat to offer non-terrestrial connectivity services via Telesat's fleet of low Earth orbit (LEO) satellites through a strategic commercial partnership. As part of the agreement, a Telesat Lightspeed Landing Station will be hosted at Orange's teleport in Bercenay-en-Othe, France. The station will leverage Orange's ground infrastructure, connecting to its Paris-based point of presence via Orange Wholesale International Private Line... Read More

Tanay Singh Thakur March 14th, 2025 9:48 AM 10 COMMENTS

Let’s Talk: Starlink Could Face Cost Issues in India

Starlink, a major satellite communications (satcom) services provider is all set to enter the Indian market. Developments have been there since years, yet, the company hasn't found its way into one of the largest telecom markets in the world. SpaceX recently partnered with Reliance Jio and Bharti Airtel in India to bring its services for the Indian consumers. Things are suddenly moving pretty fast for the satcom operator. Many believe... Read More

Kripa B March 13th, 2025 8:59 PM 0 COMMENTS

TRAI Plans 5-Year Satellite Spectrum Allocation, Defying Starlink’s 20-Year Demand: Report

India's telecom regulator, the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI), plans to recommend a five-year allocation of satellite broadband spectrum to assess market adoption, rejecting Starlink's demand for a 20-year permit, Reuters reported, citing a senior government source. The move aligns with the positions of Reliance Jio and Bharti Airtel, which had advocated for shorter allocation periods of three to five years. This decision allows the government to reassess spectrum... Read More