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Kripa B November 8th, 2024 1:47 PM 1 COMMENTS

India to Allocate Satellite Broadband Spectrum, TRAI to Set Pricing: Report

Communications Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia said that spectrum for satellite broadband will be allocated rather than auctioned, contrary to the requests of Reliance Industries' Mukesh Ambani and Bharti Airtel's Sunil Mittal. However, the spectrum will not be provided free of charge; the sector regulator, TRAI, will set a price for the resource, according to a PTI report. Also Read: Reliance Jio Set to Launch IPO in 2025, Potentially India’s Largest: Report... Read More

Srikapardhi November 5th, 2024 10:21 PM 0 COMMENTS

KT Signs 6G LEO Satellite Agreement with KT SAT and KAI

Korea Telecom (KT) has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with KT SAT and Korea Aerospace Industries (KAI) to collaborate on 6G and Low-Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite projects. This partnership aims to enhance Korean companies' competitiveness in the global 6G and LEO satellite sectors, which are currently dominated by major international players such as SpaceX and Amazon's Kuiper Systems, the companies said in a joint statement on Sunday. Also Read:... Read More

Srikapardhi November 2nd, 2024 11:33 AM 0 COMMENTS

Apple to Invest Up to USD 1.5 Billion in Globalstar to Expand Satellite Services

Apple will invest up to USD 1.5 billion in satellite provider Globalstar, an American telecommunications company that operates a constellation in low Earth orbit (LEO) and provides satellite connectivity services, to enhance iPhone communication services, Globalstar said in a regulatory filing on Friday. Also Read: Liquid Intelligent to Distribute Globalstar XCOM RAN 5G access Solution in Africa, MEA and Gulf Apple-Globalstar Agreement On October 29, 2024, Apple and Globalstar entered... Read More

Srikapardhi October 21st, 2024 4:24 PM 1 COMMENTS

One New Zealand Sends First SMS via Satellite-to-Mobile Service with Starlink

One New Zealand (One NZ) has reported that its field tests for satellite-to-mobile services over Starlink satellites are progressing well. Network engineers in Christchurch have successfully sent and received SMS messages from an unmodified phone through the Starlink Direct-to-Cell constellation. A testing plan is in place and is expected to continue through the Christmas holidays, with tests in other parts of the country as well, the operator said. Also Read:... Read More

Srikapardhi October 16th, 2024 8:58 AM 1 COMMENTS

BSNL and Viasat Trial Direct-to-Device Satellite Connectivity

Satellite communications company Viasat has successfully demonstrated direct-to-device (D2D) satellite connectivity in India for the first time. In partnership with Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL), Viasat showcased satellite-powered two-way and SOS messaging using a commercial Android smartphone at the ongoing India Mobile Congress 2024, the companies said in a joint statement on Tuesday. Viasat said it is currently working with its partners, including BSNL in India, to expand satellite services... Read More

Kripa B October 15th, 2024 6:30 PM 1 COMMENTS

Airtel Reaffirms Commitment to Satcom Services for Rural Connectivity

Indian telecom operator Bharti Airtel has reiterated its commitment to satellite communication (satcom) services to connect remote and underserved areas across the country. The company stressed that its stance remains unchanged, rejecting any claims of a policy shift. In a statement, Airtel emphasised its long-standing focus on using satcom technology to provide high-speed broadband connectivity in hard-to-reach areas, including maritime, aviation, defense, and disaster recovery. Also Read: Kia India Partners... Read More

Tanuja K October 13th, 2024 6:48 AM 2 COMMENTS

DoT Allocates Satellite Spectrum to OneWeb, Jio Provisionally: Report

The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has provisionally allocated satellite spectrum to Bharti-owned Eutelsat OneWeb and Reliance Jio's satellite arm. This is a major step towards the start of satellite services in the country. These satellite communication (satcom) companies have received the spectrum for six months from the telecom department. DoT has given satellite companies this spectrum so that the satcom players could demonstrate all the required compliances related to security... Read More

Tanuja K October 8th, 2024 10:32 AM 0 COMMENTS

Starlink Gets FCC Approval to Offer Direct-to-Cell Services: Report

Starlink, a SpaceX-owned satellite communications (satcom) services company has received FCC (Federal Communications Commission) approval to offer direct-to-cell services in select parts of the United States of America (USA). According to Reuters, FCC on Sunday allowed Starlink and T-Mobile to offer direct-to-cell coverage for devices in the areas of North Carolina (as these areas are hit by Hurricane Helene). FCC has likely granted this special permission only because of the... Read More

Srikapardhi October 7th, 2024 8:18 AM 0 COMMENTS

Globe Telecom Completes Satellite SMS Trial in Philippines With Lynk

Philippines operator Globe Telecom has completed an end-to-end satellite SMS customer trial in a remote area with no reception in Zambales, aiming to deliver connectivity to Geographically Isolated and Disadvantaged Areas (GIDAs). During the trial, Globe Telecom reported transmitting text messages using standard phones with Globe and TM SIMs through its partner Lynk Global’s low-Earth orbit (LEO) satellites. Also Read: Globe Telecom Expands to Nearly 100 Stores Nationwide Direct-to-Phone Satellite... Read More

Srikapardhi October 2nd, 2024 8:42 PM 0 COMMENTS

SoftBank’s Sunglider Solar HAPS Aircraft Succeeds in Stratospheric Flight

Japan's SoftBank Corp announced that its large-scale High Altitude Platform Station (HAPS), named Sunglider, has successfully achieved stratospheric flight. The solar-powered uncrewed aircraft system (UAS) designed for HAPS stratospheric telecommunications was utilised in a field trial conducted by AeroVironment and the US Department of Defense (DoD) in New Mexico, USA, in early August 2024. According to SoftBank, Sunglider is larger than other publicly announced HAPS UAS, boasting a wingspan of... Read More

Srikapardhi October 1st, 2024 4:05 PM 0 COMMENTS

Telstra boosts Norfolk Island Connectivity with New Satellite Internet Service

Australian telecom company Telstra, the Australian government, and Norfolk Island Regional Council's Norfolk Telecom have collaborated to provide a satellite internet service that now delivers network speeds four times faster on Norfolk Island. Norfolk Telecom offers telecommunications services to the Norfolk Island community. Also Read: Telstra Completes Major Network Upgrade for King Island Significant Speed Boosts Norfolk Island, located 1,500 km east of mainland Australia, has significantly upgraded its internet... Read More

Srikapardhi September 30th, 2024 6:11 PM 0 COMMENTS

KT and KT SAT Achieve 5G NTN Link with Geostationary Satellite

Korea Telecom (KT) and its satellite arm, KT SAT, have successfully linked terrestrial 5G networks with a satellite in geostationary orbit (GEO), which the companies claim is a world-first using 5G NTN (Non-Terrestrial Network) technology. KT announced on Monday that it has secured technology that works with KT SAT's satellite using 5G NTN, marking a crucial step in expanding communication coverage beyond the ground, particularly in remote areas such as... Read More