Tuesday, 17 March, 2026
SpaceX’s $17B Spectrum Gambit Secures Direct-to-Cell Dominance
By Isha
SpaceX has inked a $17 billion deal with EchoStar to acquire crucial AWS-4 and H-block wireless spectrum, using a mix of $8.5 billion in cash and $8.5 billion in stock. The acquisition empowers Starlink to roll out its standalone Direct-to-Cell service without relying on telecom partnerships, signaling SpaceX’s bid to dominate satellite-to-phone connectivity.
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