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SpaceX and the Upper C-Band Spectrum Auction: A Test of Mobile Intent

By | November 2, 2026
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The Upper C-Band auction will show whether SpaceX truly wants to challenge terrestrial operators head-on. Recent deals have already sharpened the threat. SpaceX agreed to acquire Grain Management’s nationwide 800 MHz portfolio, reportedly valued at about $8 billion. The licenses include up to 14 MHz of paired spectrum and still need FCC approval. Low band… Read More: SpaceX and the Upper C-Band Spectrum Auction: A Test of… »

Unpacking the PFD Debate: What It Means for SpaceX and the Direct-to-Device Satellite Industry

By | October 30, 2024
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The direct-to-device (D2D) satellite communication market is emerging as a highly competitive field, exemplified by the ongoing debates around out-of-band (OOB) power flux density (PFD) regulations. Satellite operators using terrestrial mobile spectrum as a secondary application must adhere to strict PFD limits, which impacts the performance capabilities of D2D services, with significant commercial implications for… Read More: Unpacking the PFD Debate: What It Means for SpaceX and… »