Globalstar

FCC approves Amazon Leo’s $11.57B Globalstar deal

The Federal Communications Commission on Tuesday, October 27, approved Amazon Leo's $11.57 billion deal to acquire satellite operator Globalstar, Reuters reported. The approval clears a major regulatory hurdle for Amazon Amazon.com, Inc. as it tries to add direct-to-device phone service…

Amazon seeks FCC approval for 5,105 direct-to-phone satellites

Amazon Amazon.com, Inc. has filed an application with the Federal Communications Commission seeking permission to deploy a constellation of 5,105 low Earth orbit satellites that would beam voice, data, and emergency services directly to smartphones without the need for cell…