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Lynk Global to deploy experimental 5G payload in December
Lynk Global said Sept. 28 it will test the ability to send a 5G signal from a satellite launching in December to standard mobile devices, after getting funding for the demonstration from an undisclosed partner.
Lynk Global gets first commercial satellite direct-to-cell operating license
Lynk Global secured regulatory approval Sept. 16 to operate its initial cellphone-compatible constellation globally, although the startup needs to deploy more satellites and get landing rights before it can start services.
AST SpaceMobile secures communications with prototype
Satellite-to-smartphone startup AST SpaceMobile is preparing to unfurl the largest commercial antenna ever deployed in low Earth orbit after establishing contact with its BlueWalker 3 prototype satellite.
Direct-to-cell startups welcome Musk’s arrival
Startups developing constellations for providing connectivity directly to standard cellphones say they stand to benefit from SpaceX entering their market.
AST SpaceMobile delays commercial satellite debut by six months
Supply chain issues have delayed the launch of the first operational satellite in AST SpaceMobile’s cellphone-compatible broadband constellation by about six months to late 2023.
Second commercial Lynk Global satellite still looking for launch
Lynk Global said it is still waiting for Spaceflight to rebook a flight for the second commercial satellite in its cellphone-compatible broadband network, four months after the launch services provider’s space tug was kicked off a SpaceX mission.
Kongsberg to acquire majority stake in NanoAvionics
Norwegian company Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace will acquire a majority stake in NanoAvionics in a deal that values the smallsat manufacturer at 65 million euros ($67 million).
BlueWalker 3 launch window opens Aug. 15
AST SpaceMobile said June 13 that SpaceX aims to launch the prototype for its cellphone-compatible broadband constellation in the week of Aug. 15.
Operational AST SpaceMobile satellites could proceed without prototype
AST SpaceMobile will start deploying operational satellites in 2023 “even in the event of any complication” with the BlueWalker 3 prototype slated to launch this summer, an executive for the cellphone-compatible broadband constellation said.
AST SpaceMobile licensed to connect test satellite to US cellular phones
AST SpaceMobile secured an experimental license May 2 to test services in the United States from BlueWalker 3, the prototype satellite slated to launch this summer for its planned cellphone-compatible broadband constellation.
AST SpaceMobile books more SpaceX rides months after canceling Soyuz reservation
AST SpaceMobile is expanding a launch deal with SpaceX for its cellphone-compatible broadband constellation, following a 2021 decision to move its upcoming BlueWalker-3 prototype mission from Russia’s now-embargoed Soyuz to a Falcon 9.
Op-Ed | Who wants to step up to a $10 billion risk?
A proposed satellite constellation would be registered in Papua New Guinea, which has not stepped up to accept specific international responsibility or liability for the activities of commercial entities it has licensed.
Seraphim Capital unveils world’s first listed space technology fund
Seraphim Capital plans to trade stakes it has amassed in space technology startups on the public market through an investment trust.
Seraphim Capital reportedly plotting public market debut
Early-stage space investor Seraphim Capital reportedly plans to list shares on London’s stock exchange, following a growing number of its own investments to the public markets.
AST SpaceMobile adds public company expertise to leadership team
AST SpaceMobile, which became a public company in April to develop a cellphone-compatible satellite broadband constellation, is expanding its leadership team.
Space industry in midst of transformation following record private and public investments
The space market is at a watershed moment as private and public investments continue to surge.
SPAC shareholders approve plan to merge with AST & Science
AST & Science, which is developing a cellphone-compatible satellite broadband constellation, will start trading on the Nasdaq next week after getting shareholder approval April 1.
Lynk to soon begin tests of cellular connectivity using first satellite
Lynk will start testing cellular connectivity services with its first small satellite in the near future as it plans to begin commercial service early next year.
AST & Science to go public via special purpose acquisition
AST & Science LLC announced plans Dec. 16 to become a publicly traded company through a special purpose acquisition company.
