Amazon seeks US approval to launch over 5,000 satellites for direct-to-device network

Amazon has submitted an FCC filing to launch 5,105 satellites for a direct-to-device network, leveraging its pending $11.6bn acquisition of Globalstar. The constellation would provide mobile connectivity to underserved areas and compete with SpaceX's Starlink Mobile service, with deployment scheduled to begin in 2028.

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