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US FCC approves Amazon Leo's acquisition of Globalstar

Published

27 October 2026

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operational-macro

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Telecom & Connectivity

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United States

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Fusion42 · 27 October 2026 · Fusion42 review

The US Federal Communications Commission’s Space Bureau has approved Amazon Leo’s acquisition of approximately 25 megahertz of Globalstar’s mobile-satellite service spectrum, finalizing the regulatory review of the $11.5 billion deal.

This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Telecom & Connectivity, and 2 sources have reported it.

◆ ◆ The Wire takeaway

Amazon’s satellite spectrum purchase clears the regulatory hurdle, opening new opportunities for satellite internet founders to anticipate tougher competition and consider how to partner or counter Amazon Leo’s expanding network footprint.

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2 sources · 27 Oct 2026

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