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US FCC to vote on auction of 25 MHz of spectrum for satellite communications — CNBC

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7 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 · 11 October 2026 · Fusion42 review

The US Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is set to vote on auctioning 25 MHz of spectrum specifically for satellite communications, which could impact the allocation of wireless resources in the satellite sector.

This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Telecom & Connectivity, and 5 sources have reported it between 7 Oct 2026 and 8 Oct 2026.

◆ ◆ The Wire takeaway

You must plan for new competition and partnership opportunities emerging from fresh spectrum access. Satellite communications startups have a rare chance to secure vital wireless resources this week.

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5 sources · first reported 7 Oct 2026 · latest 8 Oct 2026

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