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US wireless carriers name Paul Roth interim CEO for satellite connectivity venture
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Fusion42 · 1 October 2026 · Fusion42 review
AT&T, T-Mobile, and Verizon have appointed Paul Roth as interim CEO of their joint venture to expand satellite-enabled mobile coverage in underserved U.S. areas, targeting elimination of dead zones and improved network redundancy during disasters. This move responds to competitive pressure from SpaceX's Starlink, which is developing a direct-to-device mobile service using recently acquired spectrum.
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You need to rethink mobile coverage beyond traditional cell towers as major carriers are moving aggressively into satellite tech to fight SpaceX's Starlink threat. This shift opens opportunities for suppliers and partners who can support direct-to-device satellite connectivity.
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