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US agency approves Amazon Leo's $11.5 billion acquisition of Globalstar
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Fusion42 · 27 October 2026 · Fusion42 review
The FCC approved Amazon Leo's $11.5 billion acquisition of Globalstar, enhancing Amazon's position in the satellite communications market to compete with SpaceX's Starlink by combining Globalstar's satellites and spectrum with its own. The acquisition supports Amazon's plans to launch direct-to-device satellite broadband services by the end of 2026 and acquire Apple's 20% stake in Globalstar.
This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Telecom & Connectivity, and 2 sources have reported it.
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Amazon's satellite business just bought a ready network and spectrum from Globalstar, opening the door for you to offer direct satellite broadband that competes with Starlink. You need to move fast to capture customers who will switch as Amazon rolls out its service this year.
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