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FCC to Auction Spectrum That SpaceX, Amazon, and AST All Want
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Fusion42 · 11 October 2026 · Fusion42 review
The US Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is preparing to auction spectrum highly sought after by SpaceX, Amazon, and AST, intensifying competition for valuable satellite communication resources.
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.
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This spectrum auction opens new territory for you as a satellite or space internet startup to access critical bandwidth that SpaceX or Amazon might leave behind in their bids. Now is the moment to prepare to compete or partner, as spectrum availability will shape your next moves.
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5 sources · first reported 7 Oct 2026 · latest 8 Oct 2026
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