Tag: D2D

  • Space42 Partners with Skylo for GEO-Based D2D via Thuraya-4

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    How will Space42’s Thuraya-4 compete in the direct-to-device market? UAE-based Space42 has partnered with Skylo Technologies to deliver standards-based Direct-to-Device (D2D) connectivity through its Thuraya-4 geostationary orbit (GEO) satellite, marking a significant push into the increasingly competitive cellular-satellite convergence market. The partnership leverages Skylo’s experience in connecting standard mobile devices to GEO satellites, positioning Space42…

  • FCC Dismisses SpaceX Spectrum Bids as D2D Market Consolidates

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    Why Did the FCC Block SpaceX’s Satellite Spectrum Challenge? The Federal Communications Commission has dismissed challenges by SpaceX and other companies seeking access to Mobile Satellite Service (MSS) spectrum, effectively protecting incumbent operators’ rights to frequencies increasingly valuable for Direct-to-Device (D2D) connectivity. The FCC ruling comes as the D2D market rapidly consolidates, with spectrum rights…