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FCC Clears EchoStar Spectrum Sales to AT&T and SpaceX, Deepening Industry Tensions

The FCC approved EchoStar spectrum sales worth about $40 billion to AT&T and SpaceX.
AT&T gains both mid-band and low-band licenses for wireless and fixed wireless use.
SpaceX gains spectrum that can support Starlink’s satellite mobile service.
The deals face criticism over competition concerns and a disputed $2.4 billion escrow condition.

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DT Editorial Team·May 14, 2026·via arstechnica.com

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FCC approves SpaceX spectrum deal with $2.4 billion escrow condition

FCC Clears SpaceX-EchoStar Spectrum Deal, but Ties Approval to a $2.4 Billion Escrow

The FCC approved EchoStar’s planned spectrum sales to SpaceX and AT&T.
EchoStar must establish a $2.4 billion escrow account tied to partner claims.
The deal supports SpaceX’s push to improve direct-to-device services in the U.S.

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DT Editorial Team·May 13, 2026·via spacenews.com

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FCC throws out satellite spectrum challenges as D2D dealmaking heats up

FCC Sides With Incumbent Satellite Players as Direct-to-Device Spectrum Fight Intensifies

The FCC dismissed bids from SpaceX, Sateliot, AST SpaceMobile, and others tied to MSS spectrum access.
Regulators cited interference concerns and the need to protect incumbent investment.
The ruling boosts the value of incumbent-controlled spectrum as the D2D market expands.

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DT Editorial Team·Apr 25, 2026·via spacenews.com

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Army's new, flexible approach to EW could lead to programmatic changes: Official - Breaking Defense

Army Rethinks Electronic Warfare With Flexible New Doctrine

The Army is moving to a problem-based EW acquisition model, asking industry to solve operational challenges rather than meet fixed specifications
The shift reflects frustration with slow procurement in a domain where adversary capabilities evolve faster than traditional timelines
Ukraine conflict EW lessons are driving urgency around spectrum contestation and adaptive jamming capabilities
The new approach could disrupt existing EW programs if more capable solutions emerge through competition

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DT Editorial Team·Mar 19, 2026·4 min read·via breakingdefense.com

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FCC Chairman Brendan Carr adjusts his tie at a Congressional hearing where he was testifying.

FCC Chair Sides With SpaceX in Amazon Satellite Feud

FCC chairman publicly criticizes Amazon's objections to SpaceX million-satellite plan
SpaceX filed for megaconstellation after acquiring xAI for space-based computing
Dispute centers on scarce spectrum and orbital resources that favor first movers

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DT Editorial Team·Mar 12, 2026·4 min read·via arstechnica.com

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DT Editorial Team·Feb 12, 2026·4 min read·via spacenews.com

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FCC Space Bureau chief shares agenda for regulatory reform

FCC Space Bureau Unveils Sweeping Regulatory Overhaul to Accelerate Satellite Operations

FCC plans to open 20,000 MHz of new spectrum for satellite communications.
Space Bureau will create a licensing assembly line with fixed decision timelines.
Reforms aim to give operators flexibility to upgrade constellations without lengthy reviews.

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