Amazon is acquiring Globalstar for $11.57B to accelerate Amazon Leo, its satellite internet service launching in 2026 with 3,200+ satellites for direct-to-device connectivity. The deal brings infrastructure, spectrum licenses, and an established customer base including Delta, AT&T, Vodafone, and NASA, positioning Amazon to compete directly with Starlink's 10,000+ satellite network.
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Amazon to buy Globalstar for $11.57B in bid to flesh out its satellite biz
Amazon acquires Globalstar for $11.57B to accelerate its Leo satellite internet service with 3,200+ satellites, directly challenging Starlink's orbital dominance in space-based connectivity.
Tuesday, April 14, 2026 12:00 PM UTC2 MIN READSOURCE: TechCrunchBY sys://pipeline
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