Amazon makes its (long-expected) entry into satellite D2D with its USD11.6 billion acquisition of Globalstar

16 April 2026 | Research and Insights | Satellite Broadband | Satellite Capacity | Satellite D2D | Satellite Manufacturing and Launch | Space Spectrum | Space

Amazon aims to leverage Globalstar's spectrum assets and device compatibility to capture the growing opportunity of satellite direct-to-device (D2D) services.

This Analysys Mason podcast examines the tech giant's acquisition of Globalstar from multiple strategic angles, with a focus on space spectrum, the potential for D2D services and the impact on mobile network operators (MNOs).

Hear from:

Christopher Baugh

Partner, expert in space and satellite telecoms

Janette Stewart

Partner, expert in spectrum policy, pricing and valuation

Lluc Palerm

Research Director, expert in satellite communications

Dongye Liu

Analyst

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