Connectivity

Kepler Communications has validated optical inter-satellite links, transmitting data between two relay satellites in Low-Earth Orbit (LEO). The two Kepler satellites used in the test are equipped with Tesat SCOT80...

Apple is expanding the capabilities of its satellite messaging on the iPhone. The new iOS 18 update will broaden the availability beyond emergency messaging, and Messages via satellite will be...

Satellite operator Telespazio has signed a deal with SpaceX to bring Starlink constellation solutions into its mix. As a result of this agreement, Telespazio will be able to integrate Starlink...

Montréal-based networking technology company XipLink is adding enhanced features and functionality to its XipOS SD-WAN solution. The company announced Thursday that while the new enhancements support multi-orbit satellite networks, the...

SES has made inroads into the satellite market in Uzbekistan. The operator announced Monday that it had signed a deal with Uz-Sat, the Republic of Uzbekistan’s national broadband satellite service...

Panasonic Avionics will install its new Astrova in-flight engagement (IFE) and connectivity systems, as well as a range of digital services, on 54 widebody and narrowbody aircraft for Taiwan’s EVA...

AST SpaceMobile just added a second major mobile network operator (MNO) partner in the U.S. — announcing a $100 million deal with Verizon on Wednesday. Verizon is now a strategic...

Viasat is partnering with Azercosmos to bring its L-band satellite services to Azerbaijan. This will be the first time that Viasat-enabled satellite services are offered in Azerbaijan. Under the proposed...

Arabsat is working with ST Engineering iDirect and neXat to deploy managed satellite services.  The satellite operator announced a deal with ST Engineering iDirect on May 22 for expanded market...

French startup Kinéis is preparing for two Rocket Lab launches starting in June to launch the first 10 satellites of its IoT constellation. Kinéis announced Thursday that two launches are...