Amazon buys Globalstar to extend satellite coverage
Amazon has acquired Globalstar to facilitate the expansion of its Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite network. This acquisition aims to enable direct-to-device (D2D) connectivity, establish edge-to-cloud connections via AWS, and extend global cellular coverage beyond traditional terrestrial networks.
Key Takeaways
- Amazon is buying Globalstar to expand its low Earth orbit satellite network.
- The acquisition is meant to enable direct-to-device connectivity.
- Amazon says the deal will connect edge-to-cloud traffic via AWS.
- The stated coverage goal is global cellular reach beyond terrestrial networks.
Why It Matters
Amazon is tying satellite infrastructure more directly to AWS, which gives the company a path to move connectivity and edge workloads outside traditional cellular footprints. For the streaming stack, that points to infrastructure built for wider device reach and cloud integration, not just terrestrial delivery. The key detail to watch is how Amazon describes the rollout of direct-to-device connectivity and edge-to-cloud capabilities after the Globalstar acquisition closes or is integrated.
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