All Skylo Technologies articles
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Network & InfraOrange maintains pragmatic approach to building an NTN future
Operator’s technical strategy lead believes the road to ubiquitous satellite connectivity will be gradual rather than revolutionary, with telcos likely to pursue multiple NTN partnerships and technologies as standards, economics, and spectrum frameworks evolve.
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Network & InfraIridium tables NTN Direct go-live for Q4
Satco firms up timeframe for launch of NTN Direct as trials of the IoT and D2D platform continue ahead of launch. Iridium highlights automotive connectivity testing with Deutsche Telekom and Toyota to demonstrate network integration and roaming…
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Partnerships & AlliancesEuropean telcos change course on D2D after licence rethink
Reports raise prospect of a new D2D platform that could provide a European alternative for next-gen services, with telcos said to be eyeing a slice of 2GHz MSS spectrum under contentious new EU allocation plan.
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Network & InfraSpaceMobile targeting 2027 go-live; Deutsche Telekom joins MNO integration testers
In-depth: AST SpaceMobile is advancing its D2D satellite ambitions, with DT new to the roster of telco majors undertaking integration testing. Despite launch delays and standardisation hurdles, the $28bn challenger is targeting substantial revenue growth, addressable market similar to Starlink.
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Analyst BriefingDeutsche Telekomwatch: DT works the ecosystem in B2B
Analyst Briefing: AI-focused B2B diversification remains high on the agenda across DT, as the Group backs a new European adtech venture alongside Orange and Vodafone, T-Mobile US brings in a new exec to lead enterprise expansion, and Hrvatski Telekom widens digital tech ties with Beyond Now.
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M&ARocket Lab to become end-to-end satellite player with Iridium buy
Rocket Lab seeks to move beyond launch services and become vertically integrated satellite player through Iridium acquisition. Challenger eyes opportunities for operational efficiencies and new services, as well as plans for forays into the defence and direct-to-device segments…
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Partnerships & AlliancesGermany’s O2 taps OQ to kick off direct-to-device trials
Operator lays out D2D testing plans with OQ, seeking to explore how non-terrestrial networks could help it to overcome tower rollout challenges in hard-to-reach areas. Tie-up adds OQ to Telefónica Group’s growing roster of “digitally sovereign” satellite partners …
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Partnerships & AlliancesSpace42 integrates with Skylo in D2D ramp-up
Emirati satellite operator integrates with Skylo’s standards-based platform, moving to deliver direct-to-device services across EMEA and Asia. Tie-up sees satco accelerate D2D rollout, as it pursues global coverage through newly created “space tower” venture…
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Partnerships & AlliancesDT expands Starlink ties into German B2B comms
DT selects Elon Musk-led satellite operator to provide enterprise broadband services in Germany, seeking to strengthen network resilience and rural coverage. Operator taking selective approach to Starlink deployment in Europe, compared with broad-ranging tie-up in USA…
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Network & InfraDT says Starlink was only adequate option as it forms D2D tie-up
MWC26: Deutsche Telekom unveils Starlink as its latest partner for direct‑to‑device services, with launch planned for 2028.
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Analyst BriefingDeutsche Telekomwatch: T-Mobile’s bid to stay different
Analyst Briefing: A run-through of T-Mobile US’s strategy update, as the Un-Carrier re-expresses belief in its ability to outdo rivals on network quality and value, and backs it up with higher financial and commercial targets. In Europe DT refreshes its satellite IoT service through new partnerships, and flags research work on quantum…
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Network & InfraDT adds LEO trio to refreshed satellite IoT platform
German group adds Sateliot, OQ Technology, and Iridium to satellite IoT platform ecosystem, diversifying beyond existing relationship with Skylo and creating an extra LEO layer for deeper/wider coverage.
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Analyst BriefingVodafonewatch: IT leadership rejig; RAN upgrade kick-off
Analyst Briefing: Vodafone continues its European IT management reshuffle; pushes on with German open RAN rollout; and talks network autonomy roadmaps. Meanwhile, VOIS speaks up; the future of former OpCo Vodafone Spain; and IoT goes NTN with Skylo tie-up…
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MarketingDT to bring ‘T-Satellite’ brand to Europe
German group applies to register T-Satellite brand, already used for direct-to-device services in the USA, as a trademark in Europe.
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Analyst BriefingFrancewatch: SFR looks to the cloud as sales speculation continues
Analyst Briefing: more questions than answers on the future of SFR; Iliad sees new sovereign cloud, data centre opportunities; Orange Business goes Bleu…
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Financial & PerformanceSpaceMobile ‘scales’ satellite production, readies for commercial D2D launch
Vodafone, Verizon, and AT&T-backed satellite startup nears commercial services launch after lengthy delays, with ‘meaningful revenue’ imminent…
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Network & InfraDT to debut direct-to-device service this year
Group plans release of D2D offering in Europe after expanding satellite comms relationship with US provider Skylo Technologies.
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Network & InfraVodafone puts D2D plans in motion with fresh SpaceMobile trials
Vodafone reveals first “space-to-land” gateway to enable direct-to-device services. Further trials of SpaceMobile technology pencilled in for spring 2025 as Group moves closer to launching Europe- and Africa-wide services after launch delays and legal troubles…
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Strategy & ChangeIridium targets MNOs with direct-to-device strategy refresh
US-based satellite operator seeks to tap into NB-IoT market with Project Stardust, harnessing its existing array of satellites and spectrum to deliver “fully crosslinked” solution. MNOs among initial customers being targeted, though competition in the sector continues to rise…
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InterviewInterview: Sateliot places operators at heart of satellite-IoT growth strategy
Sateliot CEO Jaume Sanpera sees MNO relationships with the likes of Telefónica as key to competing in the satellite-IoT market.