Deutsche Telekom, Orange, Vodafone and Telefonica Consider Joint Satellite Spectrum Bid
Deutsche Telekom, Orange, Vodafone and Telefonica are in early talks to form a consortium bidding for 2 gigahertz of satellite spectrum the EU proposes for a homegrown satellite-to-mobile operator. The goal is direct-to-phone connectivity controlled in Europe. No decision has been made, while Deutsche Telekom already has a deal with Starlink and trials for related ventures have been discussed with multiple parties.