FCC chairwoman on Starlink: ‘Our economy doesn’t benefit from monopolies’
In a discussion moderated by FedScoop, the FCC leader spoke about space competition, spectrum policy, Taiwan’s satellite plans and more.
FCC chair wants more competition to SpaceX's Starlink unit
Federal Communications Commission chair Jessica Rosenworcel said Wednesday she wants to see more competition to SpaceX's internet satellite constellation Starlink.
Musk’s Starlink is a monopoly, FCC chair claims. But who will step up to compete?
Elon Musk's SpaceX, and its Starlink satellite division, are accused by US Federal Communication Commission chair Jessica Rosenworcel of running a monopoly.
FCC chair wants more competition to SpaceX's Starlink unit
Last year, the FCC reaffirmed its 2022 decision to deny Starlink $885.5 million in rural broadband subsidies. The FCC said the decision was based on Starlink's failure to meet basic program ...
FCC Chair Encourages Satellite Internet Competition, Hints Starlink Is a Monopoly
In calling for more competition in the space economy, FCC Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel takes issue with SpaceX controlling about two-thirds of the satellites in Earth's orbit.
Musk's Starlink dominance raises FCC concerns on competition
SpaceX now accounts for nearly two-thirds of all active satellites in orbit When Elon Musk's Starlink hit its 7,000th satellite milestone, it's unlikely he expected the FCC chair to suggest his space dominance might be stifling competition—but here we are.
'Partisan politics' is why FCC revoked Starlink's rural internet award says Brendan Carr
The Federal Communication's revoking Starlink's $885 million rural internet award was misguided given its capability, ...
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SpaceX to FCC: Loosen Rules or Cellular Starlink Tech Risks Becoming Text-Only
SpaceX is warning that its cellular Starlink system won't be able to provide real-time calling to consumers unless the FCC ...
Republican FCC Commissioner Alleges Double Standards After FCC Chair Jessica Rosenworcel Says SpaceX's Starlink Is Dominating Satellite Internet
Commissioner Brendan Carr on Wednesday slammed FCC chair Jessica Rosenworcel after the latter alleged that Starlink is ...
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Study Warns Starlink Broadband Satellites Causing Problems for Radio Astronomy
A new study conducted by the Netherlands Institute for Radio Astronomy (ASTRON) has warned that interference from the second ...
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FCC approves Starlink first generation upgrade plan
The company, which has launched more than 6,800 Starlink satellites to date, has also been seeking approval to deploy nearly 30,000 Gen2 Starlinks. The FCC said its modified license clears the way ...