The deal, originally unveiled in April, positions Amazon to integrate Globalstar’s 25 active satellites into the Kuiper network, which has launched nearly 400 units since April 2025. This infusion of hardware provides a critical buffer for the project, which has faced repeated setbacks in its launch timeline. Beyond the technical capacity, the acquisition grants Amazon control over the satellite services currently powering emergency features for Apple’s iPhone and Apple Watch lineups. With the regulatory green light secured, the transaction is expected to finalize by 2027, marking a shift in the competitive landscape for orbital connectivity.
FCC Clears Amazon’s $11.5 Billion Acquisition of Globalstar
The Federal Communications Commission has authorized Amazon’s $11.5 billion acquisition of Globalstar, a strategic maneuver that significantly accelerates the company’s satellite connectivity ambitions. By folding the existing infrastructure into its Kuiper project, Amazon gains immediate access to a functional constellation, effectively bypassing delays in its own deployment schedule.
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