Major European Telecom Giants Unite for Direct-to-Device Satellite Venture
Deutsche Telekom, Orange, Telefónica, and Vodafone have signed a letter of intent to bid jointly for spectrum supporting direct-to-device satellite services across Europe. This alliance aims to counter SpaceX's Starlink by combining telecom ground infrastructure with an unannounced satellite partner, fostering regional competition in the emerging satellite connectivity market.
Source: The Verge