AINonlineCharlotte Bailey

Viasat to launch in-flight connectivity “quality metrics” framework beyond raw network speed

Viasat says inflight connectivity performance should be measured using quality metrics—not speed alone—as airline expectations evolve. The company is preparing to launch a satcom “in-flight quality metrics” approach intended to better describe user experience and service performance for onboard Wi‑Fi procurement and operations.

2026-05-06T01:35:19.736368-07:00
techfundingnews.comSofia Chesnokova

LiveEO lands €28M from b2venture, EIC, Helantic for satellite constellation

By techfundingnews.com: Berlin space tech LiveEO raises €28M from b2ventures, the EIC, and defense VC Helantic to expand its AI satellite platform into dual-use defense and launch its own constellation.

2026-05-06T02:29:46.887284-07:00
Space Intel ReportPeter B. de Selding

Telesat: Lightspeed constellation on track, user terminals & gateways included; $1.7B debt maturity in December unresolved

By Space Intel Report: LA PLATA, Maryland — Satellite fleet operator Telesat said its declining GEO-satellite division has enough cash to manage the business in 2026 but not enough to refinance $1.7 billion in debt coming due starting in December.

2026-05-05T12:47:40.197143-07:00
Via SatelliteRachel Jewett

What Amazon's Globalstar Acquisition Means for MSS Spectrum and D2D Market: Analyst Roundtable

By Via Satellite: After months of rumors in the market that Globalstar was for sale, Amazon moved last month to acquire the company in a deal worth roughly $10.8 billion.

2026-05-05T13:50:19.569536-07:00