The legal dispute between Ligado and Inmarsat over D2C spectrum has been resolved, enabling AST SpaceMobile to acquire 45 MHz of spectrum from Ligado. This acquisition is crucial as AST, despite having only five satellites, has strategic partnerships with AT&T and Verizon. Ligado's bankruptcy followed the US Department of Defense's refusal to approve expansion plans related to land-based 5G, citing potential GPS interference. The settlement includes $550 million in payments, supporting AST's funding for the spectrum deal while the fate of Ligado's aging satellite remains unclear.
Ligado's bankruptcy, due to interference concerns with military GPS, led to a legal dispute with Inmarsat, ultimately allowing AST SpaceMobile to acquire valuable spectrum.
AST SpaceMobile, with only five satellites and partnerships with AT&T and Verizon, gained access to 45 MHz of spectrum from bankrupt Ligado, enhancing its D2C capabilities.
The settlement resulted in payments totaling $550 million to be distributed among Ligado and Inmarsat, with AST SpaceMobile funding the spectrum deal through a secured loan.
The future of Ligado's aging satellite SkyTerra 1, deemed a total loss but still operational, remains uncertain as AST's new deal progresses.
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