A Delaware bankruptcy court on June 23rd approved the long-term acquisition by AST SpaceMobile (AST) of Ligado’s L-band spectrum over North America. The judge, Thomas Horan, was brief in saying: “I am going to grant the motion today. The motion is granted”. The motion in question was that AST would pay $568 million (€490m) to […]
California-based Viasat, which also owns London-based Inmarsat, says it was one of the victims in the “Salt Typhoon” hack against telecommunications providers. ‘Salt Typhoon’ is believed to be China-backed although China firmly denies involvement. “Viasat and its independent third-party cybersecurity partner investigated a report of unauthorized access through a compromised device. Upon completing a thorough […]
Ahead of NATPE Budapest, Sphere Abacus (SA) has confirmed package deals across a diverse range of scripted and unscripted titles. In the first of the deals brokered by SA Sales Director Ros Ali, TVP Poland has acquired the compelling and exclusive-access documentary Implosion: The Titanic Sub Disaster, produced by Renegade Stories and Galafilm Productions, high-end […]
Viasat, a specialist in satellite communications, has announced Satélite Norte has become the first operator to trial its new Digital Bus solution allowing the major transport operator to provide high-quality passenger experiences using satellite and cellular connectivity. Following a successful test phase the solution is now being used by Satélite Norte vehicles between Goiânia, state […]
UK-based distributor Sphere Abacus (SA) has announced sales of 200 hours of its diverse programming to platforms and broadcasters across multiple CEE territories. In a line-up of deals brokered by SA Sales Director Ros Ali, DOX TV has acquired a raft of programmes for its platform across Croatia, Slovenia, Serbia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro, Macedonia […]
Satellite communications specialist Viasat has confirmed that business aviation customers using its inflight connectivity solution on super-midsized private jets are now benefitting from expanded coverage into the Middle East and South America. The service enhancement is available to current and future customers using Viasat’s Global Aero Terminal (GAT) 5510, which already provides high-performance connectivity with […]
Viasat has tested sending signals from one of its satellites direct to BMW cars amongst other members of the 5G Automotive Association in Paris. The tests were designed to showcase emergency messaging and hazard warnings. The tests took place in Paris and also featured the first on-the-road, live-traffic demonstration of 5G-V2X Direct technology capabilities for […]
Satellite communications specialist Viasat is reporting that JetXP, its next-generation business aviation connectivity service, has been selected by more than 400 customers since becoming commercially available at the end of 2024. JetXP builds on Viasat’s market reputation for delivering consistent, reliable and seamless global connectivity, complemented by the white-glove customer service and 24/7 support of […]
Middle East airline Etihad has showcased is new passenger layout on its Airbus A321LR fleet, enthusiastically described by the airline as being “beautiful” and noting that Viasat will provide “superfast, streaming Wi-Fi” and live television throughout the cabin on these new aircraft, so passengers can stay entertained and productive during their flights. Abu Dhabi-based Etihad […]
Satellite communications specialist Viasat has successfully performed what it say is the first successful direct-to-handset (D2H) communication test using direct-to-device (D2D) technology in L-band in Brazil. The demonstration showcased two smartphones connecting directly via satellite using 3GPP NTN standards without the involvement of other terrestrial infrastructure. According to Viasat, his signifies the start of a […]