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Consolidation poised to step up in satellite as vertical integration hastens trend

7 July, 2021

Consolidation is set to pick up in satellite as players in the sector move towards strategies that include vertical integration to expand their market share.

Certain segments are likely to be active in M&A, including integrated GEO satellite connectivity, manufacturing and…

As 5G networks evolve, operators build test beds and new relationships

7 July, 2021

With 90 new 5G services in 2020 alone, the sector is dynamic.

While most are deploying non-standalone, where the 5G network uses 4G infrastructure, some are advancing to 5G standalone, allowing them to use cloud technologies within their networks.

Equipment vendors and handset makers...

Satcom awareness among mobile operators rises as investments progress

6 July, 2021

Satcom awareness among MNOs is rising as many face the need to deliver 100% 5G coverage as a condition of their national licenses.

Launches continue at a sustained cadence as plans for the world’s largest rocket progress with implications for satcom.

The investment needed to bring constellations to cash flow positive...

GPS in Senate focus as SPAC investment arrives in sector with family offices seeking deals

1 July, 2021

US Congressional legislation is targeting Ligado’s potential harm to GPS, which the company says is not necessary.

As a SPAC acquires a next generation GPS company, doubts about SPACs are increasing.

Family offices and other high net worth investors are hunting for arbitrage opportunities in SPACs...

Investments flood into electric and autonomous vehicles as sector develops

30 June, 2021

Interest from SPACs and private equity underline enthusiasm for the electric vehicle (EV) and autonomous vehicle (AV) ecosystems, as a Chinese ride-sharing platform reaches for an 11-figure valuation.

Several big tech companies have backed the space, but their commitment to it is unclear, as a US automaker announces its own 11-figure investment.

Truck investments are attracting special attention...

Consolidation poised to step up in satellite as vertical integration hastens trend

As 5G networks evolve, operators build test beds and new relationships

Satcom awareness among mobile operators rises as investments progress

GPS in Senate focus as SPAC investment arrives in sector with family offices seeking deals

Investments flood into electric and autonomous vehicles as sector develops

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