IT之家 · ITHome
SpaceX reportedly in talks to buy Boost Mobile or secure network access
The Washington Post reports that SpaceX is discussing buying EchoStar’s Boost Mobile or securing network access to introduce its own wireless brand. The proposed deal would support a network combining satellites and terrestrial infrastructure. Existing network leases cannot be transferred without permission, and the new service would require approval from AT&T and T-Mobile.
What to know
- 01
Boost Mobile operates using networks leased from AT&T and T-Mobile, whose consent is needed for the proposed service.
- 02
EchoStar had 7.38 million wireless subscribers at the end of the second quarter, mainly across Boost Mobile and Gen Mobile.
Why it matters
The reported talks relate to SpaceX’s plans to use Starlink Mobile for a hybrid satellite–terrestrial network competing with established US wireless carriers.
AI-assisted brief. Read the source for full details. Editorial & sourcing policy
