Business · 5 August 2026

SpaceX plans to build its own mobile network to compete with US carriers

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SpaceX aims to take many customers from T-Mobile, AT&T, and Verizon with a new terrestrial mobile network. The company plans to build ground-based base stations, potentially on Starlink dishes, using spectrum bought from EchoStar. Starlink Mobile will offer better connectivity than current cellular providers, according to CEO Elon Musk.

By BriefTea Editorial · 5 August 2026 at 10:28

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