SpaceX reportedly discusses buying Boost Mobile for its mobile network plans
Reports indicate SpaceX has discussed acquiring Boost Mobile from EchoStar to expand its Starlink service in the United States.
Potential acquisition talks with EchoStar
SpaceX executives spoke with Charlie Ergen last month regarding a possible purchase of the mobile virtual network operator. The Washington Post states that Elon Musk and Ergen discussed the agreement directly in October. SpaceX aims to use this deal to launch its own service through Boost Mobile's existing infrastructure.
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Network access and spectrum details
Boost Mobile currently relies on T-Mobile and AT&T networks, requiring permission from those carriers for any new service. SpaceX recently purchased low-band spectrum licenses to help signals penetrate buildings inside urban areas. The company also acquired wireless spectrum from EchoStar last year to support its cellular efforts.
2 outlets, different leads
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The Verge
SpaceX’s big mobile carrier plans could reportedly involve buying Boost Mobile
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TechCrunch
SpaceX reportedly wants to buy Boost Mobile to compete with AT&T, T-Mobile, and Verizon
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