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EchoStar

US
commercialFounded 1980
www.echostar.com/
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EchoStar is forming a new entity called EchoStar Capital, focused on capital management and mergers and acquisitions.

Mentioned as: EchoStarNarrative GeneralNov 6, 2025Latest News

EchoStar contracted SpaceX to launch the EchoStar XXVI satellite in 2028.

Mentioned as: EchoStarOrg RelationshipNov 6, 2025Earlier today, EchoStar released their quarterly results, during which they said thay they've contracted SpaceX to launch their upcoming EchoStar XXVI satellite in 2028! EchoStar XXVI is a Direct Broadcasting Satellite (DBS) that will be used by DISH TV for services over the US.

SpaceX is buying unpaired AWS-3 wireless spectrum from EchoStar for $2.6 billion in SpaceX stock.

Mentioned as: EchoStarNarrative FinancialNov 6, 2025Latest News

EchoStar's unpaired AWS-3 licenses are nationwide and part of 3GPP Band 70n (1695-1710 MHz uplink).

Mentioned as: EchoStarOrg RelationshipNov 6, 2025Latest News

EchoStar Chairman Charlie Ergen described the AWS-3 spectrum as 'orphan' spectrum more valuable in SpaceX's hands.

Mentioned as: EchoStarNarrative GeneralNov 6, 2025Latest News

Charlie Ergen will serve as president and CEO of EchoStar, overseeing the Pay-TV and Wireless business units.

Mentioned as: EchoStarTechnical ProductNov 6, 2025Latest News

Frequency Forward has filed a petition with the FCC to deny SpaceX's purchase of EchoStar spectrum licenses.

Mentioned as: EchoStarNarrative GeneralOct 31, 2025Latest News

SpaceX's deal to buy EchoStar spectrum licenses is valued at $17 billion and aims to bolster its direct-to-cell services.

Mentioned as: EchoStarOrg RelationshipOct 31, 2025Latest News

Murad highlighted two massive spectrum deals from this year: a $23 billion deal between EchoStar and AT&T, and a $17 billion deal with SpaceX.

Mentioned as: EchoStarNarrative FinancialOct 30, 2025Spectrum at a Crossroads. GEO, MEO, LEO, HAPS and Drones all need access

The Melbourne facility will become a cornerstone of aviation innovation and rapid product development for Hughes and EchoStar.

Mentioned as: EchoStarTechnical ProductOct 23, 2025Latest News

EchoStar is investing in a robust future and is proud to add Anderson Connectivity to enhance its foundation in the aviation and defense sectors.

Mentioned as: EchoStarTechnical ProductOct 22, 2025Hughes expands with the strategic acquisition of Anderson Connectivity

SpaceX filed with the FCC to launch 15,000 new satellites for its direct-to-device service using mobile satellite service spectrum purchased from EchoStar.

Mentioned as: EchoStarOrg RelationshipOct 20, 2025Latest News

Hughes Network Systems, LLC is an EchoStar company listed on Nasdaq under the symbol SATS.

Mentioned as: EchoStarNarrative GeneralOct 13, 2025Hughes + Gogo celebrate key FDX + HDX Aviation ESA milestones

Skylo partners with satellite operators including Viasat, Terrestar Solutions, Ligado Networks, and EchoStar for spectrum and capacity.

Mentioned as: EchoStarNarrative GeneralOct 12, 2025Semtech launches industry’s 1st single vendor Device-to-Cloud cellular + satIoT solution with Skylo

SpaceX recently purchased EchoStar’s S-band and MSS spectrum licenses, intensifying competition in the direct-to-device market.

Mentioned as: EchoStarOrg RelationshipOct 8, 2025Latest News

EchoStar started selling certain assets after the US Federal Communications Commission raised concerns over its compliance with spectrum buildout rules.

Mentioned as: EchoStarOrg RelationshipOct 7, 2025EchoStar selling off more spectrum?

If the deal between Verizon and EchoStar transpires, it could be broadly neutral for Verizon and a small positive for AT&T and T-Mobile US.

Mentioned as: EchoStarNarrative GeneralOct 7, 2025EchoStar selling off more spectrum?

EchoStar's spectrum sale proceeds are expected to further strengthen its balance sheet and support growth across wireless, satellite, and tech.

Mentioned as: EchoStarNarrative GeneralOct 7, 2025EchoStar selling off more spectrum?

Acquiring spectrum from EchoStar now could allow Verizon to reduce its overall costs by avoiding some of the uncertainty of the bidding process.

Mentioned as: EchoStarNarrative GeneralOct 7, 2025EchoStar selling off more spectrum?

Verizon Communications is negotiating to buy wireless spectrum from EchoStar.

Mentioned as: EchoStarOrg RelationshipOct 7, 2025EchoStar selling off more spectrum?
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