The approval marks a significant step in the evolution of low Earth orbit (LEO) communications. Source: https://news.satnews.com/2026/01/09/fcc-authorizes-deployment-of-second-generation-starlink-constellation/

Wireless Optical Communication (WOC) is quietly providing the high-capacity backbone required to bridge the global digital divide without the inherent limitations of space-based infrastructure. Source: https://news.satnews.com/2026/01/09/back-down-to-earth-how-invisible-highways-of-light-are-outclassing-orbital-satellite-connectivity-reader-forum/

there are clues that something is bubbling under. Source: https://news.satnews.com/2026/01/09/rivada-space-networks-time-for-an-announcement/

The expanded lineup follows the company's previous efforts to lower orbital access costs Source: https://news.satnews.com/2026/01/09/ksf-space-commercializes-additive-manufactured-pa11-cubesat-structures/