SpaceX Buys Spectrum for Mobile Service

Durham News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jun 27, 2026 · 1m

SpaceX just dropped nearly $20 billion on wireless spectrum licenses—yes, for cell phones, not rockets—and it’s a massive clue they’re building their own U.S. mobile network. After tweaking the deal to add another $2.6 billion, the FCC approved it, signaling this isn’t a side bet but a full-on play. Starlink’s CEO hinted they’re eyeing a direct-to-consumer mobile service, letting them pocket the full subscription price instead of sharing revenue with carriers. With over 10 million loyal Starlink internet subscribers and a massive U.S. mobile market worth tens of billions, SpaceX is…