As U.S.-based fiber network provider Everstream prepares for a sale led by Goldman Sachs (NYSE:GS), fiber deals are growing, with opportunity for ever greater consolidation across the world and continued interest from infrastructure funds.

U.S. operators’ results show that fiber buildouts continue under margin pressure.

With the technology sector in good health...

As Satellite Vu prepares to raise series A funding, its CEO looks back at the role played in its development by the AWS Space Accelerator and Seraphim Space Camp.

Space incubators and accelerators...

The rate of technological change in connectivity including software-defined satellite is picking up, suggesting that adaptation points to revenue growth over the long term.

The reduced costs of launch represent a key factor in the trend of increasing technology as reusable launch vehicles…

Satellite operators are sharpening their approach to disaster connectivity as analysis shows that preparation for these events carries a higher return on investment than response.

As the impact of climate change continues to increase, investors see opportunity as the trend of sustainable finance…

As governments increase space investment, they also are investing in space regulation.

The FAA is stepping up staffing and capabilities as it works through several disputes.

The settling of the aviation industry trade dispute between the US and EU...

Big tech companies face government scrutiny worldwide, including at home.

In the US, all levels of government are geared to challenge the platforms.

Meanwhile, governments are spending money to increase broadband availability and adoption...

Satcom mobility is returning as freight and passenger numbers rise, with infrastructure funds and cruise guests investing in a future recovery.

Connectivity demands from crew and passengers will drive demand, as smart manufacturing also delivers use cases.

In the passenger sector...

NEW YORK (July 19, 2021) – Royal Media (Royal), a leading specialized information company, is pleased to announce that it has acquired Connectivity Business and its associated assets including the Connectivity Business Investment Forum.

Royal plans to build on the current Connectivity Business service and event to provide even better coverage and information services and products to the market.

The outlook for satellite is upbeat for the near-term with some segments of the industry on pace to set records for investment in 2021.

Certain divisions of the industry – space infrastructure, LEO connectivity and data – are generating…

The streaming industry’s market leaders charge full price as others rely on discounts and bundling, but not all mark-downs are clearly shown in company accounts.

Broadband providers may choose to subsidize their subscribers’ streaming. Advertising will also deliver revenue...

The trajectory of SPAC financing in satellite is a question mark as a vast amount of dry powder may spark deal-making against the backdrop of two recent sector mergers.

Some observers see satellite as poised for SPAC transactions once again as the industry moves towards the…

The pace of lunar missions is increasing, with government funding of private enterprise accelerating space exploration schedules.

Contracts are being awarded to consortia, with each private company bringing its skills to the project.

Technological challenges may delay missions, particularly those involving human crew...

With a projected USD8bn in investments in subsea cables over the next three years, the cable-laying industry will face capacity constraints.

While some are building data centers at landing points, other cables run inland to urban interconnection hubs.

Big tech companies, already owners or part owners of many cables...

An upbeat outlook for satellite manufacturing is gradually coming together as bigger quantities of birds, smaller systems and military uses give the sector a post-pandemic revitalization.

However, anxiety is shadowing satellite manufacturing amid a growing shortage of…