European satellite operator OQ Technology and Telefónica Germany say they are preparing to conduct what they describe as the first live demonstration by a European satellite company of two-way direct-to-device (D2D) satellite communications using terrestrial mobile spectrum and standard consumer smartphones.
Communications
OQ Technology and Telefónica Germany to trial direct-to-device satellite connectivity using mobile spectrum

European satellite operator OQ Technology and Telefónica Germany say they are preparing to conduct what they describe as the first live demonstration by a European satellite company of two-way direct-to-device (D2D) satellite communications using terrestrial mobile spectrum and standard consumer…

As investment in LEO constellations accelerates, satellite-based IoT is increasingly being positioned as a way to extend connectivity into remote, maritime, and infrastructure-heavy environments,
Communications
LEO satellite race takes centre stage in IoT Insider webinar

IoT Insider can confirm the speakers for its upcoming webinar examining how Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite networks are reshaping the Internet of Things (IoT), as the sector moves closer to large-scale commercial deployment. The event, Connecting the IoT via…

Luxembourg-based satellite operator OQ Technology has signed a strategic partnership with Dutch telecoms provider KPN to extend 5G connectivity for internet-of-things devices beyond terrestrial networks.
Communications
OQ Technology and KPN strike roaming deal to extend 5G satellite coverage

Luxembourg-based satellite operator OQ Technology has signed a strategic partnership with Dutch telecoms provider KPN to extend 5G connectivity for internet-of-things devices beyond terrestrial networks. The agreement allows KPN customers to roam onto OQ’s constellation of Low-Earth orbit (LEO) satellites,…