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Qualcomm signs a multiyear SpaceX deal to supply Dragonwing hardware and network software for "tens of thousands of cell sites" for a US-wide network in 2027 (Bloomberg)

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In short

The multiyear agreement obligates Qualcomm to supply specialized technology directly to SpaceX for an upcoming domestic network. These infrastructure deployments will encompass tens of thousands of cell sites across the United States. Operations for the nationwide connectivity footprint are scheduled to launch by 2027.

Key points

  • Qualcomm will serve as a foundational technology supplier for the planned SpaceX infrastr…: Qualcomm will serve as a foundational technology supplier for the planned SpaceX infrastructure footprint.
  • A nationwide connectivity network is scheduled to become operational in the United States…: A nationwide connectivity network is scheduled to become operational in the United States by 2027.
  • Ground infrastructure for the joint network initiative will span tens of thousands of loc…: Ground infrastructure for the joint network initiative will span tens of thousands of locations.

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