FCC Approval Expands Amazon Constellation to 7,700 Satellites
The Federal Communications Commission has approved Amazon’s request to deploy 4,500 additional low Earth orbit satellites, expanding the company’s planned constellation to roughly 7,700 satellites. This move is seen as a significant step in Amazon’s efforts to compete with Elon Musk’s SpaceX in the satellite market. According to CNBC, the FCC’s approval brings Amazon closer to achieving its goal of providing global satellite coverage. This development was first reported by CNBC.