Musk’s SpaceX and T-Mobile plan to connect mobile phones to satellites, boost cell coverage

U.S wireless carrier T-Mobile US Inc (TMUS.O) will use Elon Musk-owned SpaceX’s Starlink satellites to provide mobile users with network access in parts of the United States, the companies announced on Thursday, outlining plans to connect users’ mobile phones directly to satellites in orbit.
Musk says may need $30 bln to keep Starlink in orbit

Billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk said on Tuesday that his Starlink satellite internet venture was growing quickly as he forecast total investment costs in the business at between $20 billion and $30 billion.
Eutelsat makes a significant investment in OneWeb

Eutelsat has made a significant investment in London-based OneWeb, which is constructing a satellite constellation to produce wireless networks. OneWeb is a worldwide communication system of 650 Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellites. OneWeb, based in London, delivers greater, low-latency connectivity to governments, businesses, and communities worldwide. The Paris-based firm is investing $550 million (£400 million) […]