Amazon to acquire Globalstar for $11.57 billion in attempt to challenge Starlink; Apple owns approximately 20% of Globalstar

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Apr 14, 2026, 8:59 am174 ptsTrending
Amazon.com announced on Tuesday it has agreed to acquire satellite communications company Globalstar in an $11.57 billion deal, significantly strengthening its satellite ambitions as it seeks to compete with Elon Musk’s dominant Starlink service. The acquisition will give Amazon immediate access to…

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Amazon to acquire Globalstar for $11.57 billion in attempt to challenge Starlink; Apple owns approximately 20% of Globalstar

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