In SatMagazine’s latest article, "The Space Operator's Guide to U.S. Spectrum Policy and the Direct-to-Device (D2D) Deal Market," author attorneys Curt Blake and Sophia Galleher examine how spectrum access has shifted from a technical and regulatory consideration to a core strategic asset in the satellite-enabled D2D market. The article provides background on the Federal Communications Commission’s (FCC's) spectrum-management framework, including allocation, licensing, secondary-market transactions, and waivers, and explains how the Mobile Satellite Service (MSS) model and the newer Supplemental Coverage from Space (SCS) framework now operate as two distinct paths for satellite-to-mobile connectivity.

Additionally, the article highlights recent deal activity and strategic takeaways for stakeholders navigating the D2D market and broader space economy. As the regulatory landscape evolves, secondary-market transactions tied to spectrum assets will continue to drive deal activity.

Read the full article here.