More radio spectrum for satellites, opening up new bands for the first time

The US communications regulator wants to open up more radio spectrum for satellite communications. This means satellite companies could use new frequencies to send and receive data, potentially increasing capacity and reducing congestion.

For decades, satellite communications have been limited to specific, often crowded, radio frequencies. This proposal begins the process of making entirely new bands available, which could allow for more satellites, faster data speeds, and new types of services. It could also lower the cost of satellite internet and other space-based applications by increasing the available bandwidth.