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LEO Satellite Subscriptions to Surpass 15 Million by 2026

1/29/2026

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Global LEO satellite connectivity is expanding as Direct-to-Device technology advances, with subscriptions exceeding 15 million by 2026.
The satellite fleet should reach 15,000 to 18,000 by the end of 2026.
Spending on D2D satellite capacity is projected at $6 billion to $8 billion.
Regulatory frequency allocations may slow deployment in the U.S. and Europe.
An enterprise market is expected to grow alongside consumer services.

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Story summary

Global LEO satellite connectivity is expanding as Direct-to-Device technology advances, with subscriptions exceeding 15 million by 2026.
The satellite fleet should reach 15,000 to 18,000 by the end of 2026.
Spending on D2D satellite capacity is projected at $6 billion to $8 billion.
Regulatory frequency allocations may slow deployment in the U.S. and Europe.
An enterprise market is expected to grow alongside consumer services.