SpaceX in Talks to Buy Boost Mobile or Use Its Network, Washington Post Reports
The talks would expand Starlink Mobile into a hybrid satellite and wireless service, as SpaceX seeks a larger foothold in the $235 billion U.S. market.
- On Monday, The Washington Post reported that SpaceX is in negotiations to acquire EchoStar's Boost Mobile or secure access to its network, potentially granting the company entry into the U.S. wireless market.
- Elon Musk previously approached major wireless carriers AT&T, T-Mobile, and Verizon for network access, but all three rejected his request, prompting him to pursue an arrangement with EchoStar.
- Equity research firm MoffettNathanson estimates the U.S. wireless market is worth $235 billion, a sector where Boost Mobile and Gen Mobile reported 7.375 million subscribers as of June 30, 2026.
- EchoStar shares rose around 4% following the report, though potential hurdles remain as network leases likely require permission from AT&T and T-Mobile to transfer.
- SpaceX recently acquired a nationwide 800 MHz spectrum portfolio from Grain Management for around $8 billion to support Starlink Mobile, Musk's hybrid satellite-terrestrial network aimed at challenging wireless giants.
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SpaceX Reportedly in Talks to Acquire Boost Mobile After Major US Telecom Giants Reject Elon Musk
SpaceX is reportedly discussing a possible Boost Mobile acquisition or network partnership with EchoStar as it explores launching a full US mobile service, though the talks remain unconfirmed.
SpaceX reportedly in talks to buy EchoStar’s Boost Mobile
SpaceX is in talks to buy Boost Mobile or secure access to its network, as Elon Musk looks to turn Starlink into a direct competitor to the major US mobile carriers, The Washington Post reported on Monday, citing people familiar with the discussions. The potential deal would give SpaceX a way to sell its own […] This story continues at The Next Web
SpaceX businessman Ilona Maska is in the process of negotiating the purchase of a mobile operator, Boost Mobile, or access to his network, in order to access...
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