OQ Technology plans direct-to-smartphone demo with cellular spectrum

Published on June 8, 2026

Luxembourg’s OQ Technology plans to test direct-to-smartphone satellite connectivity next year in Germany using a local telco’s cellular spectrum, setting up a challenge to U.S.-led services in the emerging market.

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