Hughes and Gogo (NASDAQ: GOGO) announced on-time delivery and production start of Hughes HDX and FDX Aviation electronically steerable antenna (ESA) terminals for Gogo Galileo connectivity on October 13, 2025.
Key milestones include first FAA-approved STCs for the Gogo Galileo FDX on Boeing BBJ and Bombardier Challenger 600 series, shipments begun for FDX, 19 HDX STCs issued with 21 in development, and plans supporting connectivity for over 9,000 business jets.
EchoStar (NASDAQ: SATS) notified holders that its 3.875% Convertible Senior Secured Notes due 2030 are convertible at holders' option from October 1, 2025 through the close of business on December 31, 2025. The Notes convert into cash, shares, or a combination at the company's election.
The Notes became convertible because the company's common stock closed above 130% of the conversion price for at least 20 trading days during the 30-trading-day test period ending September 30, 2025. The conversion rate is 29.73507 shares per $1,000 principal, equal to a conversion price of approximately $33.63 per share. Conversion procedures are available via DTC or the conversion agent, BNY Mellon.
Hughes (Nasdaq: SATS) and Celona announced a strategic relationship on October 7, 2025 to offer a fully managed private 5G wireless network for enterprises and the public sector. The turnkey service pairs Celona's 5G LAN technology with Hughes' managed services to deliver site design, deployment, 24/7 monitoring, SIM-based security, QoS, and seamless indoor/outdoor mobility.
The solution targets Industry 4.0 use cases—robotics, video analytics, AGVs, connected workers—and supports on-premises or cloud-hosted deployments with device and application ecosystem support.
DISH Media (NASDAQ:SATS) on Oct. 6, 2025 released research with Janus Strategy showing advertisers miss millions by underusing addressable TV. The study finds 31.6 million adults (13% of U.S. adults) are reachable only via addressable TV and that deterministic addressable matching delivered 89% accuracy at 90 days, ~4x higher than typical IP-based streaming matches. Modeling shows reallocating 10% of campaign budgets to addressable TV (example: $500,000 of a $5M budget) produced average reach lifts of 38% among light TV viewers and 18% in-target, translating to a projected $102 million incremental revenue in the representative scenario. Full findings to be presented Oct. 9, 2025 at Advertising Week NY.
Sling TV (NASDAQ:SATS) has launched an innovative marketing campaign by signing 10 college football players to unique $4.99 NIL (Name, Image, and Likeness) deals, matching the price of their new Day Pass subscription. The campaign promotes Sling's recently introduced flexible subscription options including Day, Week, and Weekend Passes.
The "Stream Team" roster includes players from major programs like Alabama, Clemson, Georgia, and Oklahoma, selected for their on-field skills and ability to represent fans' interests. Each athlete receives a one-day NIL deal and a free year of Sling TV. Additionally, Sling is running a sweepstakes through September 26 where fans can win similar benefits, including their own $4.99 NIL deal and a year of Sling Orange service.
EchoStar Corporation (NASDAQ: SATS) has announced a strategic presentation at World Space Business Week in Paris on September 15, 2025, at 10:00 AM CEST. CEO Hamid Akhavan will lead the presentation titled "Pioneering What's Next: EchoStar's Vision and Strategy," focusing on the company's transformative journey and strategic pivot.
The presentation will address the company's efforts to resolve liquidity challenges, establish a stronger financial foundation, and explore new opportunities arising from recent transactions. The event will include a Q&A session and will be accessible via webcast on EchoStar's Investor Relations website, with a replay available the following day.
Boost Mobile (NASDAQ:SATS) announces availability of the latest Apple devices, including the iPhone 17 lineup and new Apple Watch series. The company is offering significant incentives, including up to $1,000 off new iPhones with no trade-in required and additional $180-$650 credits for eligible iPhone trade-ins through Apple stores.
Customers can pre-order the new devices starting September 12, 2025, with availability beginning September 19. Boost is introducing a new Store-to-Door activation service and offering one year of free wireless service for customers purchasing phones outright. The company's $65/month Infinite Access for iPhone plan provides $830 off new iPhones and annual upgrade eligibility.
EchoStar (NASDAQ: SATS) has terminated its constellation contract with MDA Space (TSX: MDA) due to a strategic shift following spectrum allocation discussions with the FCC. EchoStar has agreed to sell its AWS-4 and H-block spectrum licenses to SpaceX.
MDA Space emphasizes that the termination is unrelated to their performance and confirms they will receive compensation for all termination costs and fees. The company maintains its $4.6 billion backlog (excluding the EchoStar contract) and reiterates its fiscal 2025 financial outlook. MDA Space continues to pursue opportunities in digital satellite constellations for broadband data and direct-to-device communication satellites.
EchoStar (NASDAQ:SATS) has announced a significant deal with SpaceX, agreeing to sell its AWS-4 and H-block spectrum licenses for $17 billion. The transaction includes up to $8.5 billion in cash and $8.5 billion in SpaceX stock. Additionally, SpaceX will fund approximately $2 billion in cash interest payments on EchoStar's debt through November 2027.
The deal includes a long-term commercial agreement enabling EchoStar's Boost Mobile subscribers to access SpaceX's next-generation Starlink Direct-to-Cell service. SpaceX will utilize the acquired spectrum to develop and deploy an enhanced Starlink Direct-To-Cell constellation, aiming to eliminate mobile dead zones globally.
The transaction proceeds will be used for debt retirement and funding EchoStar's operations and growth initiatives. Current operations of DISH TV, Sling, and Hughes will remain unaffected. The deal's closing is subject to regulatory approvals and other conditions.
EchoStar Corporation (NASDAQ:SATS) has announced a significant deal with SpaceX, agreeing to sell its AWS-4 and H-block spectrum licenses for approximately $17 billion. The transaction includes up to $8.5 billion in cash and up to $8.5 billion in SpaceX stock. Additionally, SpaceX will fund about $2 billion in cash interest payments on EchoStar's debt through November 2027.
The deal includes a long-term commercial agreement enabling EchoStar's Boost Mobile subscribers to access SpaceX's next-generation Starlink Direct-to-Cell service. SpaceX plans to use the spectrum to develop and deploy an enhanced Starlink Direct-To-Cell constellation, aiming to eliminate mobile dead zones globally.
The transaction proceeds will be used for debt retirement and funding EchoStar's operations and growth initiatives, with no impact on current DISH TV, Sling, and Hughes operations.