Connectivity Business

Connectivity Business, previously known as TelecomFinance, serves as a reliable resource for insights into intricate dealings within both private and public equity and debt markets, as well as mergers and acquisitions, regulatory updates, legal matters, and shifts in corporate strategy. For over 25 years, we have been delivering detailed reports and unique forward-looking insights to senior executives, advisors, and capital investors regarding the key financial challenges and trends affecting the industry. Our coverage encompasses a wide range of sectors, including telecommunications and satellite service providers, fiber networks, data centers, small cell and tower companies, technology and infrastructure equipment manufacturers, and investors in both public and private capital markets.

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A message from the publisher

Jan 3, 2025 | connectivitybusiness.com | JJ Hornblass

It is with a heavy heart that Royal Media announces that it has closed Connectivity Business News, effective immediately. We acquired Connectivity Business in 2021 with the goal of building an exceptional media venture our erstwhile editor, Madeline Durrett — we could not overcome certain industry dynamics that limited our ability to exercise the full extent of our business model. For Royal Media, this change allows us to focus on several core industries.
3 connectivity industry takeaways of 2024

Dec 30, 2024 | connectivitybusiness.com | Madeline Durrett

The past year has been eventful for the budding connectivity industry. Connectivity Business News in its Transactions Database tracked 111 investment and M&A transactions among companies in the terrestrial connectivity, satellite and space sectors, totaling nearly $65.7 billion.
Top launch milestones of 2024

Dec 27, 2024 | connectivitybusiness.com | Madeline Durrett

Orbital launches hit a record in 2024, with multiple launch providers upping their cadences and posting milestones. There have been 258 orbital launches worldwide in 2024 as of Dec. 4, up 17.8% from 219 in 2023.
Connectivity transactions exceed $62B in 2024

Dec 26, 2024 | connectivitybusiness.com | Madeline Durrett

Demand for data has sparked a flurry of mergers and acquisitions in the connectivity sector in 2024, with T-Mobile, Verizon and BAE Systems among the biggest spenders. Connectivity Business News in its Transactions Database tracked 111 investment and M&A transactions announced in 2024 with an aggregate value of $62.65 billion.
Podcast: Tracking orbital path key to satellite mission success

Dec 23, 2024 | connectivitybusiness.com | Madeline Durrett

As space becomes increasingly crowded and space missions become more ambitious, the ability to track an asset in orbit is critical.
Quantum could help secure IoT networks

Dec 19, 2024 | connectivitybusiness.com | Madeline Durrett

The emergence of IoT networks has spurred innovative applications such as smart cities, but the networks may not be secure. The number of connected IoT devices is projected to reach 18.8 billion by yearend and grow to 40 billion by 2030, according to a Sept. 3 report by market research firm IoT Analytics.
NASA optimistic despite Artemis delays, leadership changes

Dec 18, 2024 | connectivitybusiness.com | Madeline Durrett

NASA’s Artemis program faced a major setback this month but the agency remains optimistic about its future under new leadership. The Artemis II and Artemis III missions have been postponed, NASA said during a Dec. 5 news conference. Artemis II, which was expected to launch in September 2025, is now scheduled for no earlier than […] Members Login for Access to this Content Log in
Eutelsat, Amazon rev up LEO ambitions

Dec 17, 2024 | connectivitybusiness.com | Madeline Durrett

Demand for ubiquitous connectivity has sparked a shift from singular geostationary satellites to megaconstellations in low Earth and multiple orbits, and new players are looking to hold their own with SpaceX’s Starlink.
Sateliot, Pixxel raise $55.6M toward satellite expansion

Dec 17, 2024 | connectivitybusiness.com | Madeline Durrett

Sateliot and Pixxel are among the satellite companies securing new funding in December, with six rounds valued at $10 million or more, so far totaling $123 million related to constellation expansion or satellite support.
LEO operators top mid-month stock performers

Dec 16, 2024 | connectivitybusiness.com | Madeline Durrett

Low Earth orbit satellite operators including Telesat and Satellogic lead connectivity stock growth at December’s halfway point. Rising connectivity demand is driving an industry shift toward megaconstellations in low Earth orbit (LEO).