Musk eyes challenge to US carriers
The gist
SpaceX is in talks to buy EchoStar's Boost Mobile or use its network, per a Washington Post report.
A deal would put Starlink Mobile up against Verizon, AT&T and T-Mobile.
How it unfolded
- Oct 31, 2026Fox News reports SpaceX is pursuing access to at least 80,000 cell sites across the US to turn Starlink into a major wireless carrier.
- Nov 2, 2026The Washington Post reports SpaceX is in talks to buy EchoStar's Boost Mobile or gain access to its network, citing people familiar with the negotiations.
- Nov 2, 2026EchoStar shares rose about 3.4% in premarket trading while T-Mobile slipped 2%; AT&T and Verizon also edged lower. SpaceX and EchoStar did not immediately respond to Reuters' requests for comment.