by Adir Hadad

In today’s fast-moving media environment, where audiences expect instant, personalized content across platforms, satellite broadcasting may seem like the more traditional route. But while the tools and delivery formats have evolved, satellite hasn’t lost its place. It has simply shifted roles.

The Mobile Satellite Services Association (MSSA) today announced the release of its white paper, Spectrum Management Considerations for D2D Services, providing a resource for Mobile Network Operators (MNOs) seeking to expand coverage to effectively address underserved and unserved areas, particularly where terrestrial infrastructure deployment is economically unviable. The white paper highlights the advantages of Mobile Satellite Service (MSS) spectrum and how it can be used to efficiently deliver Direct-to-Device (D2D) satellite services and address coverage gaps for MNOs.

A new study from global tech strategists Juniper Research has found that operators will generate US$ 30 billion from cellular Internet of Things (IoT) connectivity globally in 2030.

Global streaming intelligence company NPAW has released its 1st Half 2025 report on the state of the streaming video industry, which includes some interesting trends.  Ferran G. Vilaro, CEO & Co-Founder of NPAW said: "The first half of 2025 displayed some remarkable improvements in quality KPIs across the globe. With LATAM, the Middle East and North America showing the greatest gains, most regions have seen an upward shift in Buffer Ratio quality, Avg. Bitrate and Join Times. These are clear indicators of ongoing investment in infrastructure by OTTs, telco providers and broadcasters alike."

New global data from Caretta Research highlights a stark reality for the broadcasting industry: broadcast and pay TV are expected to lose US$42 Billion in revenue, while streaming is expected to grow by US$ 93 Billion (41%) by the end of the decade. At the same time, traditional TV household penetration is in decline, and broadband penetration is increasing, signaling an urgent need for broadcasters to accelerate their streaming strategies.

Space Foundation, a nonprofit organization founded in 1983 to advance the global space community, released The Space Report 2025 Q2, revealing the global space economy reached an unprecedented US$613 billion in 2024 — reflecting strong 7.8% year-over-year growth. The milestone underscores the vital role space plays in driving economic growth, ensuring national security, and enhancing public safety.

The 18th edition of Novaspace’s  Earth Observation Satellite Systems report, finds 5,770 EO satellites set to launch by 2034 as national defense priorities shape space strategy. As geopolitical instability drives interest in sovereign EO assets, defense and civil satellites are positioned to overtake commercial deployments . 

Juniper Research, identifies the three ‘Major Movers’ for roaming in 2025; ranked by their anticipated increase in market performance over the next 12 months in the launch of the Roaming Tech Horizon report. 

Parks Associates recently surveyed more than 100 executives across the connected home and consumer IoT landscape to better understand their view of the market, changes in their business strategies, key metrics for success, and top challenges facing the market. The research, found in The Business of Consumer IoT: Product Strategy in a Maturing Market, reveals consumer IoT products are priced 21-70% higher than similar non-connected products, with an average price differential of 44%.

Novaspace, the leading space consulting and market intelligence firm, has released the 13^th edition of its Prospects for Maritime Satellite Communications report, assessing the key trends and developments impacting this rapidly growing market.