美国电信：三人结伴——为Starlink寻找替代者

AT&T, Verizon, and T-Mobile formally launched their D2D JV, appointing wireless industry veteran Paul Roth interim CEO. The move advances an initiative designed to extend terrestrial coverage with satellites, reducing dead zones. The JV is less about providing satellite service itself and more about creating a common industry framework for D2D. Rather than forcing satellite operators, handset and equipment OEMs to support multiple standards, the JV aims to establish common technical specifications, coordinate spectrum for satellite connectivity, and create a unified platform for satellite providers to integrate with the terrestrial infrastructure. The strategic rationale extends beyond eliminating dead zones. A key objective is to foster a competitive wholesale satellite market rather than allow a single provider to become the industry's gatekeeper. By aligning around common standards and spectrum requirements, the carriers hope to foster a competitive environment and limit the negotia