SpaceX urges FCC to examine Iridium conduct in review of Rocket Lab deal
By Flavia Fortes ( August 28, 2026, 15:18 GMT | Insight) -- SpaceX has urged the US Federal Communications Commission to examine Iridium’s conduct toward rival satellite operators as the agency reviews license transfers associated with the company’s proposed transaction with Rocket Lab, but made clear that it doesn’t oppose the deal.SpaceX has urged the US Federal Communications Commission to examine Iridium’s conduct toward rival satellite operators as the agency reviews license transfers associated with the company’s proposed transaction with Rocket Lab, but made clear that it doesn’t oppose the deal....
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