Lynk
Lynk is a space technology company that has developed a patented, commercially licensed direct-to-device (D2D) satellite connectivity system. The technology enables ubiquitous mobile coverage by connecting standard, unmodified mobile phones to satellites in low Earth orbit, eliminating the need for specialized hardware. Lynk partners with mobile network operators (MNOs) worldwide to extend coverage to areas without…
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Lynk is a space technology company that has developed a patented, commercially licensed direct-to-device (D2D) satellite connectivity system. The technology enables ubiquitous mobile coverage by connecting standard, unmodified mobile phones to satellites in low Earth orbit, eliminating the need for specialized hardware. Lynk partners with mobile network operators (MNOs) worldwide to extend coverage to areas without terrestrial cell towers, providing SMS and eventually voice and data services. The company has successfully conducted field tests with telecom operators including PLDT-Smart in the Philippines, OPT-NC in New Caledonia, and has received FCC approval for 900 MHz satellite-enabled D2D enterprise communications with Anterix. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, Lynk has raised approximately $95 million in Series B funding. Investors include VIPC, SES Satellites, Intelsat, Revolution, RRE Ventures, One Way Ventures, and Unshackled Ventures. With a team of approximately 85 employees, Lynk is a pioneer in the direct-to-mobile satellite communications market.
Business model
Space Tech > Space Services > Communication > BroadBand > Direct to Mobile
Team background
College Wise > Cornell University
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