Spacex Seeks 80,000 U.S. Cell Sites for Wireless Launch

WHO:

Techmeme - SpaceX is in talks with at least one major cellular infrastructure company.

Techmeme - The report is attributed to Kelcee Griffis of Bloomberg.

WHAT:

Techmeme - SpaceX aims to secure a minimum of 80,000 cell sites for a wireless network.

Techmeme - SpaceX is considering launching a wireless carrier.

Seeking Alpha - The article headline reports that SpaceX is targeting 80,000 cell sites for a wireless network.

WHERE:

Techmeme - The cell sites SpaceX seeks are across the United States.

WHY:

Techmeme - The discussions about securing cell sites are connected to SpaceX’s plan to launch a wireless carrier.

(UPDATED October 23, 2026 10:09 UTC)

SpaceX is considering launching a wireless carrier and is seeking access to at least 80,000 cell sites across the United States. The company is in talks with at least one major cellular infrastructure provider as it works toward securing those sites. The discussions are tied to SpaceX’s plan to enter the wireless market, though no launch details are provided. The reported target is 80,000 sites, giving the effort a nationwide scope. SpaceX’s talks with an infrastructure company suggest it is exploring how to build or support the network needed for a carrier. The report was attributed to Bloomberg reporter Kelcee Griffis. At this stage, the information describes talks and a target, rather than a completed agreement or an announced launch.