The State of Satellite Broadband
Part of the State of Broadband 2025 report series
Exploring the innovations and policies shaping connectivity from space
The story of space-based broadband technologies is an exciting one, combining major technological innovations with exponential growth and entrepreneurial spirit.
The second report in the Broadband Commission’s State of Broadband 2025 series highlights this rapid expansion of satellite broadband, the rise of non-terrestrial networks (NTNs), and the growing number of countries engaging in space activities.
Space-based communications are increasingly working in combination with mobile technologies to connect remote, rural, and underserved areas. From Direct-to-Cell services to quantum sensing, new solutions are helping to expand access, drive innovation, and support the Sustainable Development Goals.
This growth brings opportunities, but also risks. As the space economy continues to scale, regulatory and policy frameworks must evolve to keep pace and ensure equitable access to space for all.
