MWC

Telesat Lightspeed: How LEO satellites are reshaping telecom networks

11 May 2026
1 minute
At MWC 2026, Capacity’s Saf Malik speaks with Telesat’s Glenn Katz about how the company’s LEO network, Telesat Lightspeed, is helping telcos deliver low-latency connectivity and expand service reach.

During MWC Barcelona 2026, Capacity’s Saf Malik speaks with Glenn Katz, Chief Commercial Officer at Telesat, about how the company’s next-generation LEO network, Telesat Lightspeed, is helping telecom operators extend low-latency connectivity beyond the reach of traditional terrestrial infrastructure.

Katz explains how LEO satellite technology is evolving from a niche solution into a strategic tool for telcos, enabling them to connect underserved areas, support cloud-driven networks and deliver resilient, high-capacity services worldwide.

To explore these insights further and see how LEO is shaping telecom’s future, download Telesat’s latest Whitepaper.

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