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Iridium signs service provider agreement to enable satellite technology in smartphones
Iridium Communications Inc.
- Iridium entered a service provider agreement for its smartphone technology; builds on prior development deal.
- Agreements provide for development fees, royalties, and network usage fees to Iridium.
- Arrangements include substantial recoupment payments if either party commercializes similar capability elsewhere.
- Agreement includes termination provisions and change-of-control protections for Iridium.
- Technology development and partnership are contingent on successful development of the technology.