TowerCos have a chance to become national security partners — and get paid for it. Explore how Defence-as-a-Service (DaaS) could create predictable, government-backed revenues by using towers as spectrum monitors, drone detectors, and resilience hubs.

VLEO satellites sit closer to users than classic LEO, delivering better link budgets and lower latency — perfect for direct-to-device and resilient backhaul. But atmospheric drag, atomic oxygen, and duty-cycle propulsion make VLEO a different business. This brief explains the tech, risks, economics, and the 2025 regulatory context.

Using the Friis/FSPL framework, we compare GEO, LEO and VLEO to show why very-low altitudes unlock satellite-to-phone and efficient backhaul. We walk through dB-level examples, highlight real-world losses, and map the board-level trade-offs in power, antennas and spectrum.

In September 2025, SpaceX sought FCC approval for 15,000 VLEO satellites, leveraging its recently acquired EchoStar MSS/AWS-4 & H-block spectrum. This blog traces the deal details, the regulatory filing and timelines, and what MNOs must consider on roaming, device band support, and spectrum sharing.

Rather than a “winner takes all” fight between LEO and GEO, the future of resilient connectivity will look like a sky stack — HAPS for rapid deployment, VLEO for latency-sensitive services, MEO for trunking, and GEO for broadcast. This blog lays out the comparative metrics and the boardroom decisions you should be making now.

مقدمة: التهديد غير المرئي الذي لا يمكننا تجاهله في الساعات الأولى من يومٍ عاديٍّ من عام ٢٠٢٤، بدأت الطائرات فوق بحر البلطيق تُبلغ عن...

Quantum communications is not science fiction — it’s the next frontier of secure networking. Here’s what boards must know to avoid being blindsided.

Quantum key distribution is powerful — but not for everyone. Here’s the board-level view on when to invest and when to wait.

Quantum satellites will decide who controls tomorrow’s secure communications. Boards need to factor space sovereignty into risk planning.

Telecoms and infrastructure companies face unique challenges — from regulatory complexity to capital intensity and geopolitical risk. Boards cannot afford generic governance alone. This article explains why specialist non-executive directors (NEDs) bring essential value to telecoms and infrastructure boards, and how their sector knowledge strengthens resilience, investor confidence, and long-term strategy.

As companies expand internationally, boards face complex risks and opportunities that require cross-border expertise. This article explains how to appoint a non-executive director (NED) with global experience, what qualities to prioritise, and the governance challenges international boards must prepare for.

Interviewing non-executive director (NED) candidates requires a different approach from executive recruitment. Boards must uncover independence, strategic foresight, and governance fluency. This article sets out the ten essential questions every board should ask prospective NEDs — and explains what strong answers look like.

For growing businesses, appointing a full-time non-executive director (NED) may not be practical. Fractional and interim NEDs offer a flexible alternative — bringing governance, strategy and investor confidence without the long-term cost. This article explores why demand for part-time NEDs is rising, how they work in practice, and when boards should consider them.

M&A and investment decisions can define the future of a company. Boards need non-executive directors (NEDs) who bring experience in capital raising, private equity and corporate deals. This article sets out how to identify NED candidates with investment and M&A expertise, why they matter, and what boards should expect from them.

Board agendas are being reshaped by three forces: ESG, cybersecurity and AI. Non-executive directors (NEDs) must now demonstrate literacy in these areas to retain investor confidence and regulatory credibility. This article explores why these skills are essential, how boards assess them, and what future-ready NEDs look like.

Finding the right non-executive director (NED) is a critical step for any board. This article explains the main routes to sourcing NED candidates, from executive search firms to investor networks, and highlights the pros and cons of each approach.

Appointing a non-executive director (NED) requires investment, but the returns can be significant. This article explores the typical cost of hiring a NED, how remuneration varies across sectors and geographies, and why boards and investors see real value when the right NED is in place.

Choosing the right non-executive director (NED) has never been more critical. In 2026, boards face technology disruption, investor scrutiny, and geopolitical complexity. This article outlines how to approach the NED search strategically, what qualities to prioritise, the interview questions that reveal true value, and the red flags to avoid. A must-read for any board beginning its NED appointment process.

As technology disruption reshapes every sector, boards increasingly seek non-executive directors (NEDs) who bring digital fluency. A technology-savvy NED can bridge the gap between governance and innovation, offering critical oversight on cyber risks, AI adoption, and infrastructure resilience. This blog explores the qualities boards prioritise when appointing a digital NED and why such appointments have become boardroom essentials.

في السنوات الأخيرة، أبدت مكاتب العائلات اهتمامًا كبيرًا بالاستثمار في التكنولوجيا ثنائية الاستخدام، مما يعكس تحولًا ملحوظًا في...