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Globalstar Discussing TLPS/Wi-Fi Safeguards With FCC

Globalstar, while maintaining its proposed broadband terrestrial low-power service (TLPS) won't pose Wi-Fi interference problems, also is talking to the FCC about safeguard requirements for its proposed network operating system. "Think about the [operating system] as providing an extra measure…

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of protection to both licensed and unlicensed services that totally ensures that no detrimental impact can ever occur without being quickly eliminated," CEO Jay Monroe said during a conference call Thursday evening as the company announced Q4 financial results. Globalstar "expressed our support for safeguards to minimize any risk of disruption" in a meeting with FCC staff, including International Bureau Chief Mindel De La Torre, said an ex parte filing posted Monday in docket 13-213. Along with the network operating system, such safeguards also include "an effective equipment certification process," Monroe said Thursday.