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AST SpaceMobile develops a space-based cellular broadband network designed to connect standard, unmodified smartphones through BlueBird satellites in low Earth orbit. News about ASTS commonly covers satellite production and launches, FCC and spectrum authorizations, direct-to-device service capabilities, and commercial or government applications.
Company updates also include mobile network operator partnerships, government contracts, quarterly business results, revenue commitments, and capital actions tied to funding the SpaceMobile network and manufacturing plan.
REX Shares and Tuttle Capital Management launched the T-REX 2X Long ASTS Daily Target ETF (ASUP) and T-REX 2X Long LITE Daily Target ETF (LITU) on Cboe. These funds target 2x daily long exposure to AST SpaceMobile (ASTS) and Lumentum (LITE), respectively.
The launch expands the T-REX suite to over 40 leveraged and inverse single-stock ETFs, including existing 2x products tied to Robinhood, Nvidia, and Tesla. Investing in ASUP or LITU is not the same as investing directly in ASTS or LITE.
AST SpaceMobile (NASDAQ:ASTS)/b) commended the plan by AT&T, T-Mobile and Verizon to form a direct-to-device satellite joint venture to extend U.S. mobile coverage. AST SpaceMobile plans to be a key enabler as it scales its low Earth orbit network and spectrum footprint.The company has demonstrated nearly 100 Mbps from space to standard smartphones, with next-generation satellites expected to almost double that speed. Its network is designed to use about 1,150 MHz of partner spectrum plus its own L-band and S-band rights and is supported by 95% vertically integrated manufacturing in over 500,000 square feet of Texas facilities.
AST SpaceMobile (NASDAQ:ASTS) reported Q1 2026 revenue of $14.7 million, driven by gateway deliveries and U.S. government milestones, and reaffirmed 2026 revenue guidance of $150–$200 million. Total operating expenses were $164.1 million, including $73.0 million of depreciation and amortization and stock-based compensation.
The company targets approximately 45 BlueBird satellites in orbit during 2026, with BlueBird 8–10 launching in mid-June and BlueBird 11–33 in advanced production. It reported 98.9 Mbps peak data speeds to an unmodified smartphone and expects Block 2 BlueBird to nearly double peak speeds.
AST SpaceMobile received FCC Supplemental Coverage from Space authorization for commercial service in the U.S. using up to 248 satellites, expanded its partner ecosystem to nearly 60 mobile network operators, and held $3.5 billion in cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash as of March 31, 2026.
AST SpaceMobile (NASDAQ: ASTS) will host its First Quarter 2026 business update call on Monday, May 11, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. ET. Management will discuss business and financial results, answer shareholder questions, and provide a live webcast and replay via the company investor relations website.
Investors may submit questions in advance to investors@ast-science.com and can join the IR mailing list.
AST SpaceMobile (NASDAQ: ASTS) received FCC authorization to modify its NGSO permit, enabling deployment and operation of up to 248 LEO satellites to deliver Supplemental Coverage from Space (SCS) directly to standard smartphones across the United States using 700/800 MHz low-band spectrum in coordination with Verizon, AT&T and FirstNet.
The grant confirms technical parameters for service, feeder links, TT&C and global operating rights for country-by-country authorizations, while the company says it is scaling its U.S. manufacturing base (≈95% vertically integrated, >500,000 sq ft, >2,000 employees) toward commercial service.
AST SpaceMobile (NASDAQ: ASTS) addressed the April 19, 2026 orbital launch of BlueBird 7 on the New Glenn vehicle, reporting the satellite was placed into a lower-than-planned orbit and subsequently de-orbited after separation and power-up.
The company expects the satellite cost to be recovered under insurance. Production continues through BlueBird 32, with BlueBird 8–10 expected ready to ship in approximately 30 days. AST SpaceMobile reiterates an average launch cadence of one to two months in 2026 and continues to target approximately 45 satellites in orbit by year-end 2026.
AST SpaceMobile (NASDAQ: ASTS) announced that BlueBird 7 will launch on April 19, 2026, in a 6:45–8:45 AM EDT window on Blue Origin’s New Glenn-3 from Cape Canaveral. Qualified retail shareholders may register for limited in-person viewing; registration closes April 17, 2026 at 8 PM EDT.
BlueBird 7 features a phased-array antenna of ~2,400 square feet, is designed to support 4G/5G direct-to-device service with expected peak speeds greatly exceeding 120 Mbps, and the company cites >3,850 patents and agreements with 50+ mobile network operators.
TELUS (NYSE: TU) and AST SpaceMobile signed a commercial agreement to bring space-based cellular broadband across Canada, with service planned for late 2026.
TELUS will invest in ground satellite infrastructure and become an equity shareholder in AST SpaceMobile, enabling texts, calls and data on everyday smartphones without special equipment via a LEO constellation.
AST SpaceMobile (NASDAQ: ASTS) reported full year 2025 revenue of $70.9 million, driven by gateway deliveries and U.S. Government milestones, and secured over $1.2 billion of aggregate contracted revenue commitments from commercial partners.
The company completed unfolding of BlueBird 6, expects BlueBird 7 launch in March 2026, aims for 45–60 satellites in orbit by end of 2026, and reported >$3.9 billion pro forma liquidity after recent financings.
AST SpaceMobile (NASDAQ: ASTS) was awarded an approximately $30 million prime Other Transaction agreement with the U.S. Space Development Agency for the Europa Track 2 program under the HALO effort.
The contract funds on-orbit demonstrations using AST’s BlueBird LEO dual-use constellation to deliver direct-to-device, low-latency tactical communications and validate integration with tactical military radios.