ASTS jumps 18.3% ahead of BlueBird 6 launch as investors eye its next-gen satellite and major carrier deals.
ASTS expands U.S. manufacturing with new Texas and Florida sites, targeting stronger innovation and satellite output.
IBM's steady growth, improving estimates and lower valuation help it stand out as the stronger pick in this two-stock connectivity showdown.
| - Industry | - Sector | Abel Avellan CEO | NASDAQ (NGS) Exchange | 00217D100 CUSIP |
| US Country | 578 Employees | - Last Dividend | - Last Split | - IPO Date |
AST SpaceMobile, Inc. is a pioneering firm, established in 2017 and based in Midland, Texas, that is focused on bridging the connectivity gap in remote and underserved areas across the globe. It aims to revolutionize the telecommunications industry by developing and deploying a space-based cellular broadband network that directly connects to smartphones without requiring any additional devices. This innovative approach seeks to extend the reach of cellular networks beyond the limitations of traditional terrestrial infrastructure, ensuring seamless connectivity for users regardless of their location.
The SpaceMobile Service is AST SpaceMobile, Inc.'s flagship offering, aimed at providing end-users, particularly those in remote or underserved regions, with access to high-speed cellular broadband services directly through their smartphones. This service is uniquely designed to operate in areas beyond the coverage of standard terrestrial cellular networks, effectively filling the connectivity void for people in remote locations, on the oceans, and in other areas where traditional network coverage does not exist.