What is the partnership between Verizon and AST SpaceMobile?

The partnership between Verizon and AST SpaceMobile will enable direct-to-cellular connectivity for Verizon customers, extending the carrier's network coverage and enhancing its existing high-quality, nationwide service starting in 2026.

How will the AST SpaceMobile network benefit Verizon customers?

The AST SpaceMobile network operates across low-band, L-band, and S-band, as well as up to 1,150 MHz of partner low- and mid-band spectrum, allowing it to seamlessly integrate with Verizon's infrastructure and deliver seamless connectivity to customers in remote areas, cities, and everywhere in between.

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Verizon and AST SpaceMobile Announce Groundbreaking Cellular Connectivity Partnership

Q: What is AST SpaceMobile doing to support its commercial expansion?

AST SpaceMobile has entered into an Equity Distribution Agreement to sell up to $800 million of the company's common stock in an at-the-market offering program, providing the necessary funding to further develop and deploy its cutting-edge satellite technology.

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Verizon and AST SpaceMobile sign definitive commercial agreement for direct-to-cellular connectivity
Partnership to launch in 2026, extending Verizon's network coverage and service quality
AST SpaceMobile raises $800M through stock offering to fund growth and technology development

Verizon and AST SpaceMobile Announce Groundbreaking Cellular Connectivity Partnership

On October 8th, 2025, Verizon Communications Inc. and AST SpaceMobile, Inc. announced a groundbreaking partnership to deliver seamless cellular connectivity to Verizon customers across the United States. The definitive commercial agreement, set to launch in 2026, will combine Verizon's robust terrestrial network and premium 850 MHz multi-operator spectrum with AST SpaceMobile's low-Earth-orbit (LEO) satellite technology.

This innovative collaboration will extend Verizon's network coverage and enhance the carrier's existing high-quality, nationwide service. Customers will be able to access direct-to-cellular connectivity, whether they are in remote areas, cities, or anywhere in between. AST SpaceMobile's network operates across low-band, L-band, and S-band, as well as up to 1,150 MHz of partner low- and mid-band spectrum, enabling seamless integration with Verizon's infrastructure.

To support its progress toward full-scale commercial service, AST SpaceMobile also announced on Tuesday that it has entered into an Equity Distribution Agreement to sell up to $800 million of the company's common stock in an at-the-market offering program. This strategic move will provide the necessary funding to further develop and deploy AST SpaceMobile's cutting-edge satellite technology.

"The agreement will extend the scope of Verizon's 850 MHz premium low-band spectrum into areas of the U.S. that would benefit from the ubiquitous reach of space-based broadband technology," said Abel Avellan, founder, chairman and CEO of AST SpaceMobile.

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