AST SpaceMobile

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Measurements show AST SpaceMobile satellites far brighter than agreed limits●"Our measurements reveal an average brightness seven times brighter than mitigation targets cited in FCC filings and peaMmastodon Science Space Policy7350 min ago
New measurements of AST SpaceMobile satellites found average brightness seven times above mitigation targets cited in the company's FCC filings, with peak brightness over 200 times the International Astronomical Union's recommended threshold of visual magnitude 7. Astronomers warn that planned further deployments could worsen interference with ground-based observations, renewing criticism of how satellite constellations are regulated.
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AST SpaceMobile Stock Swings as BlueBird Satellites Arrive▼asts stockGgoogleUS1K5 d ago
AST SpaceMobile shares are in focus after the company's next BlueBird satellites arrived at Cape Canaveral for launch, lifting the stock 4% in one session. Coverage is split: some outlets argue the stock shouldn't fall on recent SpaceX news, while others note heavy short interest, with roughly 22% of the float betting against the satellite firm. The Midland, Texas-based company is also highlighting its local satellite manufacturing.
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AST SpaceMobile falls as SpaceX spectrum threat triggers downgrade▼asts stockGgoogleCA1005 d ago
AST SpaceMobile shares dropped around 4% after Piper Sandler downgraded the stock, citing aggressive direct-to-cell plans from SpaceX's Starlink. Reports note SpaceX's spectrum moves could pressure AT&T and Verizon, and even device makers like Apple and Samsung. AST SpaceMobile also announced a partnership with Rakuten as investors weigh its satellite-to-phone ambitions against rising competition.