Verizon partners with AST SpaceMobile to offer space-based cellphone service in the U.S. The service will be available to Verizon customers in 2026. AST SpaceMobile shares hit an all-time high after the announcement, promising direct-to-customer broadband coverage without specialized equipment. This new partnership aims to revolutionize connectivity and unlock the full potential of the digital age in 2026. CEO Abel Avellan sees this as a way to extend Verizon’s reach across the country. Srini Kalapala of Verizon views this as a new era of connectivity. AST SpaceMobile shares have surged 250% this year. Verizon’s stock remains steady.

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