
AST SpaceMobile (NasdaqGS:ASTS) received temporary FCC approval to test 800 MHz satellite connectivity on commercial devices across two spectrum bands in the U.S. The authorization allows controlled trials using everyday consumer phones rather than specialized hardware. The FCC decision follows recent AST SpaceMobile satellite launches and new commercial partnerships that expanded its direct to device footprint. The testing window is designed to advance regulatory cooperation that is...

