Verizon and AST SpaceMobile have entered into a $100 million partnership.
The partnership will allow Verizon customers to access satellite connectivity when they need it.
The goal is to provide coverage even in areas where cellular signals are unreachable by terrestrial-based infrastructure.
T-Mobile isn’t the only carrier thinking about satellite connectivity; Verizon is also getting in on the game. Instead of following T-Mobile’s lead by partnering with SpaceX, however, Verizon is partnering with AST SpaceMobile.
Today, Verizon and AST SpaceMobile announced they are entering into a strategic partnership with a $100 million commitment from Verizon. The result of which will provide Verizon customers with direct-to-cellular satellite service from AST SpaceMobile when they need it.
