AST SpaceMobile is trading 4.06% up today at $73.86 after the FCC granted a 30-day authorization on August 14, 2026, allowing tests of 800 MHz satellite connectivity on up to 100 commercial mobile devices.
- The approval supports direct-to-smartphone commercialization and appears to be driving continued investor interest despite the broader market being slightly lower.
- The move follows recent BlueBird satellite launches and expanding regulatory progress.
- No separate August 17 company announcement was identified.