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flag AST SpaceMobile and stc will bring satellite-powered mobile internet to Saudi Arabia and parts of Africa and the Middle East by 2026, using existing phones.

flag AST SpaceMobile has partnered with Saudi telecom provider stc to deliver satellite direct-to-device mobile broadband across Saudi Arabia and parts of the Middle East and Africa, backed by a $175 million prepayment. flag The 10-year deal integrates AST’s low Earth orbit satellites with stc’s 4G and 5G networks, enabling standard phones to connect without modifications. flag Three ground gateways and a network operations center will be built in Riyadh, with commercial service expected by late 2026, pending regulatory approvals in 15 countries. flag The project aims to expand connectivity in remote areas, supporting economic and educational development.

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