Key Takeaways ASTS is expanding coverage with the BlueBird 6 launch and plans for 45 to 60 satellite launches in 2026.ASTS improved network flexibility by securing additional satellite spectrum for future service expansion. Verizon posted steady growth, but competition and heavy debt continue to pressure margins. Verizon Communications Inc. (VZ) and AST SpaceMobile (ASTS) are both expanding their capabilities to augment the accessibility of wireless connectivity. As one of the leading wireless carriers in t ...