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HotAST SpaceMobile
Rakuten and AST SpaceMobile agreed to create a joint venture to build a direct-to-smartphone satellite network in Japan. The project expects up to $1 billion in government funding over three years.
Part of a series: AST SpaceMobile expands operations and gains analyst support
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HotAST SpaceMobile
Cantor Fitzgerald maintained its Overweight rating and $90 price target on AST SpaceMobile ahead of Q3 2026 earnings. The firm cited a $1.3 billion launch deal with Firefly Aerospace and growing government demand as key growth drivers.
McDonald's Uber Deal
McDonald's and Uber extended their collaboration to 14 countries, combining order fulfillment with point redemption. The restaurant chain reports its food delivery segment brings in over $20 billion each year.
HotKratos
Kratos Defense & Security Solutions won an agreement with Gulf Space Technology to provide gateway equipment for the Thaicom 10 satellite. The hardware delivers two to three times the bandwidth of standard Ka-band systems.
One Stop Systems
One Stop Systems secured a $2.75 million U.S. Army contract to build rugged computing systems for tactical ground vehicles, with working units due by late 2027.
HotAxon
Axon will put $1.2 billion into Skydio and secure sole rights to sell the drones to emergency services across the United States and Canada. The cash-and-stock deal values the drone maker at $5.2 billion before the investment.
Shield AI
Shield AI agreed to purchase Echodyne for up to $5.3 billion and raised $2.5 billion to grow its defense business. The transaction should close in early 2027 after regulators approve it.
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