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Yahoo
13 hours ago
- Business
- Yahoo
AST SpaceMobile (ASTS) Jumps 10.6% on Vodafone Deal
We recently published a list of These 10 Stocks Boast Double-Digit Gains Amid Boring Market. AST SpaceMobile Inc. (NASDAQ:ASTS) is one of the best-performing stocks on Thursday. AST SpaceMobile rallied by 10.6 percent on Wednesday to close at $44.35 apiece as investors cheered its partnership with Vodafone Idea (Vi) to expand mobile connectivity across India's unconnected regions. In a statement, AST SpaceMobile and Vi will join forces for the establishment of SpaceMobile Satellite System that will expand the latter's telecom services including voice, video, data streaming, and internet access. Under the agreement, AST SpaceMobile Inc. (NASDAQ:ASTS) will develop and manage the satellite constellation while Vi will oversee terrestrial network integration, operating spectrum, and market access. An aerial view of a communications satellite in orbit, beaming its signal down to Earth. 'Vi has always been committed to leveraging technology to connect every Indian and we see satellite communication as a complement to terrestrial connectivity. As satellite-based mobile access becomes a reality in India, we are looking forward to ushering in a new era of seamless and resilient connectivity,' said Avneesh Khosla Chief Marketing Officer. While we acknowledge the potential of ASTS as an investment, our conviction lies in the belief that some AI stocks hold greater promise for delivering higher returns and have limited downside risk. If you are looking for an extremely cheap AI stock that is also a major beneficiary of Trump tariffs and onshoring, see our free report on the best short-term AI stock. READ NEXT: 20 Best AI Stocks To Buy Now and 30 Best Stocks to Buy Now According to Billionaires. Disclosure: None. This article is originally published at Insider Monkey. Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Business Recorder
16 hours ago
- Business
- Business Recorder
Telecom subscribers surpass 200 million in Pakistan
Telecom subscribers have crossed 200 million in the country, the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) said on Thursday, terming the development a 'historic milestone' that 'reflects Pakistan's accelerated digital growth'. 'The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority proudly announces a historic milestone—crossing 200 million telecom subscribers nationwide. With 150 million broadband and over 2 million Fiber To The Home (FTTH) subscribers. This achievement reflects Pakistan's accelerated digital growth and PTA's commitment to inclusive connectivity,' the PTA said. Telecom sector shows robust performance in nine months To mark the celebration, the PTA and CMO's (Jazz, Telenor, Ufone, Zong and SCO) are offering free 2GB data + 200 on-net minutes (valid for 24 hours) on June 20, 2025 to all mobile users, the statement added. 'Subscribers can avail this offer by dialing short code *2200# (All Mobile Operators).' To further digital inclusion, especially for female students, PTA—alongside PTCL, Transworld, Nayatel, Cybernet, and Wateen—are deploying free Wi-Fi hotspots for 6-month at HEC-recognized selected universities including women universities to empower students through improved access to digital resources, according to the statement. Moreover, the PTA said, mobile manufacturers have contributed 200 locally assembled smartphones to be distributed among female SIM owners through computerised balloting across Pakistan, Azad Jammu and Kashmir, and Gilgit-Baltistan.
Yahoo
a day ago
- Politics
- Yahoo
Markey wants answers from Verizon over lead in old phone lines
SPRINGFIELD — U.S. Sen. Edward J. Markey D-Mass., wants to know where Verizon's old lead-sheathed telephone cables are and what the legacy phone company is doing to protect its workers and the public. A sediment sample collected by federal inspectors from a telephone worker manhole under Central Street in Springfield in January was found to be 3% lead. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control, Prevention Health Hazard Evaluation Program and the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health said the muck had lead concentrations of 30,000 parts per million. A dizzying number given that the Environmental Protection Agency lowered last year its acceptable level of lead in soil from 400 parts per million to 200 parts per million. A 2023 Wall Street Journal investigation documented a sprawling nationwide network of legacy lead-sheathed cables. Phone companies used lead up until the 1960s when they switched to plastic. In Western Massachusetts, John Rowley Sr., business manager of IBEW Local 2324, has also been investigating lead contamination on behalf of members who were exposed. Demonstrating a classic symptom, some workers reported headaches so bad they had to go home for the day. Markey, a Democrat on the Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee and the Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Committee, also took up the lead cause. In February 2024, he visited Chicopee and watched as researchers found lead in front yards on busy Montcalm Street. Its lead that had falen from overhead wires. Today, Markey sent a letter to Verizon, one of the successor companies to the old Bell System that used lead sheathing. Verizon has declined to comment on lead. In the past, it had issues with the Wall Street Journal's reporting and has called for more research. Verizon wrote a New York congressman in 2023 saying 'soil lead levels near Verizon's cable are similar to lead levels in the surrounding area (i.e., background levels) and do not pose a public health risk to your constituents.' Markey wants to know, by July 9, the answers a number of questions: What is the status of Verizon's efforts to mapping all known and suspected lead-sheathed cables it owns or for which it is responsible? What steps has Verizon taken since the publication of the Wall Street Journal investigation to: Identify and monitor worker exposure to lead from lead-sheathed telecommunications cables? Notify and protect workers in or near areas with lead-sheathed cables? Inform the public, especially in environmental justice communities, about risks posed by lead-sheathed cables, and field and respond to concerns? Test for and remediate environmental contamination around legacy infrastructure? Provide medical monitoring, treatment, or compensation for lead-exposed workers? What is the status of any investigations by the U.S. Department of Justice, the EPA or Occupational Safety and Health Administration into Verizon's handling of its lead-sheathed cables? Markey also wants Verizon to implement all the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) recommendations, including conducting routine blood lead level testing and retrofitting hygiene and personal protection protocols. Rowley is concerned that with federal cutbacks to agencies like the EPA, OSHA and NIOSH, no one is left to monitor, research and enforce rules. Trustees reopen William Cullen Bryant Homestead in Cummington for tours New name in play for MassMutual Center in Springfield Commission OK's more casino mitigation money, but the well may be running dry Read the original article on MassLive.
Android Authority
a day ago
- Business
- Android Authority
Verizon told to clarify ambiguous advertising claims after T-Mobile complaint
Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR The National Advertising Division (NAD) has recommended that Verizon change its marketing language about satellite texting based on a complaint from T-Mobile. T-Mobile has also challenged Verizon's claim of being 'America's largest network,' with the watchdog calling Verizon's advertising 'ambiguous.' Verizon has said that it'll comply with NAD's recommendations. Verizon is once again under the lens for its inconspicuous advertising claims. This time, the Big Red has been pulled up over claims about its satellite texting service and network size following a challenge from rival T-Mobile. The National Advertising Division (NAD), an industry watchdog under BBB National Programs, found some of Verizon's claims to be supported but recommended that the carrier make its advertising clearer for the benefit of consumers. NAD said Verizon's slogan 'conquering dead zones with satellite' is not misleading on its own, but warned that Verizon must improve its disclosures. Specifically, the NAD says Verizon failed to clarify that the satellite texting service only works on select new phone models and under certain conditions. Moreover, T-Mobile also took issue with Verizon's 'America's largest network' claim. While Verizon has based that claim on the number of postpaid subscribers, T-Mobile said the phrase could mislead consumers into thinking it refers to coverage area or geographic reach. NAD recommended Verizon clarify what Verizon means by 'largest.' 'NAD found the phrase 'largest network' to be ambiguous, potentially conveying different messages to consumers. NAD also determined that the term 'postpaid phone connections' may not clearly communicate that it refers to Verizon subscribers,' the organization wrote in a press release shared with Android Authority. NAD made similar recommendations to those of Verizon last year and asked the carrier to discontinue or modify its satellite texting claims based on a previous complaint by T-Mobile. Verizon stated it would comply with the NAD's recommendations. While the NAD does not have the power to enforce changes, companies often follow its guidance to avoid legal or regulatory issues. For customers, the ruling means Verizon ads may soon become more transparent, especially regarding satellite texting and what its 'largest network' claims really mean.
The Sun
a day ago
- Business
- The Sun
Major network TRIPLES data on its SIM-only plans – get 300GB for just £20p/m
THOSE of you considering switching networks have a brilliant opportunity to upgrade your SIM plan. Voxi is currently offering an incredible deal, with its 100GB SIM-only plan tripling to 300GB for just £20 a month. 1 Voxi, 100GB 300GB data for £20/month (Unlimited social, music, and video use) BUY FROM VOXI I keep a close eye on SIM-only deals, and this one from Voxi is easily one of the best to land in a while. Instead of cutting prices, Voxi has taken a different approach, tripling the data on two of its most popular plans, without raising the monthly cost. Deals like this offer serious value, especially if you're after more data without spending more. For heavier users, the 300GB plan at £20 a month strikes a great balance between generous data and solid value. It's a smart pick if you burn through gigabytes streaming, scrolling, or gaming, but don't quite need to pay the premium for unlimited. If you're after something lighter, the 25GB plan has also been bumped up to 75GB for just £12 per month, a great option for more moderate users. One of the deal clinchers is that many of Voxi's plans come with data-free use of social media, music, or video apps. This means you can spend hours scrolling through TikTok, streaming Spotify, or bingeing on Netflix without worrying about eating into your data. If you're not a heavy user but want plenty of data to play with, Voxi is a network worth considering. And since Voxi runs on Vodafone's network, you can expect reliable coverage wherever you are. Like many smaller SIM providers, Voxi piggybacks on the Vodafone network, which recently joined forces with Three, making the network stronger than ever. It's always worth checking your area with Voxi's coverage map, so you can be confident of a strong connection before signing up. Best Voxi SIM-only deals Voxi have a selection of SIM-only plans for every kind of data user, many of which either come with free social, music, or video use. Voxi's SIM-only plans run on rolling 1-month contracts, so there's no long-term commitment. You can switch or cancel at any time, which is ideal if you like to keep your options open. These boosted deals are currently set to end on July 17th, so there's only a limited window to lock in the savings. It's shaping up to be a strong month for savvy SIM shoppers, too. I've spotted a similar Smarty double data SIM-only deal, offering 200GB for just £12 per month, and shares the same network coverage. If you're eyeing a new handset instead, there are some tempting Android offers floating around. One major provider is throwing in a free tech bundle worth £410 when you grab the latest Honor phone, with plans starting from £20 a month. I've pulled together a full roundup of the best SIM-only deals across all the major networks, so you can find the right plan for your budget.
