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Business Insider
12-08-2025
- Business
- Business Insider
AST SpaceMobile Shares Skyrocket as Satellite Ambitions Edge toward Elon Musk's SpaceX Turf
AST SpaceMobile (ASTS) shares jumped after earnings as the company outlined a fully funded satellite deployment plan that, if successful, could put it in direct competition with Elon Musk 's SpaceX in the satellite broadband market. Elevate Your Investing Strategy: Take advantage of TipRanks Premium at 50% off! Unlock powerful investing tools, advanced data, and expert analyst insights to help you invest with confidence. ASTS Stock Jumps on Fully Funded Satellite Plan AST SpaceMobile stock climbed almost 10% in early trading Tuesday to $50.37 after reporting quarterly results late Monday. The key takeaway for investors was management's announcement that it now has the funding in place to launch 45 to 60 satellites by 2026. That scale is critical for the company's vision to build the first global cellular broadband network in space. ASTS stock has already surged more than tenfold since early 2024, fueled by partnerships with major telecom operators and the successful launch of its first commercial satellites. Monday's update added more momentum to a rally that has been driven by investor confidence in the company's direct-to-device 5G ambitions. AST SpaceMobile Aims to Expand Service While Managing Delays AST SpaceMobile aims to deliver 5G-quality voice, data, and video coverage worldwide. The company expects to offer nationwide intermittent service in the U.S. by the end of this year, with the U.K., Japan, and Canada coming online in the first quarter of 2026. Still, execution speed remains a concern. The company's first 20 satellites were initially scheduled for launch in 2023, yet only five commercial units and one test model are currently in orbit. CEO Abel Avellan told analysts that launches will now occur every one to two months in 2025 and 2026, with each sending up six to eight satellites at a cost of $21 million to $23 million each. Analyst Views Are Split on Execution Risks Some analysts are cautious about whether AST SpaceMobile can meet its ambitious service milestones. Oppenheimer's Timothy Horan acknowledged management's target for limited service in key markets by late 2025, but said he remains 'skeptical' about the early 2026 goal for full voice, video, and data capabilities. He has a Perform rating on the stock. Others see more upside. Cantor Fitzgerald analyst Colin Canfield believes AST's strengths in digital payload technology and its high-profile tech partners could make government contracts a major growth driver in the coming years. He rates the stock Overweight with a $30 price target. AST SpaceMobile Races against Musk's Starlink and Other Rivals AST SpaceMobile is in a high-stakes race against Elon Musk's Starlink, Apple-backed Globalstar (GSAT) (AAPL), and Amazon's Project Kuiper (AMZN). These competitors are already pushing aggressively into satellite-based internet and direct-to-device communications. So far, AST's revenue remains small, with $1.2 million booked in the June quarter. But management projects between $50 million and $75 million in revenue for the second half of 2025, mostly from government and commercial customers. That expected jump will be an important test of whether its technological edge can translate into meaningful market share. Is AST SpaceMobile a Good Stock to Buy? According to TipRanks, seven Wall Street analysts have issued ratings for AST SpaceMobile in the past three months. Out of these, five recommend Buy and two suggest Hold, with no Sell ratings. This gives the stock a consensus rating of Moderate Buy. The average 12-month ASTS price target stands at $47.84, implying a potential 4.18% upside from Monday's close at $45.92.
Economic Times
03-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Economic Times
F1 streaming and digital release date: When and where to watch Brad Pitt's thriller online
Formula One fans and cinema enthusiasts across the globe are now looking beyond the theatrical thrill of F1 , the latest Apple Original Film starring Brad Pitt, and asking the pressing question — when will 'F1' get its digital and streaming release date? Having opened in theatres worldwide on June 27, 2025, the racing drama is expected to follow the tech giant's established release formula for online by Top Gun: Maverick director Joseph Kosinski, F1 has already made headlines for its impressive performance at the global box office. Backed by a budget of $200 million, the film has crossed $160 million globally, with a standout $2.7 million opening in the UAE—a record debut for both a Brad Pitt feature and an Apple-backed production in the region. The film follows the story of Sonny Hayes, a retired Formula One legend portrayed by Pitt, who returns to the racetrack to guide young prodigy Joshua Pearce (played by Damson Idris). With supporting roles by Kerry Condon, Javier Bardem, and Tobias Menzies, the movie merges high-octane action with personal drama, set against the pulsating world of motorsports. Also Read | Fourth of July 2025 Food Deals: Freebies & discounts at McDonald's, Burger King, Pizza Hut & more While F1 continues its theatrical lap across major global markets, viewers hoping to catch the film at home are now tracking its F1 streaming release date. Given Apple's recent digital release strategies, industry observers expect the movie to become available on digital platforms such as iTunes, Amazon, and Vudu between 45 to 65 days after its theatrical debut. By that calculation, F1 could see its digital release window open between August 10 and September 1, 2025. This timeline aligns with previous Apple Originals, including Killers of the Flower Moon , which became available for streaming 84 days post-theatrical its limited digital transactional release, F1 will stream exclusively on Apple TV+, Apple's premium streaming platform. As an Apple Original Film, F1 joins a line-up of high-profile cinematic releases intended to bolster the platform's global content library, as per a report by Coming to Apple TV+ can anticipate the film's arrival by late August or early September, although no official date has been announced yet. Given Apple's consistent pattern of prioritizing extended box office runs for high-budget titles, the studio may take advantage of F1 's financial momentum before shifting to its streaming rollout. With F1 having already achieved critical and commercial traction, industry watchers believe a digital and streaming release by September 2025 appears realistic, pending any changes based on box office longevity. Also Read | Fireworks Near Me: Washington gears up for 4th of July 2025 celebrations, military parade and displays | Complete guide Industry analysts suggest that Apple Studios is carefully timing F1's home release to sustain its profitability and buzz. Unlike smaller films that rapidly transition from theatres to digital platforms, F1 is backed by prestige collaborators such as Jerry Bruckheimer Films, Plan B Entertainment, and Kosinski's own production unit. The long-term streaming value of a title like F1 , which combines mainstream appeal with global star power and niche motorsport fandom, is expected to be maximized by spacing out its release windows strategically. Moreover, Apple's focus on event-style cinema releases for some of its big-budget projects has worked in its favour, offering them a dual runway—first, as box office earners and later as streaming tentpoles. Theatrical release date: June 27, 2025 Estimated digital purchase/rental date: Between August 10 and September 1, 2025 Expected Apple TV+ streaming release: Late August to early September 2025 Streaming platform: Apple TV+ (exclusive) Although Apple has yet to make an official announcement, the prevailing consensus among industry insiders is that F1 will be available for home viewing within a three-month window, with Apple TV+ subscribers getting access shortly after its transactional digital release. F1 was released theatrically worldwide on June 27, film follows Sonny Hayes (played by Brad Pitt), a retired Formula One driver who returns to the racetrack to mentor a young talent, Joshua Pearce (played by Damson Idris). It combines high-speed racing action with an emotional storyline.
Time of India
03-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
F1 streaming and digital release date: When and where to watch Brad Pitt's thriller online
Formula One fans and cinema enthusiasts across the globe are now looking beyond the theatrical thrill of F1 , the latest Apple Original Film starring Brad Pitt, and asking the pressing question — when will 'F1' get its digital and streaming release date? Having opened in theatres worldwide on June 27, 2025, the racing drama is expected to follow the tech giant's established release formula for online platforms. Strong Global Debut Builds Momentum Helmed by Top Gun: Maverick director Joseph Kosinski, F1 has already made headlines for its impressive performance at the global box office. Backed by a budget of $200 million, the film has crossed $160 million globally, with a standout $2.7 million opening in the UAE—a record debut for both a Brad Pitt feature and an Apple-backed production in the region. The film follows the story of Sonny Hayes, a retired Formula One legend portrayed by Pitt, who returns to the racetrack to guide young prodigy Joshua Pearce (played by Damson Idris). With supporting roles by Kerry Condon, Javier Bardem, and Tobias Menzies, the movie merges high-octane action with personal drama, set against the pulsating world of motorsports. Also Read | Fourth of July 2025 Food Deals: Freebies & discounts at McDonald's, Burger King, Pizza Hut & more When Can Viewers Expect the Digital Release? While F1 continues its theatrical lap across major global markets, viewers hoping to catch the film at home are now tracking its F1 streaming release date . Given Apple's recent digital release strategies, industry observers expect the movie to become available on digital platforms such as iTunes, Amazon, and Vudu between 45 to 65 days after its theatrical debut. Live Events By that calculation, F1 could see its digital release window open between August 10 and September 1, 2025. This timeline aligns with previous Apple Originals, including Killers of the Flower Moon , which became available for streaming 84 days post-theatrical release. Exclusive Apple TV+ Streaming Launch to Follow After its limited digital transactional release, F1 will stream exclusively on Apple TV+, Apple's premium streaming platform. As an Apple Original Film, F1 joins a line-up of high-profile cinematic releases intended to bolster the platform's global content library, as per a report by Coming Soon. Subscribers to Apple TV+ can anticipate the film's arrival by late August or early September, although no official date has been announced yet. Given Apple's consistent pattern of prioritizing extended box office runs for high-budget titles, the studio may take advantage of F1 's financial momentum before shifting to its streaming rollout. With F1 having already achieved critical and commercial traction, industry watchers believe a digital and streaming release by September 2025 appears realistic, pending any changes based on box office longevity. Also Read | Fireworks Near Me: Washington gears up for 4th of July 2025 celebrations, military parade and displays | Complete guide Why the Wait Might Be Strategic Industry analysts suggest that Apple Studios is carefully timing F1's home release to sustain its profitability and buzz. Unlike smaller films that rapidly transition from theatres to digital platforms, F1 is backed by prestige collaborators such as Jerry Bruckheimer Films, Plan B Entertainment, and Kosinski's own production unit. The long-term streaming value of a title like F1 , which combines mainstream appeal with global star power and niche motorsport fandom, is expected to be maximized by spacing out its release windows strategically. Moreover, Apple's focus on event-style cinema releases for some of its big-budget projects has worked in its favour, offering them a dual runway—first, as box office earners and later as streaming tentpoles. F1 Streaming Release Date: What We Know So Far Theatrical release date: June 27, 2025 Estimated digital purchase/rental date: Between August 10 and September 1, 2025 Expected Apple TV+ streaming release: Late August to early September 2025 Streaming platform: Apple TV+ (exclusive) Although Apple has yet to make an official announcement, the prevailing consensus among industry insiders is that F1 will be available for home viewing within a three-month window, with Apple TV+ subscribers getting access shortly after its transactional digital release. FAQs When was the F1 movie released in theatres? F1 was released theatrically worldwide on June 27, 2025. What is the F1 movie about? The film follows Sonny Hayes (played by Brad Pitt), a retired Formula One driver who returns to the racetrack to mentor a young talent, Joshua Pearce (played by Damson Idris). It combines high-speed racing action with an emotional storyline.
Scotsman
30-05-2025
- Business
- Scotsman
Beats Powerbeats now just £139 – 49% off in Amazon's lowest-ever deal
Beats Powerbeats Pro earphones are around £150 second hand - but we've found a brand new pair for £140 | Amazon This article contains affiliate links. We may earn a small commission on items purchased through this article, but that does not affect our editorial judgement. These Apple-backed Beats Powerbeats earbuds are now just £139 at Amazon – the cheapest they've ever been – and come with powerful features perfect for music lovers and fitness fans alike. Sign up to our daily newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to Edinburgh News, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... Visit Back Market and shop around for a pair of Beats Powerbeats over-ear earphones and you'll find a pair for £149. And it's a pretty good deal considering their usual price is £249.99. But if you head to Amazon right now, you'll find a brand new pair for £139. It's a 49% discount over Amazon's usual price of £269.99, and that's including free delivery. It means these amazing earphones are now the cheapest they've ever been, and it's an absolute bargain for a pair of over-ear earbuds with an Apple H1 chip, passive noise cancellation, nine-hour battery life and Class 1 Bluetooth technology. Trick Apple software lets you share them over an app | Amazon You even get three months of Apple Music thrown in and, thanks to the collaboration between Beats and Apple, you'll also get access to Siri - straight from your earphones. Earbuds with an ear loop might appear to be more cumbersome than conventional wireless earbuds, but they don't really feel any heavier - and the loop keeps them more securely fitted, so they're better for using while you're working out or playing sports. These are sweat and water resistant, so they're ideal for gym sessions, running, or cycling, and the spatial audio support means you can make the most of the audio quality you'd expect from a pair of Beats earphones. Water resistance makes them useful for outdoor sports | Amazon There are three colours available - black, white, or navy, and they're all at the same price. The set also includes a compact charging case which extends their usage to 24 hours between charges. We don't know how long this deal will last, or how many are in stock, so if you want some genuinely premium earphones at a bargain price, grab them now.
Scotsman
30-05-2025
- Business
- Scotsman
Beats Powerbeats now just £139 – 49% off in Amazon's lowest-ever deal
Beats Powerbeats Pro earphones are around £150 second hand - but we've found a brand new pair for £140 | Amazon This article contains affiliate links. We may earn a small commission on items purchased through this article, but that does not affect our editorial judgement. These Apple-backed Beats Powerbeats earbuds are now just £139 at Amazon – the cheapest they've ever been – and come with powerful features perfect for music lovers and fitness fans alike. Sign up to our daily newsletter – Regular news stories and round-ups from around Scotland direct to your inbox Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to The Scotsman, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... Visit Back Market and shop around for a pair of Beats Powerbeats over-ear earphones and you'll find a pair for £149. And it's a pretty good deal considering their usual price is £249.99. But if you head to Amazon right now, you'll find a brand new pair for £139. It's a 49% discount over Amazon's usual price of £269.99, and that's including free delivery. It means these amazing earphones are now the cheapest they've ever been, and it's an absolute bargain for a pair of over-ear earbuds with an Apple H1 chip, passive noise cancellation, nine-hour battery life and Class 1 Bluetooth technology. Trick Apple software lets you share them over an app | Amazon You even get three months of Apple Music thrown in and, thanks to the collaboration between Beats and Apple, you'll also get access to Siri - straight from your earphones. Earbuds with an ear loop might appear to be more cumbersome than conventional wireless earbuds, but they don't really feel any heavier - and the loop keeps them more securely fitted, so they're better for using while you're working out or playing sports. These are sweat and water resistant, so they're ideal for gym sessions, running, or cycling, and the spatial audio support means you can make the most of the audio quality you'd expect from a pair of Beats earphones. Water resistance makes them useful for outdoor sports | Amazon There are three colours available - black, white, or navy, and they're all at the same price. The set also includes a compact charging case which extends their usage to 24 hours between charges.
