British telecom group, Vodafone, has announced an investment of $25 million in Texas-based satellite manufacturer AST & Science. The US firm wants to launch the world’s first low earth orbit, low latency satellite network- called SpaceMobile- capable of connecting directly to a smartphone. The network’s signal will help to strengthen the telecom coverage of a partner mobile operator.

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