Rakuten is partnering with AST SpaceMobile to launch satellite-to-cell services in Japan, aiming for nationwide coverage by 2027 and stronger disaster resilience.

AST SpaceMobile tie-up comes as rivals offer similar service using SpaceX's Starlink

Rakuten is partnering with AST SpaceMobile to launch satellite-to-cell services in Japan, aiming for nationwide coverage by 2027 and stronger disaster resilience.