According to Ars Technica, satellite company AST SpaceMobile is building its own rocket, known as Blacklift, as the launch market changes for operators. Ars Technica reported that the company described Blacklift as a springboard to significantly expand its total addressable market. The development suggests satellite firms may build rockets themselves when access to launch services is constrained. The report framed the move as a response to a challenging launch market, with AST SpaceMobile seeking its own launch capability rather than relying solely on external providers.
Source: Ars Technica.
