Spectrum Auction

UK regulator Ofcom plans spectrum auction in early 2016 to bolster LTE, lay groundwork for 5G U.K. telecom regulator Ofcom said it plans to conduct a spectrum auction early next …

Verizon Wireless reported mixed results, remains cagey on 600 MHz auction plans Verizon Wireless posted third quarter financial and operating results showing relative financial stability and continued customer growth challenges. …

This week, we’ll touch on the Federal Communications Commission’s special access investigation announcement; comment on AT&T’s public relations blunder with a quadruple-play customer (and equally embarrassing confession to the Los …

As expected, spectrum and the Federal Communications Commission’s upcoming 600 MHz incentive auction were hot topics at this year’s Competitive Carriers Association Annual Convention, with both a significant portion if …

After much anticipation, the Federal Communications Commission announced opening bid prices for the upcoming 600 MHz incentive auction. The spectrum auction, currently set to begin March 29, will be different …

There has been lots of speculation about why Sprint opted out of the upcoming wireless spectrum auction. I have received loads of questions from reporters, investors, workers and customers. However, …

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Predictions for the spectrum auction haul top $80B, though process could take 9 months FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. – The Federal Communications Commission’s planned 600 MHz incentive auction may not have …

CCA CEO Steve Berry discusses final challenges ahead of 600 MHz incentive auction FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. – The speaker and topic lineup for this week’s Competitive Carriers Association Annual Convention …

Two words are sure to dominate the upcoming Competitive Carriers Association Annual Convention: spectrum and auction. Several of the event’s scheduled keynote addresses and seminars are centered on topics related …

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AT&T expects to post more than 2M net additions, nearly matching T-Mobile US forecast AT&T told the investment community this week that it expects to post more than 2 million …

The deal stipulates network upgrades in Jakarta and Central Java Indonesian telecom operator XL Axiata signed a three-year contract with Swedish vendor Ericsson for design and implementation of a LTE …

FCC commissioner Ajit Pai links Sprint decision to folly of FCC auction plans Sprint’s decision to sit out the Federal Communications Commission’s upcoming 600 MHz incentive auction proceedings drew the …

Sprint dumps plans to participate in 600 MHz incentive auction citing robust holdings Sprint yanked its name from bidders in the Federal Communications Commission’s planned 600 MHz incentive auction. The …

Analyst: Intent of program isn’t possible given current wireless sector environment Do regulations have a shelf life? In general, yes, as the things they were meant to regulate evolve and …

FCC Chairman Tom Wheeler ‘supremely confident’ 600 MHz auction will begin on March 29 LAS VEGAS – Federal Communications Commission Chairman Tom Wheeler is very confident that the scheduled 600 …

As 600 MHz auction approaches, FCC continues to clarify rules and procedures WASHINGTON – Ahead of the 2016 incentive auction, wireless trade association CTIA said it wants the Federal Communications …

Verizon cited as potential candidate for Dish spectrum at the right price With T-Mobile US rumored to be in the sights of a potential acquisition by any number of deep-pocketed …

FCC states plans to release additional rules for reverse, forward auction components this fall The Federal Communications Commission continues to work toward the planned March 29, 2016, start date for …

Northstar claims move was politically based and goes against tenants of DE program The Federal Communications Commission’s decision this week to revoke a $3 billion bidding credit tied to Dish …

FCC vote puts pressure on Dish to come up with funds or find alternatives The Federal Communications Commission voted in favor of denying Dish Network $3 billion in bidding credits …

FCC, Industry Canada agree on 600 MHz band plans in a move to reduce interference concerns The Federal Communications Commission continues to craft its 600 MHz spectrum plans, with the …

Hello! And welcome to our Friday column, Worst of the Week. There’s a lot of nutty stuff that goes on in this industry, so this column is a chance for …

FCC sets aside 30 megahertz for auction set to begin March 29, 2016 The Federal Communications Commission released its highly anticipated bidding rules for the planned 600 MHz incentive auction, …