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 its highly anticipated 600 MHz incentive auction, today laying out more details on the steps...
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 Network drew a strong rebuke from one of the designated entities that actually ended up...
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 it garnered during a recent spectrum auction.
The FCC voted this week to reverse 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 latest move coming in connection with Canada’s government regulators over harmonizing television and wireless spectrum...
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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, which is officially on the docket to begin March 29, 2016.
The rules include confirmation that...
FCC plan to revoke $3B bidding credit has Dish Network looking at options
Dish Network is leaving all options on the table in regard to its vast spectrum holdings in light of a recent move by the Federal Communications Commission to revoke a $3 billion...
FCC set to revoke DE bidding credits from Dish Network controlled Northstar, SNR
Dish Network looks set to lose a $3 billion bidding credit it received as part of its controversial action during the Federal Communications Commission’s recent AWS-3 auction.
Dish acknowledged in a Securities and...
FCC Chairman Tom Wheeler circulates approval for AT&T acquisition of DirecTV
AT&T long-simmering plans to acquire DirecTV took a significant step forward as Federal Communications Commission Chairman Tom Wheeler circulated an approval recommendation to his fellow commissioners late Tuesday .
Wheeler said the proposal includes “a...
Verizon video play expected by late summer; comfortable with current spectrum, technology options
Verizon Communications is set to unveil its oft-discussed “over-the-top” video service in a move expected to jolt the current video delivery model, but does not seem concerned about the impact such an...
FCC filing shows potential March 29 start date for complex auction proceedings
The Federal Communications Commission appears committed to beginning its highly anticipated 600 MHz incentive auction during the first quarter of next year.
According to the Broadcast Law Blog, the FCC noted a March 29,...
The FCC adopted a Report and Order to reform its DE program following claims of fraud
While the Federal Communications Commission pushed off specific rulemaking tied to the planned 600 MHz incentive auction scheduled for early next year, the FCC did move forward with plans...
Duplex gap concerns force FCC to postpone today’s vote on 600 MHz incentive auction rules
The Federal Communications Commission has dropped plans to vote today on rules for the planned 600 MHz incentive auction.
The vote was set to be part of an open meeting, and...
CCA's Steve Berry discusses competition in the wireless market, rules for the upcoming FCC auction and the duopolistiic nature of the space
WASHINGTON – The Competitive Carriers Association, a Washington, D.C.-based trade association, advocates for wireless regional and independent providers outside of the two largest...
Telecom regulator ARCEP expects to award the spectrum by year end
France formally launched plans toward auctioning 700 MHz spectrum band licenses, according to local press.
Economy Minister Emmanuel Macron and Secretary of State Axelle Lemaire are said to have approved telecommunications regulator ARCEP's proposed conditions...
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FCC circulates draft of 600 MHz auction rules counter to T-Mobile US push
Federal Communications Commission Chairman Tom Wheeler today said he has circulated a draft Order on Reconsideration connected to the upcoming 600 MHz incentive auction that maintains the previously stated 30 megahertz of...
Mobilicity deal includes closing of Shaw spectrum acquisition, spectrum divestitures to Wind Mobile
Rogers Communications won the bidding war for beleaguered Canadian mobile operator Mobilicity in a move that government regulators said would bolster its attempts to increase competition across Canada.
Rogers said it was set...
Lobbying groups say, 'feed the beast,' as rules, reserve being set for spectrum auction
WASHINGTON – As the wrangling over rules for the upcoming spectrum auction continues, most stakeholders agree on the acute need for more spectrum, but not on how federal regulators should divvy...
AT&T, T-Mobile US argue over pending 700 MHz license deal
AT&T and T-Mobile US continued to spar over spectrum licenses, with the latest match concerning AT&T’s pending plans to acquire a trio of 700 MHz licenses covering portions of Kentucky, West Virginia and Ohio.
T-Mobile US...
T-Mobile US taps cartoon medium as FCC nears 600 MHz auction decision
T-Mobile US continues to tap the video medium in its attempt to garner support for its view that the Federal Communications Commission should set aside more spectrum for its upcoming 600 MHz incentive...
Reported deal for Mobilicity faces regulatory hurdles
Canadian mobile operator Mobilicity reportedly has a pair of suitors ready to take over the beleaguered operator, though government regulators appear sour on such a deal.
According to Bloomberg Business, Canadian telecom giants Telus and Rogers Communications are both...
The French government affirmed the potential acquisition would affect investment in the mobile market and planned spectrum auction
France's second-largest telecommunications operator Numericable-SFR has made an offer to buy smaller rival Bouygues Telecom for approximately $11.4 billion in cash, according to a report by the...
Deutsche Telekom and Telefónica also in the mix for 700 MHz spectrum
After 181 rounds of bidding spread over 16 days, Vodafone, Deutsche Telekom and Telefónica emerged as the high bidders vying for access to 700 MHz spectrum covering Germany.
According to the numbers, Vodafone was...
