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T-Mobile/Orange ordered to sell 1800 MHz spectrum to single buyer
The European Commission has released further details of the spectrum-related conditions related to the merger of the UK operations of T-Mobile and Orange. by Michael Newlands last modified Mar 31, 2010 09:26 AM — filed under: , — Relevance: 1%
UK government drops spectrum reform proposals
The UK Labour Party has abandoned attempts to get a special instrument (SI) authorising spectrum reform through parliament before the pre-election recess. by Michael Newlands last modified Apr 07, 2010 12:51 PM — filed under: , — Relevance: 1%
Bahrain undertakes wide-ranging spectrum review
Bahrain's Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) is seeking stakeholders' help in drawing up a spectrum release plan. by Martin Sims last modified Feb 08, 2010 04:00 PM — filed under: , , , — Relevance: 1%
UK 2.6 GHz auction looks further away than ever
A likely Competition Commission investigation, a new threat of legal action and a forthcoming general election means the release of this crucial band – ... by Mike Newlands last modified Feb 10, 2010 01:57 PM — filed under: , — Relevance: 1%
Can femtocells contain the mobile data explosion?
Femtocells can double the capacity of a mobile network without requiring any additional spectrum, says the chairman of the technology's lobby group. But the ... by Martin Sims, Barcelona last modified Feb 23, 2010 11:09 AM — filed under: , , — Relevance: 1%
Middle East leads the way for inflight connectivity
Thanks to quick action from regulators and legislators in Middle Eastern countries, Oman Air is about to become the first airline in the world to offer full ... by Michael Newlands last modified Jan 30, 2010 12:10 PM — filed under: , — Relevance: 1%
Countries consider approving 3G and RLAN network spec revisions
ITU member countries will approve two revised recommendations dealing with 3G and RLAN networks unless objections arise by April 19, the Radiocommunication ... by Scott Billquist, Geneva Correspondent last modified Feb 08, 2010 02:16 PM — filed under: , — Relevance: 1%
Dutch pick up the UK's auction baton
The ground-breaking approach of using auction design to determine spectrum packaging seems to be off the agenda in the UK but should be tested in practice in ... by Michael Newlands last modified Feb 11, 2010 02:00 PM — filed under: , — Relevance: 1%
WiMAX camp appeals for early auction of UK 2.6 GHz centre gap
With auctioning of 2.6 GHz in the UK getting pushed further and further back, government and regulators are being urged to sell the 50 MHz central block of TDD ... by Michael Newlands last modified Feb 12, 2010 02:03 PM — filed under: , — Relevance: 1%
Who should relinquish spectrum for US recession-busting plan?
As the US Federal Communications Commission prepares to unveil its national broadband plan, proposals to claw back spectrum from federal agencies and ... by Dugie Standeford last modified Feb 23, 2010 11:06 AM — filed under: — Relevance: 1%
FCC plans to free up 500 Mhz over next decade
Details have started to emerge of the US national broadband plan. Proposals are set to include the auction of the 700 MHz D Block and spectrum voluntarily ... by Dugie Standeford last modified Feb 26, 2010 03:52 PM — filed under: , — Relevance: 1%
Finland to hold its first spectrum auction
The sale of 2.6GHz spectrum in November will be the first time Finland has sold a band to the highest bidder. It has previously preferred less market-based ... by Dugie Standeford last modified Sep 25, 2009 01:30 PM — filed under: — Relevance: 1%
Hong Kong: high prices for LTE but WiMAX spectrum unsold
The Hong Kong 2.6 GHz auction has closed with what's being described as a "victory for the LTE camp" by Michael Newlands last modified Jan 27, 2009 11:44 AM — filed under: — Relevance: 1%
Two new entrants win licenses in Dutch 2.6 GHz auction
The first part of the Dutch 2.6 GHz auction has come to a close with telecoms regulator Agentschap Telecom announcing five winning bidders. by Michael Newlands last modified Apr 23, 2010 10:45 AM — filed under: , — Relevance: 1%
Does Norway's 2.6 GHz auction suggest we should stick to the European plan?
As the Dutch market-driven 2.6 GHz auction draws to a close what does the Norwegian experience tell us about harmonising spectrum allocations? by Jonathan Watson last modified Apr 23, 2010 02:01 PM — filed under: — Relevance: 1%
Dutch 2.6 GHz auction attracts nine entrants
Thanks to restrictions which ensure the bulk of spectrum is reserved for newcomers to the local telecoms market, the upcoming Dutch 2.6 GHz auction has ... by Michael Newlands last modified Mar 18, 2010 10:30 AM — filed under: , — Relevance: 1%
Border issues with Russia hampers use of digital dividend band
Under pressure to free up the 800 MHz band for wireless services, some European countries are still trying to resolve interference problems with Russia. The ... by Dugie Standeford last modified Mar 26, 2010 11:43 AM — filed under: , — Relevance: 1%
Editorial: lessons from UK's refarming failure
Governments need to stand firm behind regulators threatened with legal action rather than starting the consultation process all over again. by Martin Sims, Managing Editor last modified Apr 16, 2010 04:04 PM — filed under: , — Relevance: 1%
New wireless technology promises fibre speeds for up to one kilometre
A European project developing mm wave photonics says it can deliver speeds of 10Gb/s at 60GHz for last mile services as well as home networks that can support ... by Michael Newlands last modified Jan 21, 2009 12:14 PM — filed under: — Relevance: 1%
Passage of UK spectrum proposals depends on the Tories and BT
The UK government's plans for digital mobile spectrum look unlikely to be included in the normal business of this parliament but could get agreement in a ... by Michael Newlands last modified Mar 12, 2010 02:28 PM — filed under: , — Relevance: 1%
2008 Review: US free wireless broadband in limbo
A decision on whether or not the US public would get a free nationwide broadband service supported by advertising was postponed until sometime in 2009 due to ... by admin last modified Jan 09, 2009 02:02 PM — filed under: — Relevance: 1%
Indian BWA auction raises $8.23 billion
India’s broadband wireless access (BWA) auction of licences to operate in the 2.3 GHz band ended this morning having raised a total of $8.23 billion for ... by Michael Newlands last modified Jun 11, 2010 12:00 PM — filed under: — Relevance: 1%
Auctions highlight need for reform of Indian spectrum policy
The Indian BWA and 3G auctions of the past few weeks have thrown up a number of surprises, ranging from the amount of money bid to the identities of some of ... by Michael Newlands last modified Jun 14, 2010 04:54 PM — filed under: — Relevance: 1%
Indian “super auction” planned before year end
India now seems on track to proceed with an auction of seven national licenses, covering both 3G and WiMAX frequencies. The opportunity to address a market of ... by Michael Newlands last modified Sep 14, 2009 12:21 PM — filed under: , — Relevance: 1%
T-Mobile withdraws from UK 2.6 GHz legal challenge
Only one mobile operator, 02, is now pursuing the legal action which has blocked the auction of 2.6 Ghz in the UK. by Martin Sims last modified Mar 26, 2009 02:05 PM — filed under: , — Relevance: 1%
Big three operators happy with low-cost German auction
Germany’s super auction featuring four different spectrum bands has fizzled out after more than a month of incremental bidding. The final takings of €4.4 bn ... by Michael Newlands last modified May 26, 2010 02:03 PM — filed under: , — Relevance: 1%
Danish 2.6 GHz auction raises 50 times more than Dutch auction
Denmark’s auction of 2.6 GHz spectrum came to an end today with four bidders paying a combined €136 million for 2 x 70 MHz of paired FDD spectrum and 45 MHz of ... by Michael Newlands last modified May 26, 2010 02:22 PM — filed under: , — Relevance: 1%
Lack of competition stifles European auctions
The consensus amongst spectrum consultants is that the recent spate of auctions in Europe have mainly resulted in good results for operators, disappointing ... by Michael Newlands last modified May 27, 2010 03:22 PM — filed under: , — Relevance: 1%
E-Bay-type website used for successful spectrum auction
What is believed to be the world’s first spectrum auction conducted through an online auction house has been proclaimed a success by regulator Norwegian Post ... by Michael Newlands last modified May 31, 2010 09:12 AM — filed under: — Relevance: 1%
South Africa launches process for 2.6 GHz and 3.5 GHz spectrum assignments
South African regulator ICASA sticks to its hybrid auction plan, with several key changes. by Dugie Standeford last modified Jun 03, 2010 12:14 PM — filed under: , — Relevance: 1%