Many of the Big Tech companies’ consumer and commercial products and services rely on access to a broad array of spectrum resources and Amazon, Google, Microsoft and Meta are all ardent supporters of unlicensed and shared spectrum policies. In varying degrees, the four companies are also increasingly interested in the… Read more...

Apple recognises the importance of unlicensed and shared spectrum access and hybrid connectivity solutions. It argues that licence-exempt wireless access systems play a key role in global connectivity, complementing licensed mobile networks and driving innovation in devices and services. To meet future indoor connectivity needs, Apple argues that regulators will… Read more...

Microsoft has a "multi-technology and multi-frequency approach" which translates to interests in spectrum across a wide range of bands. Microsoft is also a strong supporter of unlicensed and shared spectrum policies. In February 2026, Microsoft announced a new collaboration with SpaceX’s Starlink combining low-Earth orbit satellite connectivity with community-based deployment… Read more...

Meta supports balanced spectrum policies that leverage both licensed and unlicensed frameworks and promote efficient spectrum sharing and dynamic spectrum access. Meta also supports local licensing frameworks targeting private 5G networks. In 2026, the company is transitioning its Virtual Reality-based metaverse platform to a mobile-centric platform. Read more...

Google’s extensive line of connectivity products and solutions typically rely on the use of unlicensed spectrum resources across a wide array of bands, while it also partners with holders of licensed spectrum, operating as an MVNO to deliver its Google Fi Wireless service and its Distributed Cloud Edge private 5G… Read more...

Amazon is increasingly active in both the wireless and satellite sectors and is a strong supporter of unlicensed and shared spectrum policies. In 2026, the spotlight is on Amazon’s satellite business where Amazon Leo has been authorised by the FCC to add thousands of satellites to its existing constellation, while… Read more...

Intel considers that 5G and Wi-Fi are both essential and complementary in providing broadband connectivity to the world. Intel has business interests in both technologies and supports spectrum for licensed and licence-exempt use. Core spectrum policy principles for Intel are the availability of international harmonised spectrum, particularly licensed spectrum between… Read more...

Apple argues that regulators should adopt a "balanced" approach in assigning both licensed and license-exempt spectrum. It argues that assignment mechanisms should be technology and service-neutral. Apple supports unlicensed use of the entire 6 GHz band. Apple is also progressing its satellite connectivity plans through an agreement with Globalstar. Read more...

Amazon is increasingly active in both the mobile and satellite ecosystems. It is a strong supporter of unlicensed and shared spectrum use. Amazon’s project Kuiper is authorised to use Ka-band spectrum and the protection and preservation of the 28 GHz band for satellite services is a priority for Amazon. The… Read more...

Meta Platforms, formerly Facebook, is a key supporter of unlicensed spectrum, notably in the 6 GHz and 60 GHz bands, and a leading force in the Open RAN sector. Read more...