The Belgian Institute for Postal Services and Telecommunications is considering a new fee mechanism for radio relay links. The regulator is proposing to change the annual fee payment from link-based to MHz-based to encourage efficient use of spectrum. The consultation is open until May 12, 2023. Read more...

The National Agency for Regulation in Electronic Communications and Information Technology (ANRCETI) is consulting on licences and licence conditions for DAB+ spectrum in the 174-230 MHz frequency band. There are two simultaneous consultations related to the subject. Both consultations close soon, on April 21, 2023. Read more...

The FCC has launched a consultation on the proposed rule for a new framework for satellite and terrestrial networks cooperation. The rule would enable terrestrial and satellite operators to collaborate to supplement terrestrial coverage from space. The comments are due on May 12, while reply comments can be submitted until… Read more...

The FCC is seeking comments on the implementation of the Low Power Protection Act, which provides LPTV stations with a limited one-year period to apply for primary spectrum use status. The act includes the eligibility criteria for low power TV stations seeking a Class A licence. The deadline for comments… Read more...

The Federal Aviation Administration has opened comments on a proposed new directive for helicopters' radio altimeters. The directive is proposing limitations prohibiting certain operations requiring radio altimeter data when in the presence of 5G C-Band interference in areas as identified by Notices to Air Missions (NOTAMs). The FAA says new… Read more...

NATO cannot take advantage of 5G infrastructure that remains unbuilt because of regulatory conflicts with Russia, says a report commissioned by the US Under Secretary of Defense for Research and Engineering. Read more...

10-year licences in the 3.30—3.34 GHz band are on offer in the normal manner but with the twist that exclusivity only lasts for six months. Read more...

In 1998, a new company called Iridium developed the first handheld satellite phone with global coverage. In the same year, US Vice President Al Gore made the first phone call on the network. Read more...

Reducing energy use is becoming more and more critical for the telecoms industry. That's not just because it's better for the environment but also because it's better for the bottom line at a time when energy prices are soaring worldwide. Read more...

What are the challenges in measuring energy use and has the telecoms industry found any solutions? Read more...