by Dianne Northfield
Amazon, Meta (née Facebook), Google and Microsoft continue to focus on unlicensed spectrum but their interest in licensed spectrum—for both wireless and satellite communications—is growing. Read more...
by Dianne Northfield
In 2022, Microsoft is continuing its march into both the 5G (and private 5G) and telco spaces. In addition to its long-standing support for unlicensed spectrum and spectrum sharing, Microsoft has upped its stakes in the satellite sector meaning that its interest in spectrum availability for satellite operators also becomes… Read more...
by Dianne Northfield
Google has extensive experience in cloud-based spectrum sharing in the CBRS 3.5 GHz band and is now positioned as an Automated Frequency Coordination System Operator in the 6 GHz band in the US. It is a key supporter of unlicensed mid-band spectrum, along with unlicensed 60 GHz. Read more...
by Dianne Northfield
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...
by Dianne Northfield
Amazon is increasingly active in both the mobile and satellite ecosystems. Notably, it plans to more than double its Kuiper satellite fleet to deliver broadband connectivity around the world. It is also directly positioning itself to provide private 5G, initially using unlicensed 3.5 GHz spectrum in the US. Read more...
by Laura Sear
The world’s biggest economy continues to lead in spectrum policy innovation Read more...
by Laura Sear
Canada’s spectrum policy continues to keep up with spectrum regulation in the US. Its last two auctions have been expensive for operators. Read more...
by Richard Haas
Having finally completed its ambitious 5G auction, Brazilian mobile operators focus on achieving the stringent coverage obligations associated with this new swath of spectrum. Read more...
by Richard Haas
After successfully completing 5G spectrum auctions, France seeks to better support the development of 5G verticals while also addressing EMF concerns. Read more...
by Richard Haas
Germany has adjusted its vertical spectrum licencing programme to include mobile network operators, but the country remains uncertain about which assignment method to use for its upcoming 800 MHz, 1800 MHz and 2.6 GHz award. Read more...