Norwegian regulator Nkom has launched a consultation on proposed rules for a high-band spectrum auction it wants to hold this autumn. The consultation includes proposals on reserve prices, auction format and spectrum divisions. The regulator will hold a webinar on 14 March on the two options for the auction format -… Read more...

Hong Kong's Communication Authority has invited interested industry parties to submit their views on using the 26 GHz and 28 GHz bands for the provision of 5G services. The Communication Authority plans to make 4.1 GHz of contiguous spectrum available for mobile use in the 26 GHz and 28 GHz bands… Read more...

Ofcom has received requests from Urban Wimax Limited and Cable & Wireless UK to vary their 28 GHz Broadband Fixed Wireless Access (BFWA) licences by extending the duration of the licences indefinitely beyond the current expiry date of December 31, 2015. In the consultation document, Ofcom says it is appropriate and… Read more...

Ofcom has issued a consultation on its intention to levy Administered Incentive Pricing (AIP) fees on spectrum licences for the 28 GHz bands. The spectrum was auctioned in November 2000 as 15-year length Broadband Fixed Wireless Access (BFWA) licences. Following requests from the licence holders, Ofcom decided in July 2013… Read more...