Another novel method of sharing spectrum has been proposed based on the work of French mathematician Vandermonde. Are such techniques really necessary, or are they just a natural response to regulatory lethargy? Read more...

WRC-12 is off to a quick start, with several agenda items already in the bag, US officials said at a February 2 press briefing. Issues of future allocations for mobile broadband, however, including the 700 MHz “second digital dividend” in African and Arab countries, are still very much alive, they… Read more...

Substantial mobile data growth is not only likely but also affordable for operators, according to a new report by Plum Consulting. The findings “broadly support” the mobile sector’s push for more spectrum, says Brian Williamson, an analyst at the firm. Read more...

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A fourth mobile operator is expected to begin operations in Hungary this year following the success of a consortium formed by state-backed companies in the country’s 900 MHz spectrum auction. Read more...

European spectrum regulators have been too quick to dismiss the idea of pairing 1900–1920 MHz with 2090–2110 MHz to extend mobile broadband services, several operators say. Read more...

UK regulator Ofcom has published an update on its plans to provide the large amount of extra spectrum which is expected to be required for the London Olympic Games later this year. Read more...

A recent licensing decision by the Hungarian spectrum regulator has sparked fears, including from the European Commission, that the government is edging away from democratic principles. The National Media and Infocommunications Authority (NMHH) dismissed the criticism as “sheer political provocation”. Meanwhile, the state could become the country’s fourth mobile operator… Read more...

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France’s industry, energy and digital economy minister has called for an international conference on the value of spectrum. Read more...