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3GPP finalises 5G eMBB standards

Telecoms standards body 3GPP has published Release 15, which brings the enhanced mobile broadband (eMBB) 5G technology standardisation process to a close. 

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US: Republicans pivot towards spectrum sharing

Contrary to what might be expected, the Trump Administration is placing a new emphasis on opening up Federal frequencies to commercial users through spectrum sharing.

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Nigeria authorises spectrum trading

The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has approved a new spectrum trading framework which allows telecoms service providers to trade or lease unused spectrum.

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Serbia and Romania to assign 700 MHz spectrum in 2019

As numerous Eastern European countries accelerate their efforts to release the 694-790 MHz band for mobile broadband services, Serbia and Romania are pushing ahead with their plans to launch 5G…

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Viewpoint: The key to 5G success? Planning permission.

The spectrum world has a recipe for a successful technology. It includes harmonised spectrum; recognised standards; a device ecosystem; compelling use cases; and industry support. But there is one element we tend…

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FCC proceeds with mmWave 5G plans

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has voted to approve a consultation document on the mmWave bands without substantive changes in spite of potential international issues and resistance from a major…