Spectrum – The leading edge of the 5G Gold Rush
5G is leading to a new ecosystem of devices and services, enabling much higher speed and lower latency transmission to support increased levels of video content, connected cars and Internet of Things (IoT). For this tall order, mobile carriers will need to exploit frequency assets across a range of bands [...]
Swiss Consultation 700 MHz, 1400 MHz, 3.6 GHz
Ofcom has initiated a consultation on a future licensing process in Switzerland for the 700 MHz, 1400 MHz and 3.6 GHz ranges. It is planning to hold an auction in late 2018 and is seeking input now on whether the bands should be considered together or auctioned separately, what the [...]
The Next USA Auctions: Not All for Spectrum – The FCC has a Full Agenda
There are number of FCC processes in the pipeline that involve auctions, but not all for spectrum licenses. Connect America Fund (CAF) and Mobility Fund (MF)– These funds provide subsidy for broadband deployment in unserved and underserved areas and were borne out of the 2010 National Broadband Plan. An [...]
mmWave Transactions Focused on 5G – Upper Bands are “Hot”
How much spectrum is required for 5G? The short answer is a lot. The detailed answer varies according to each carrier’s spectrum holdings but most carriers will need to at least double or more than double their spectrum holdings to offer quality 5G services. Spectrum in different [...]