Expert Opinion
Fernando Murias: Dynamic Spectrum Sharing Is a Critical Path Forward
Dynamic Spectrum Sharing describes the way that multiple users can coexist in the same frequencies without interference.
Spectrum
The use of radio frequency spectrum enables the delivery of high-speed wireless Internet access. Whether licensed, unlicensed or shared, radio frequency spectrum is the critical resource for wireless communication. The Communications Act of 1934 gave the FCC authority to auction spectrum, but that auction authority expired in March 2023.
5G Wireless
OnGo Touts Google's Implementation of New Spectrum Sharing Rules
Google said said the adoption of less conservative and more realistic propagation models has led to dramatic improvements in CBRS.
OTI
Utilities Oppose Plan to Assign 4.9 GHz Band to FirstNet
The proposal to put FirstNet in charge of the band called for blocking non-public safety users.
FCC
C-band Seeing Propagation Struggles: Analyst
Verizon and AT&T are relying on the spectrum for their 5G networks.
FCC
Cable Opposes Giving Prime Airwaves to FirstNet
NCTA joined T-Mobile and Verizon in calling the move a windfall for FirstNet vendor AT&T.
FCC
FirstNet Modified Contract to Help AT&T Meet Milestones, Says Report
Commerce Department inspector general says changes allowed AT&T to meet nationwide coverage metrics, instead of state-by-state requirements.
Spectrum
Tech Company Offers Spectrum-Sharing Plan to Help Public Safety
Axon offers a compromise to protect Wi-Fi users.
FCC
Verizon CEO Asks Rosenworcel Not to Hand 4.9 GHz Band to AT&T
Allowing AT&T's public safety network access to the 4.9 GHz band would be a substantial windfall, according to Verizon.
800 MHz
AST SpaceMobile, Verizon, AT&T Share Low-Band Spectrum
The shared spectrum will ensure wider coverage that benefits subscribers to all companies.
Spectrum
Flexible Spectrum Key For Future Development, Expert Says
Increased spectrum sharing is the way to handle user demand in the midst of spectrum shortages, expert says
OTI
Expanded CBRS Service Areas Expected End-of-Summer
The FCC is circulating a proposal on more changes to the Citizens Broadband Radio Service.
Defense
FCC Announces New Rules Expanding CBRS Coverage
Updated interference modeling puts 72 million more people in uninterrupted service areas, the agency said.
Broadband Live
Broadband Breakfast on June 26, 2024 – Spectrum Policy and Smart Cities
Spectrum enables seamless communication between smart devices like sensors and cameras
Expert Opinion
It’s Time for Congress to Step Up to the Plate on Broadband Reform
Congress should also take steps to provide continued funding for the Affordable Connectivity Program.
FCC
No Funding for ACP, Rip-and-Replace in FCC’s FY25 Budget Request
Many budget priorities hinge on Congress reinstating the commission's spectrum auction authority.
Defense
Defense Department Offers Olive Branch for Cooperation on Commercial Spectrum
Lt. Gen. David Isaacson acknowledged the friction between wireless companies and the Department of Defense over access to spectrum.
