Expert Opinion
Mike Rogers and Bruce Crawford: A Path Forward on Spectrum
The lower 3 GigaHertz (GHz) and 7-8 GHz bands are the best opportunities to close our nation’s spectrum gap.
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.
CTIA
Spectrum Leaders Call for Balance Amidst Standstill
Leaders in the spectrum industry emphasize the symbiotic relationship between national security and economic growth.
Defense
Senators Disagree on Spectrum Auction Proceeds
Democratic lawmakers supported using proceeds to fund the Affordable Connectivity Program.
Defense
Implementation Steps for National Spectrum Strategy Announced
The implementation plan aims to bolster the U.S. spectrum workforce to support future wireless policy and innovation.
Defense
Thune and Cruz Introduce Bill to Reinstate FCC Auction Authority
The bill would also require the NTIA to flag 2,500 megahertz of federal spectrum for repurposing.
FCC
FCC Seeks Advice on Doing Spectrum Licenses Without Auctions
How to encourage deployment of wireless services across the nation without relying on spectrum auctions?
Expert Opinion
Nate Scherer: No Auctioning Authority is Nothing Worth Celebrating
March 9, 2024, marks the one year anniversary since Congress let the FCC's auction authority expire.
FCC
FCC Authorizes Unlicensed Operations of 6 GHz Band
Seven new systems were greenlit to manage spectrum in the 6 GHz band.
Spectrum
Potential $200 Billion Loss for U.S. Economy Without Global Spectrum Harmonization: Report
The U.S. faces challenges in harmonizing the 3.45-3.55 GHz band with its global counterparts, the report said.
NTIA
Greater Spectrum Sharing Will Be Necessary, Says FCC Commissioner Anna Gomez
Gomez lauded the National Telecommunications and Information Administration's national spectrum strategy's four pillars.
Spectrum
FCC Enhances Broadband Access on Airplanes and Vessels with New Spectrum Rules
Companies have been eyeing the 70/80/90 GHz bands to power alternatives to satellite.
Spectrum
NTIA Must Outline Clear Spectrum Auction Targets for U.S. 5G Leadership: CTIA
CTIA’s strategy calls for resolving deficit in private access to lower 3 GHz band.
Spectrum
Funding and Unified Standards Essential for Open RAN: Experts
Dish is planning to stand up an NTIA-funded testing facility in the next 6 months.
Spectrum
CES 2024: NTIA and House Commerce Weigh in on Spectrum Policy
Reinstating FCC auction authority is the 'number one priority' of the Energy and Commerce Committee Chair.
CES2024
CES 2024: FCC Commissioners Talk Net Neutrality, Spectrum, Favorite Gadgets
Commissioners Brendan Carr and Anna Gomez spoke at the event 'Conversation with a Commissioner' panel.
Spectrum
CES 2024: More Spectrum and Auction Authority Necessary for 5G
The White House released a long-term spectrum plan in November, but the FCC still lacks auction authority.
