Earnings
EchoStar Selling More Spectrum to SpaceX
SpaceX is buying unpaired AWS-3 licenses for $2.6 billion in stock.
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.
Expert Opinion
Bill Maguire: Faster Disaster Recovery Depends on Smart Communications Policy
Local governments must be empowered in communications infrastructure policy to ensure faster disaster recovery.
Spectrum
Frequency Forward Wants FCC Hearing on Musk's China Ties
The group said the agency shouldn't approve SpaceX's latest spectrum deal without such a hearing.
Spectrum
Spectrum Bill Raises Questions on Equity, Wi-Fi, and Rural Reach
Anchor institution panelists warned of broadband setbacks.
Spectrum
FCC Plans November Vote on Upper C-band Proposal
The agency said it would seek comment on auctioning up to 180 megahertz.
Spectrum
FCC Plans to Overhaul Rules Governing Upper Microwave Spectrum
A diverse coalition called for a light licensing approach to open idle frequencies.
Spectrum
EchoStar, FCC in Talks to Resolve AWS-3 Auction Lawsuit
EchoStar fears it could be on the hook for shortfall payments if the re-auction doesn't fetch enough cash.
Spectrum
Carriers, Airlines Say 180 Megahertz of Upper C-band Could be Auctioned Safely
Satellite video distribution services would need to be compressed or relocated.
Spectrum
AT&T, EchoStar: Spectrum Sale Won’t Harm Competition
AT&T wants the extra airwaves to boost its fixed wireless service.
Spectrum
Spectrum Fight Flares in Defense Bill Negotiations
Opponents warn outcome could hinder U.S. spectrum auctions and innovation.
Spectrum
Hudson: FCC Should ‘Be Very Careful’ About Disrupting CBRS
Republican lawmakers in both chambers of Congress have called for protecting the band.
Spectrum
Senate Passes Defense Bill Without Changes to Spectrum Language
The head of the House Energy and Commerce Committee and the White House oppose the provision.
Spectrum
Spectrum Licenses Create Property Rights: USTelecom
The group said the government should have to compensate license holders if it seizes their airwaves.
Briefs
Verizon Teams With AST SpaceMobile on Space-Based Cellular Service
Verizon has signed a deal with AST SpaceMobile to provide cellular service from space beginning next year.
Spectrum
WISPA to FCC: Don’t Sell General Access CBRS Spectrum
The group noted most CBRS devices are associated with at least one general access license.
Spectrum
Levin: Chinese Investment in SpaceX Unlikely to Hold up Spectrum Deal
The FCC will have to clear the company's $17 billion spectrum purchase from EchoStar.
