The FCC’s decision to allocate 4.9 GHz spectrum rights to FirstNet and AT&T is transforming communications for public safety networks. By unlocking underutilized bandwidth, this move enhances infrastructure, bridging gaps in emergency responses.
UScellular is selling $1 billion worth of spectrum to Verizon as part of its shift towards becoming an infrastructure-focused company. This sale accompanies a $4.4 billion acquisition of its wireless operations by T-Mobile.
The government of Peru’s innovative plan to allocate 5G spectrum to telecommunication operators prioritizes coverage expansion over cash payments. This initiative aims to accelerate the deployment of 5G standalone technology, particularly in underserved rural areas. This regulation enhances infrastructure growth while reducing financial burdens, promising to reshape Peru’s telecom landscape.
NTT Docomo is set to launch New Radio dual connectivity technology, offering download speeds up to 6.6 Gbps using 5G Standalone architecture. Utilizing sub-6GHz bands and mmWave, this VoIP-enhancing tech will debut in Tokyo and Kanagawa starting August 1.
The Office of the Communications Authority (OFCA) in Hong Kong will auction new spectrum in the 850/900 MHz, 2.3 GHz, and 6/7 GHz bands to boost 5G network capacity, speed, and coverage. This strategic allocation is vital for enhancing public mobile communications, offering long-term licenses to successful bidders.
Dutch operators KPN, Odido, and Ziggo have secured new 5G frequencies in a recent auction. The 174.4 million euro investment ensures cutting-edge capabilities for VoIP communications, benefiting sectors like healthcare and logistics.
The Netherlands’ telecommunications regulator has announced that KPN, Odido, and VodafoneZiggo each secured 100 MHz of spectrum in the 3.5GHz band, marking a significant step for 5G development in the country. This auction, raising €174.4 million, ensures advanced 5G services with enhanced network capacity and higher throughput, promising innovations for businesses and consumers alike.
India’s recent 5G spectrum auction concluded with disappointing results, generating significantly less revenue than anticipated. The auction ended after only seven rounds, raising INR113 billion ($1.35 billion), a stark contrast to the INR960 billion ($11.49 billion) reserve price set by the government.
In a groundbreaking move, Hong Kong has allocated mmWave frequencies to its four mobile network operators without charging for the spectrum. The Office of the Communications Authority (OFCA) announced on Tuesday that it will distribute 1.2 GHz of spectrum in the 26 GHz and 28 GHz bands in the third quarter of this year, following applications from the telcos earlier this year.
The Finnish telecommunications equipment provider Nokia and Swedish operator group Telia joined forces to conduct a trial assessing the utility of the 6 GHz spectrum for massive MIMO 5G. Their outdoor trial, held at Nokia’s Research and Development center in Espoo, Finland, featured the utilization of a 128TRX antenna based on Nokia’s AirScale Habrok radio and a test terminal from MediaTek equipped with integrated antennas. While specifics on speeds and feeds remain undisclosed, the trial reportedly proceeded successfully.
