FCC begins 5G spectrum auction
The FCC secured commitments from fixed satellite companies to move into the upper portion of the C-band, which will free up the mid-band spectrum for 5G wireless services.
The FCC secured commitments from fixed satellite companies to move into the upper portion of the C-band, which will free up the mid-band spectrum for 5G wireless services.
SES will make substantial investments with US companies to meet accelerated clearing goal and support Americas global leadership in 5G.
While SES and Telesat welcomed the FCCs decision, ABS claimed it was fatally flawed, adding that it would challenge the order in court.
A public auction for the C-band spectrum is anticipated before the end of 2020, according to the FCC.
Eutelsat Communications said that the auction was an important first step to clear C-Band frequencies for mobile 5G services. The FCC expects the auction to happen before the end of ...