All Spectrum articles – Page 12

  • Makedonski Telekom begins 5G switch‑on
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    Makedonski Telekom begins 5G switch-on

    2022-03-18T16:11:00Z

    North Macedonian NatCo sets about 5G infrastructure rollout, but forced to rely on DSS in short term. 5G-ready 700MHz and 3.6GHz spectrum still on hold amid competition concerns.

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    Vodacom is big spender in SA spectrum auction

    2022-03-18T15:17:00Z

    Long-awaited auction finally complete, but legal challenge looms. Vodacom is highest bidder, just ahead of MTN, and snags most spectrum. Government halts plan for controversial Wholesale Open Access Network.

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    Ofcom pursues ‘strategy refresh’ on satellite spectrum

    2022-03-17T14:44:00Z

    UK regulator says the growing number of LEO broadband satellites is adding pressure on the use of spectrum. Warns that complexities of managing interference between different NGSO systems could have implications for competition. Starts industry consultation to review where best to focus efforts in space sector.

  • Vodacom on starting line for SA spectrum auction
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    Vodacom on starting line for SA spectrum auction

    2022-03-09T12:00:00Z

    Rain Networks and Telkom win spectrum in the initial ‘opt-in’ auction for tier-two operators. Telkom court case is still due to take place in April 2022. ICASA insists there is no legal impediment to the main auction on Thursday.

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    Joosub says ‘all systems go’ for spectrum auction

    2022-03-06T12:34:00Z

    Telkom secures court hearing dates in April 2022, after the auction is due to take place. President Cyril Ramaphosa says auction will start by early-March 2022. Six operators apply to take part, including MTN, Telkom, and Vodacom.

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    Vodafone Spain ups its 5G and open RAN game

    2022-03-01T17:00:00Z

    Spanish OpCo puts 700MHz spectrum into action to expand 5G coverage. Launches fibre alternative with 5G fixed-wireless access service. Advances open RAN with the country’s first call and an additional test lab.

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    Haas wants extension of spectrum usage rights

    2022-02-03T11:58:00Z

    O2 Germany CEO says BNetZA must “promptly” extend duration of 800MHz, 1,800MHz, and 2.6GHz licence concession beyond 2025. Deems nationwide 5G coverage “achievable” by 2025 at the latest, but calls for less bureaucracy to speed up expansion.

  • T Mobile US flies above 5G turbulence in C Band
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    T-Mobile US flies above 5G turbulence in C-Band

    2022-02-02T13:39:00Z

    Ray happily explains that C-Band interference concerns raised by FAA and airlines do not impact TMUS. When NatCo’s C-band licences come into use in late-2023, Ray confident issues surrounding airline safety will have been resolved. Dispute causes mid-band 5G take-off delays for AT&T and Verizon.

  • T Mobile US adds more mid band spectrum
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    T-Mobile US adds more mid-band spectrum

    2022-02-02T12:39:00Z

    NatCo acquires nearly 200 licences in FCC auction of 3.45GHz–3.55GHz airwaves. Ray not worried by growing mid-band arsenal of AT&T and Verizon.

  • New 5G campus network deal for German refinery
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    New 5G campus network deal for German refinery

    2022-02-01T13:37:00Z

    5G campus network in Schwedt using 2.1GHz frequency band. ‘Dual-slice’ 5G campus network at Hanover trade fair is close to completion. TDE still in running for future BASF campus deals.

  • Vodafone Germany trumpets BASF campus network role
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    Vodafone Germany trumpets BASF campus network role

    2022-01-20T14:07:00Z

    BASF is working with Vodafone Germany on campus network trials. Chemicals giant has campus network licences for Ludwigshafen and Schwarzheide, tying with Deutsche Telekom at the former. Vodafone’s RedBox system not being used in Schwarzheide. Campus network approvals reach 186 in 3.7GHz/3.8GHz band and nine at 26GHz.

  • Auction fate unknown as Telkom mulls interdict U‑turn
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    Auction fate unknown as Telkom mulls interdict U-turn

    2022-01-16T14:09:00Z

    Spectrum auction may still go ahead, despite initial Telkom protests. Vodacom and MTN unite with South African regulator to fight deferral. Telkom offers to withdraw its interdict, provided rivals are open to an “expedited review” of its complaints. Any delay would represent a sixth postponement of the auction, currently ...

  • Vodacom, MTN pick sides in South African auction saga
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    Vodacom, MTN pick sides in South African auction saga

    2022-01-12T16:39:00Z

    Operators unite with South African regulator as rival Telkom requests further delays. Any success for Telkom would represent a sixth postponement of the auction, currently set to take place by the end of March.

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    O2 Germany completes 3G shutdown in final hours of 2021

    2022-01-04T14:46:00Z

    O2 Germany closed last 300 3G sites in December. CEO Markus Haas reiterates call for change in spectrum policy. Spain and UK to follow suit with 3G sunsetting.

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    Movistar gets industrial with Chile 5G launch

    2021-12-20T16:06:00Z

      Telefónica Chile’s 5G network goes live alongside peers Entel and WOM. Plans for “nationwide” availability in early-2022.  

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    TPG cites 5G momentum in Aussie auction snub

    2021-12-08T12:55:00Z

    Australian operator TPG Telecom did not pick up any blocks in the 900MHz auction, with CEO Berroeta claiming its portfolio is strong enough already. TPG’s 5G network live on 700MHz, with 26GHz trials underway. Rivals Optus and Telstra share the spoils in TPG’s absence.

  • Elsewhere in Vodafone Europe: Ofcom sticks to its guns on paired 2.1GHz spectrum
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    Elsewhere in Vodafone Europe: Ofcom sticks to its guns on paired 2.1GHz spectrum

    2021-12-06T17:04:00Z

    Spanish operators to continue to pay “RTVE tax” into 2023; Ofcom stays firm on paired 2.1GHz spectrum pricing, but will consult further on unpaired 2.1GHz spectrum fees.

  • Vodafone wants rapid 5G start after escaping Portugal auction shackles
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    Vodafone wants rapid 5G start after escaping Portugal auction shackles

    2021-12-06T14:03:00Z

    Portuguese OpCo debuts 5G after long delay in securing rights. Little potential for ARPU uplift on show as operators begin 5G commercial race.

  • Vi goes 5G network slicing with Nokia
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    Vi goes 5G network slicing with Nokia

    2021-12-04T14:01:00Z

    Trial in Gandhinagar purportedly enables high-resolution VR content. TRAI sets deadlines for consultation process with “stakeholders” on auction rules for delayed 5G spectrum auction.

  • India 5G auction delayed as Vi showcases prospects
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    India 5G auction delayed as Vi showcases prospects

    2021-12-02T12:27:00Z

    5G-friendly spectrum auction pushed back amid pricing and structure consultations. Vi CEO Takkar outlines ambition to be Digital India frontrunner as government lays out digitalisation ambition. Several pilot projects showcased with partners including Athonet, L&T, and local startups. Ericsson picks up P1; Nokia trailing.