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C-band bidders scramble for resources amid strong 5G auction activity

15 December, 2020

Pressure is piling on heavily indebted US telcos to boost cash resources as early-stage C-band proceeds have already more than doubled the entire CBRS mmWave auction. While AT&T is shedding non-core assets, MNO newcomer Dish Network is turning to convertible debt.

The C-band auction...

Satellite TV goes into holding pattern as sector awaits deal outcome in telecoms

5 November, 2020

The DTH segment of satellite appears to be adopting a wait-and-see posture as the outcome of developments in the telecoms and cable sectors are up in the air.

This includes what is reportedly a December due date for bids involving AT&T’s pay-TV…

Spectrum acquisition and rural broadband grant strategies coming to light

20 October, 2020

The main players and their early game plans in the rush for spectrum resources and connectivity grants are becoming clearer in the US, with cablecos choosing to team up for C-band coming as a surprise to some. As the US unveils bidders planning to take part in the Rural Digital Opportunity Fund, a €750bn (US$887bn) European Recovery Fund is also targeting digital and green initiatives in the pandemic’s wake.

The FCC released...

Post-pandemic planning in terrestrial connectivity spawns advent of special purpose acquisition vehicles

7 October, 2020

Post-pandemic planning is taking hold in terrestrial connectivity, including the sudden appearance of special purpose acquisition companies seeking nearly US$1.5bn in combined investment.

Network planning is ongoing, as executives in the sector are also focusing on the organic growth of…

T-Mobile girds for 5G clash as other connectivity ecosystems lurk on horizon

24 September, 2020

T-Mobile could be preparing to battle cable while aligning with providers of satellite connectivity as the US MNO launches a flurry of initiatives as part of its 5G strategy.

The telco has an advantage over other providers prepping for increased 5G competition as it has…

C-band bidders scramble for resources amid strong 5G auction activity

Satellite TV goes into holding pattern as sector awaits deal outcome in telecoms

Spectrum acquisition and rural broadband grant strategies coming to light

Post-pandemic planning in terrestrial connectivity spawns advent of special purpose acquisition vehicles

T-Mobile girds for 5G clash as other connectivity ecosystems lurk on horizon

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