Spectrum, Stations, and Servers: Three Policy Shifts Reshaping TMT in 2026
The latest "MediaTalk" podcast unpacks three regulatory developments transforming the tech, media, and telecom sectors:
Spectrum Auction Returns: The FCC is set to auction 160 megahertz of upper C-band spectrum by July 2027 — the first auction in years. This mid-band spectrum will supercharge 5G and fixed wireless capabilities, with commercial service launching in major markets by 2030.
Broadcast Ownership Cap Eliminated: The FCC repealed the decades-old 39% national ownership cap for TV station ownership. This controversial move could trigger a consolidation wave in local broadcasting…
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