FCC Fast-Tracks Spectrum Shakeup
The FCC just shook up the wireless landscape, fast-tracking three huge spectrum deals in under a week. Verizon landed $1 billion in new licenses covering millions of rural Americans—despite protests from small carriers who warn it could crush competition in remote areas. Meanwhile, AT&T and SpaceX split EchoStar’s spectrum, unlocking over $40 billion in airwaves for next-gen 5G and direct-to-device connectivity. For consumers, this means faster speeds and broader coverage could arrive in months, not years, but the race to deploy comes with risks of regulatory backlash and escalating price…
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