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US mobile industry makes its case for 7–8 GHz as a key 6G band
Oct 29, 2024
by Richard Haas

A US mobile trade body has published a new white paper highlighting the importance of the band for 6G. Read more...

Spectrum sharing faces specific challenges in Canada, the UK and US
Oct 23, 2024
by Laura Sear

Panellists from Canada, the UK and the US spoke at a recent industry event about the challenges facing spectrum sharing between defence and commercial users in their countries. Read more...

Canada considers satellite D2D rules
Jul 16, 2024
by Dugie Standeford

As part of a strategy to make wireless connectivity available across Canada's vast territory, the regulator is considering satellite direct-to-device (D2D) coverage. Read more...

Canadian 3.8 GHz auction raises less than expected
Dec 11, 2023
by Dugie Standeford

The 3800 MHz auction raised less than a quarter of the amount raised in the 3500 MHz auction despite offering more spectrum. Read more...

LEO operators seek review of Article 22 interference limits
Dec 01, 2023
by Richard Handford

LEO and GEO satellite operators are split over a proposed agenda item for WRC-27 which is also dividing opinion among governments. Read more...

AFC system approval should help Wi-Fi 6E
Oct 23, 2023
by Dugie Standeford

Standard power 6 GHz-enabled devices for Wi-Fi 6E are becoming available and are expected to spread quickly as administrations approve automated frequency coordination systems (AFCs). Read more...

Canadian use-it-or-lose-it proposal makes spectrum policy a political talking point
May 17, 2023
by Mirva Villa

Critics of the bill include the regulator ISED and the Canadian mobile industry association, who claim its one-size-fits-all approach would not achieve its stated aim. Read more...

Rogers acquisition of Shaw delayed over transfer of spectrum licences
Feb 22, 2023
by Laura Sear

Canadian industry minister Francois-Philippe Champagne has said he is "not near a decision" on the transfer of spectrum from Freedom Mobile (part of Shaw) to Quebecor. The C$26 billion merger is due to complete by 31 March. Read more...

Canada seeks to open terahertz spectrum for mobile industry
Jun 01, 2022
by Laura Sear

Canada is looking to release spectrum above 95 GHz for 6G or 5G backhaul applications. These frequencies are widely used for passive services, such as weather satellites and radio astronomy. Mobile applications in the bands are currently in an experimental phase. Read more...

Canada sells C-band spectrum for record prices
Aug 03, 2021
by Toby Youell

Canada has sold regional licences for spectrum in the 3450—3650 MHz band for CAD 8.91 billion ($7.12 billion). Read more...