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Pentagon plan to relocate CBRS sparks fierce industry backlash

Pentagon plan to relocate CBRS sparks fierce industry backlash

A controversial DOD proposal to relocate Citizens Broadband Radio Services (CBRS) spectrum from 3.55–3.65 GHz to the lower 3 GHz band is drawing sharp criticism from across the broadband landscape. The plan, which echoes a previous proposal by AT&T, would open up spectrum for auction

Ajit Pai appointed as CTIA's new president and CEO

Ajit Pai appointed as CTIA's new president and CEO

CTIA has announced that former FCC chair Ajit Pai will assume the roles of President and CEO effective 1 April 2025, as reported by Fierce Wireless. Pai succeeds Meredith Attwell Baker, who has led the organization since 2014 and announced her retirement in December. Pai brings extensive experience in telecommunications

FCC’s 4.9 GHz decision sparks public safety debate, faces legal challenge

FCC’s 4.9 GHz decision sparks public safety debate, faces legal challenge

As tipped by Fierce Wireless, the FCC’s recent decision to allocate 50 megahertz of 4.9 GHz band spectrum to FirstNet, AT&T's public safety network, has sparked controversy. While the Fraternal Order of Police praised the decision for enhancing first responders who selected FirstNet for