Spectrum Sleuth

A telecom nerd's alter ego tracking @FCC proceedings. Spectrum policy is complicated. But calling out industry bulls**t isn't.

[Spectrum Sleuth @SpectrumSleuth]

@mpetricone This is 100% true. Europe over regulated and now millions are missing out on the latest innovation.

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@mpetricone @JDGrossman @CTATech Interesting that @CTATech — who called for an "Incentive Auction 2.0" — had no problem with @nabtweets pushing its Broadcast Positioning System during today's hearing. The ATSC 3.0 mandate was the clear winner today.

https://t.co/rPMH6VrfAO

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@23Titan31 @thejoekane @FCC It's the million dollar question.

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@thejoekane @FCC Are you complaining about coexistence or protections that don't exist for unlicensed devices in any other band?

Because if coexistence is possible, what does it matter?

[Spectrum Sleuth @SpectrumSleuth]

AT&T has weighed in on $NN in the FCC #PNT docket

https://t.co/IlSZRixCHt

“The record, such as submissions from SpaceX and NextNav, shows that market forces will still provide an economically viable complement or alternative PNT service, albeit in conjunction with other revenue-generating services that allow the operator to overcome the high bar of zero-cost GPS. This economic model presents a viable framework that will withstand the test of time as technology evolves.”

[Spectrum Sleuth @SpectrumSleuth]

No right answers here. But here's how I think about this.

SpaceX will need low band spectrum once it launches a terrestrial network. Elon can’t rely on Starlink alone if he’s serious about disrupting the telecom industry. I think he is

Also, low-band spectrum assets can be leveraged in many ways to secure deals. Plus, with the IPO they’ll have the cash just to keep it out of the hands of folks like $ASTS. We already know that $IRDM is next on the acquisition list.

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@mil01425146 @darkstarsats @cta @nabtweets Horan gets it.

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This is the equivalent of Charlie Ergen putting a giant for sale sign on the rest of Echostar's spectrum $SATS

https://t.co/Sx1VdFG6Ae

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Interesting look into the @FCC

[Josh Dawsey @jdawsey1]

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@mil01425146 @darkstarsats @cta @nabtweets This announcement from NAB significantly raises the stakes ahead of tomorrow.

https://t.co/FRVvcGR5oj

[Kelcee Griffis @KelceeGriffis]

First in @business: @nabtweets is entering the market for GPS backup technology with a new startup, Merkhet Solutions. New CEO Sam Matheny will testify Thursday in a @HouseCommerce hearing on the tech, as will @NextNav CEO Mariam Sorond, Bloomberg has confirmed.

[Spectrum Sleuth @SpectrumSleuth]

This hearing is about E&C exercising its jurisdiction under the Womack amendment. It's an aggressive way for the Cmte to check an MoC legislating on appropriations.

People missing that the blood feud between @CTA & @nabtweets over ATSC 3.0 is the most likely fireworks we'll see tomorrow.

[Tim Farrar @TMFAssociates]

LOLOL... #cluelesscult

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Politico reporting that the European Commission could kick off the process to allocate the 2GHz satellite spectrum in the coming days, including likely extension of current licenses and potentially earmarking some frequencies for European companies

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@AaronAlberico @TedatPolicyband @JRosenworcel @FCC @Wikipedia @BrendanCarrFCC She was afraid of her own shadow and it’s why her legacy is in shambles. Say what you will about Carr, but he gets things done. There’s no doubt he’s reinvigorated the FCC and made it relevant again.

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@CalgaryLeveen @YouTube This is the thing about these spectrum battles. For the opposition, it’s rarely about the engineering reality. This pretty definitely clears that up.

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@darkstarsats @lindenstcapital I don’t think this has anything to do with Satellite. Musk could try and transform the mobile industry the same way he did launch. This is prime terrestrial spectrum in the long game.

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Big news that’s a lot more puff than anything else.

[Amazon @amazon]

BREAKING: Amazon is acquiring @Globalstar to bring direct-to-device (D2D) satellite connectivity to @Amazonleo, and has signed an agreement with @Apple to power satellite services for iPhone and Apple Watch.

We’ll begin launching Leo D2D services in 2028, ensuring your phone will stay connected even when you're outside of cellular range. The next-gen system will also mean faster speeds, better performance, and seamless integration with our Leo broadband constellation, and will power satellite services for supported iPhone and Apple Watch models, allowing users to text emergency services, message friends and family, request roadside assistance, and more.

Keeping customers connected no matter where in the world they are. ⬇️

[Spectrum Sleuth @SpectrumSleuth]

@TMFAssociates @RogerEntner @FCC It’s crazy how many people overlook the opportunity for SpaceX.

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Lots of space news today…