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March 19, 2008
Some Cheers for FCC 700 MHz Auction
By Tim Gray TMCnet Web Editor
One day after some of the dust has settled over the fight for the wireless airwaves currently controlled by the United States government, at least one group came away feeling good about the lengthy process.
The Telecommunications Industry Association (TIA) today commended the Federal Communications Commission (FCC (News - Alert)) on the 700 MHz Auction after 261 rounds of bidding, which drew in more than $19.5 billion in provisionally winning bids.
With the exception of the D Block, designated for public safety services, each of the other spectrum blocks available in the auction has met its reserve price.
“TIA greatly appreciates the efforts of FCC Chairman Martin and the Commission in running a smooth and successful auction,” said TIA President Grant Seiffert.
TIA members will put the auctioned spectrum to important use in meeting the needs of the American public, and the country is expected to benefit significantly from the almost $20 billion raised. The spectrum will provide cutting-edge wireless services that meet the needs of consumers. TIA is continuing to closely watch developments relating to the public safety network, as the FCC deliberates next steps.
“We are excited about the future services that will be delivered, and look forward to working with the Commission in its efforts to craft rules for the effective re-auction of the nationwide D Block licensee for public safety purposes,” said Seiffert.
Tim Gray is a Web Editor for TMCnet, covering news in the IP
communications, call center and customer relationship management industries. To see more of his articles, please visit Tim Gray’s columnist page.
Don't forget to check out TMCnet’s White Paper Library, which provides a selection of in-depth information on relevant topics affecting the IP Communications industry. The library offers white papers, case studies and other documents which are free to registered users.
The Telecommunications Industry Association (TIA) today commended the Federal Communications Commission (FCC (News - Alert)) on the 700 MHz Auction after 261 rounds of bidding, which drew in more than $19.5 billion in provisionally winning bids.
With the exception of the D Block, designated for public safety services, each of the other spectrum blocks available in the auction has met its reserve price.
“TIA greatly appreciates the efforts of FCC Chairman Martin and the Commission in running a smooth and successful auction,” said TIA President Grant Seiffert.
TIA members will put the auctioned spectrum to important use in meeting the needs of the American public, and the country is expected to benefit significantly from the almost $20 billion raised. The spectrum will provide cutting-edge wireless services that meet the needs of consumers. TIA is continuing to closely watch developments relating to the public safety network, as the FCC deliberates next steps.
“We are excited about the future services that will be delivered, and look forward to working with the Commission in its efforts to craft rules for the effective re-auction of the nationwide D Block licensee for public safety purposes,” said Seiffert.
Tim Gray is a Web Editor for TMCnet, covering news in the IP
communications, call center and customer relationship management industries. To see more of his articles, please visit Tim Gray’s columnist page.Don't forget to check out TMCnet’s White Paper Library, which provides a selection of in-depth information on relevant topics affecting the IP Communications industry. The library offers white papers, case studies and other documents which are free to registered users.
