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Faster 5G, Billions in Proceeds: FCC’s Spectrum Auction Aims To Expand Wireless Capacity

Brendan Carr say commissioners will vote on the plan this month.

Mark A. Kellner
Jul 02, 2026
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FCC chief Brendan Carr predicts the auction will raise billions. Photo: Federal Communications Commission

The Federal Communications Commission will vote this month on rules to auction 160 megahertz o…

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