US FCC to review spectrum sharing rules to boost space-based telecom

In a Win for SpaceX, FCC May Loosen Power Limits for Starlink

The FCC has voted to review its decades-old spectrum sharing rules for satellites, following a request from SpaceX, which could lead to faster Starlink speeds.

US FCC to review spectrum sharing rules to boost space-based telecom

WASHINGTON : The Federal Communications Commission on Monday voted to open a review of the decades-old spectrum sharing regime between satellite systems sought by SpaceX.The review aims to allow a greater and more intensive use of spectrum for space activities. Existing reductions approved in the 1990s l

Commission Seeks Input on How China Allocates Spectrum

The U.S.-China Economic and Security Review Commission sought comment Monday on a series of questions as it prepares an unclassified report about China's use of spectrum. Comments are due May 19. "How does China prioritize between conflicting interests in spectrum...

FCC to review space-based spectrum rules

US Federal Communications Commission (FCC) commissioners voted unanimously in favour of conducting a review of decades-old spectrum sharing rules to provide satellite companies with improved coverage, capacity and signal quality. The proposal starts a formal proceeding for the FCC to update technical rules written for the satellite market in the 1990s. The regulatory agency is looking to update power restrictions for the use of Ku and Ka bands t…

FCC launches review of satellite spectrum rules amid SpaceX push, 5G operators raise concerns - TelecomLead

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) on Monday voted to open a formal review of the longstanding spectrum sharing regime that governs satellite systems, a move heavily sought by SpaceX. SpaceX Starlink satellite internet This review marks a significant step by the U.S. telecom regulator to enable more intensive and efficient use of spectrum for modern space activities. The existing power restrictions, put in place in the 1990s, are widely…