UK 4G auction

Finally! Bidding starts in UK 4G auction

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After many twists and turns (see here for background), the UK auction of spectrum in the 800 MHz and 2.6 GHz bands started yesterday. Ofcom announced that the bidders are: Everything Everywhere Limited HKT (UK) Company Limited (a subsidiary of PCCW Limited) Hutchison 3G UK Limited MLL Telecom Ltd Niche Spectrum Ventures Limited (a subsidiary of BT …

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UK 4G auction reserve prices proposed, process continues (slowly)

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Regular blog readers will be familiar with the long-running saga of the UK 4G auctions. (If you are looking for a speed read, these Ofcom media briefing slides give a rose-tinted view of the current status). On Tuesday this week Ofcom published a statement setting out its decisions on various outstanding issues  and a draft Information Memorandum for bidders. Decisions Promoting …

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