Ask about the spectrum inventory the FCC has supposedly conducted and the Commission points you to two "tools" on its website -- but the FCC's website itself casts serious doubt on the utility of those tools and the accuracy of any results they might produce.… Continue Reading
While the FCC dangles the possibility of shared auction proceeds to generate support for TV spectrum re-purposing, there's one nagging problem: the FCC doesn't have the statutory authority to share those proceeds. But three bills introduced in Congress this session might resolve that problem.… Continue Reading
The Chief of the Media Bureau recently spoke to broadcasters, preaching the gospel of incentive auctions. His message: We come in peace, with broadcasters' interests at heart. Broadcasters might be forgiven if, at least for now, they opt for skepticism over unquestioning acceptance.… Continue Reading
As far as the FCC is concerned, it's apparently full speed ahead with the effort to encourage TV broadcasters to relinquish their spectrum so that it can be used to further the National Broadband Plan. The Commission has informally announced a series of webinars promoting the concept.… Continue Reading
Effective immediately, the FCC has terminated acceptance of any applications for new low power TV or TV translator stations or major changes in existing stations in all areas, rural and non-rural alike.… Continue Reading
With just a month to go before the door to the digital promised land for LPTV/TV Translators was supposed to swing open, the Commission has announced that the filing opportunity has been postponed again - this time until further notice.… Continue Reading
If you've been counting the days until the January 25, 2010 opportunity to file for new digital-only LPTV/TV translator stations in non-rural areas, it's time to re-set the calendar. The original January, 2010, date has been postponed to July 26, 2010. One reason for the delay? What else - The Broadband Juggernaut.… Continue Reading
