Regulators Give Green Light to AT&T (T) for Use of Disruptive Spectrum

October 17, 2012 2:14 PM EDT
Several years ago AT&T (NYSE: T) acquired spectrum but has been unable to use it because of concerns it would interfere or knock out Sirius XM (Nasdaq: SIRI) radio service. Today regulators approved a jointly proposed plan that allows AT&T to use a portion of the band.

The agreement ends a longstanding issues faced by regulators regarding use of the airwaves. Specifically, AT&T will use 20 Mhz of the 30 Mhz it holds and leave the rest empty to protect Sirius service.

AT&T said it may begin using the newly stamped spectrum within three years.


Serious News for Serious Traders! Try StreetInsider.com Premium Free!

You May Also Be Interested In





Related Categories

Insiders' Blog