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Google pitches idea on radio-spectrum auction to FCC
Google has proposed to the FCC that it allow a "real-time airwaves auction model" for the radio spectrum that the FCC will auction off. The Google model would allow a holder of a spectrum license to auction off unused spectrum to other bidders on a wholesale basis. As the basis for its proposal, Google said that in some cases only 5% of available spectrum was currently being used. USA TODAY/Associated Press (5/22)
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Verizon gains approval to enter Rhode Island
Rhode Island's Division of Public Utilities and Carriers granted its final approval to Verizon Communications to start offering its FiOS TV service in the state. It's the first time a new company has entered the state's video market in more than 20 years. Verizon will compete with Cox Communications for customers in the state. The Providence Journal (R.I.) (free registration) (5/23)
Qwest throws its hat into the wireless-broadband ring
Qwest Communications International's new Mobile Broadband service will offer customers a broadband-wireless card and their choice of three data plans. Qwest will use Sprint's EV-DO network for the service as part of their 2003 coverage agreement. Network World (5/22)
Shareholders challenge Alltel buyout
Three shareholder lawsuits have been filed in protest of Alltel's plans to go private through a $24.7 billion leveraged buyout. Alltel defended the deal, calling it "exceptionally fair," and said the lawsuits were without merit. The Wall Street Journal/Dow Jones Newswires/Associated Press (5/23)
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Embarq Logistics, Wave7 target FTTP
Embarq Logistics and Wave7 are joining forced to deliver a fiber-to-the-premises network. The network will enable the provider Long Lines to offer a triple play of voice, data and RF video. Telephony Online (5/22)
Cisco CEO looks to Web 2.0 for future of business communication
Cisco Chairman and CEO John Chambers said that the future of enterprise communication lay in the transformation and adaptation of Web 2.0 social-networking technologies such as video, text messaging and other collaboration tools. Network World/IDG News Service (5/22)
Motorola adds new member to MOTOWi4 family
Motorola's MOTOWi4 product line will now include indoor WLAN technology. Motorola will link its enterprise WLAN with traditional outdoor-access solutions to provide technology that can scale from a metro network to a single room. Wireless Review (Chicago) (5/22)
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VoIP coming to PSP
Sony has inked a partnership with BT that will allow the company to offer VoIP services to its PSP customers. The service will enable calls inside the home using any ISP, while BT's Openzone wireless hot spots will connect calls for users on the go. PC Pro (U.K.) (5/2007)
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House cracks down on spyware
Anti-spyware legislation was passed by the House on Tuesday in an attempt to protect people against identity theft and other Internet fraud. Spyware is used via the Internet to collect personal data from users, and legislators say about 90% of U.S. computers are infected. The new bill would make spyware a criminal offense and includes $10 million for enforcement over the next four years. Pittsburgh Post-Gazette/Associated Press (5/23)
Carriers urge EU to adopt flexible approach to mobile TV
Because of the emerging nature of wireless technologies, leading companies in Europe are asking the European Commission to allow competing technologies in the mobile-TV space instead of forcing a single standard upon the industry. European Telecoms Commissioner Viviane Reding is expected to request a single standard in her proposal this summer. The Wall Street Journal/Dow Jones Newswires (5/22)
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