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Tech Policy

Spectrum Part B: New Spectrum Paradigms and the Promise of Seamless Connectivity

  • In part two, we hear from industry stakeholders in Wi-Fi and shared spectrum solutions – such as those in the Citizens Broadband Radio Service (CBRS) band – who are driving innovation and competition in wireless markets.
  • Panelists will explore the limitations of traditional spectrum design, the promise of new commercial wireless models, and real-world applications of Wi-Fi and CBRS in enterprise, education, manufacturing, and cable environments.
  • The session will also examine the technical and policy frameworks that enable dynamic spectrum access, including the importance of advanced Wi-Fi technologies, coordination tools like Spectrum Access Systems (SAS), ongoing NTIA and FCC priorities, and how shared spectrum models can complement licensed and unlicensed use to enhance U.S. competitiveness.
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