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LightSquared lenders push for auction

Philip Falcone's telecom seeks an extension as it works to reverse an FCC ruling, but critics claim its chances of success are slim. Continue reading

Posted on January 30, 2013 4:00 PM




South Dakota tribe moves to hold up Sprint deal

A dispute over access fees spreads to the FCC's review of Softbank's $20 billion acquisition. Continue reading

Posted on January 17, 2013 8:41 AM




Clearwire investor takes case against Sprint to Delaware

Crest Financial argues that the $2.2 billion deal is an effort to cheaply gain control of valuable spectrum. Continue reading

Posted on January 7, 2013 4:01 PM




Baer wins Senate nod for top DOJ antitrust post

Iowa's Grassley reiterates his opposition; lawmakers remain at work on a deal over Wright's nomination to the FTC. Continue reading

Posted on January 2, 2013 8:59 AM




Rethinking the rethink

Technology has left the Telecommunications Act of 1996 with gaping holes. The FCC could push a rewrite, but the courts limited it, Congress is dysfunctional and there are complexities galore. Continue reading

Posted on December 14, 2012 3:36 PM




Busy signals

Verizon Communications faces lots of challenges as it builds out its wireless network and seeks out new technologies. And that means a corporate dealmaking operation that takes the long view. Continue reading

Posted on November 19, 2012 2:00 PM




How much is Dish Network worth?

A ruling on the use of spectrum licenses will help potential partners put a valuation on Dish Network. Continue reading

Posted on November 16, 2012 3:14 PM




In Washington, more of the same could shake status quo

The pressure to avoid the fiscal cliff will force the White House and Congress to break the policy logjam. Continue reading

Posted on November 9, 2012 4:08 PM




Broadview to exit bankruptcy this month

Senior secured noteholders will get 97.5% of the common shares of the data communications company under its confirmed prepackaged reorganization plan. Continue reading

Posted on October 4, 2012 3:56 PM




FCC forces compliance with TV/newspaper limit

The Supreme Court's June refusal to hear challenges to cross-ownership restrictions means media companies will face divestitures Continue reading

Posted on August 22, 2012 12:39 PM




Investors circle TV stations with spectrum to sell

The problem: The FCC hasn't set the auction rules yet and it could be five years before sales close Continue reading

Posted on July 18, 2012 2:39 PM




Tribune's new chapter

The big television and newspaper chain fell into bankruptcy after a disastrous Sam Zell LBO. Now, as it contemplates an exit, its new owners ponder the pieces. Continue reading

Posted on June 15, 2012 3:16 PM




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