GSMA Welcomes Germany’s 5G Spectrum Award, but Cautions against Unnecessary Conditions

GSMA Welcomes Germany’s 5G Spectrum Award, but Cautions against Unnecessary Conditions

GSMA Welcomes Germany’s 5G Spectrum Award, but Cautions against Unnecessary Conditions

The GSMA today welcomed the German government’s decision to release the entire 3.4 to 3.8 GHz band (C-Band), essential for the future development of 5G services globally. Making available all of the spectrum in this critical band for 5G, in a timely manner, shows Germany’s commitment to European and global 5G leadership. However, the GSMA warns that some of the currently proposed conditions on the allocation of these vital frequencies may slow Germany’s 5G future. Ultra-fast 5G networks...