I like nature and good clean, licensed spectrum. CTIA policy communications | formerly NTIA, ITIF "our best machines are made of sunshine"

Joined December 2013
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I look forward to this Georgetown Little Nuggets discussion with Kurt Schaubach, chief technology officer at @CTIA. Planned topics include the status of new spectrum bands under study for full-power commercial use, AI integration into wireless networks, satellite direct-to-device services, preparations for the 2027 World Radiocommunication Conference, and advances in consumer devices. Noon ET, Wednesday, October 21. Georgetown University Center for Business and Public Policy (@GeorgetownCBPP). Registration: georgetown.zoom.us/webinar/r…
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America’s leadership in wireless is back. With the first new spectrum auction in years under our belt, we’re now moving ahead under President Trump with new actions in the 7 GHz, 1.6 GHz, and 2.7 GHz bands. 🇺🇸🇺🇸 Great to discuss with @AjitPai
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Doug Brake retweeted
New report finds that the 4 GHz band is critical to advancing U.S. leadership in wireless and next-generation AI innovation: Read more from President and CEO @AjitPai in the latest press release: bit.ly/4cQ4JQd
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Doug Brake retweeted
The 4 GHz band is globally aligned with 5G and emerging 6G standards, and can support the wide, contiguous bands needed for advanced wireless applications. Read more in our new report: bit.ly/4dhMTpk
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Doug Brake retweeted
Congress prioritized three key bands—2.7 GHz, 4 GHz, and 7 GHz—to meet growing wireless demand and make sure America is ready for AI-native 6G by 2030. Read our new report and learn how auctioning each band is critical for securing America’s 6G and AI future. 🧵below:
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Major step forward in accelerating spectrum auctions
American leadership in 6G starts with spectrum. 🇺🇸 NTIA applauds OMB’s latest memo, which will drastically expedite the process for repurposing federal spectrum for commercial use—setting the groundwork for multiple 6G auctions in 2028 and beyond. More: ntia.gov/press-release/2026/…
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Doug Brake retweeted
Important new piece by @CSIS makes it clear, securing America’s technological leadership depends “on spectrum policy as much as it depends on AI policy.” Read more: bit.ly/4ilB3Ow
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Fabulous to have @AjitPai on @Qualcomm campus today for our 6G Leadership Day.
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Excellent piece from @AjitPai and Chris Sununu - proves that we can work together for the better of the industries and the nation. more of this please. Aviation and wireless get it right, and create a model for the future rollcall.com/2026/08/14/avia…
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Doug Brake retweeted
As demand for connectivity continues to grow, collaboration matters more than ever. A new op-ed from President and CEO @AjitPai and @AirlinesDotOrg CEO Chris Sununu highlights how aviation and wireless work together to strengthen safety and support innovation. Read more: bit.ly/3TZ26F5
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Doug Brake retweeted
The record-setting lower C-band auction wasn't just about spectrum. It helped drive 5G deployment, expand fixed wireless access, increase competition, and unlock significant economic and consumer benefits. More from @FCC Chief Economist Jonathan Williams in @BroadbandCensus: bit.ly/45EKKje.
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Doug Brake retweeted
Another month, another decline in wireless prices. According to @BLS_gov, wireless plan prices are down 6.7% from July 2025 to July 2026. Wireless just keeps getting more affordable: bit.ly/4qcMuK4
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Doug Brake retweeted
We commend @BrendanCarrFCC and the @FCC for taking swift action to bring the benefits of mid-band spectrum to American consumers. This decisive action should be the model for the rest of the 800-megahertz pipeline. Full statement: bit.ly/3T5AGgr.
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Doug Brake retweeted
As @Nvidia's Soma Velayutham explained in the @AEI event this morning, 6G wireless networks are where distributed AI will be built.
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Doug Brake retweeted
Another month, another example of how wireless keeps getting more and more affordable. The latest @BLS_gov data shows real prices for wireless service declined 7.5% year over year: bit.ly/4vuKJsM
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Doug Brake retweeted
The recently closed re-auction of AWS-3 spectrum licenses set a new benchmark with an average winning bid of $2.53 per MHz/pop- the highest ever. The success of this auction is a remarkable testament to the need to license more full-power mid-band spectrum for licensed wireless use and the strength of the FCC's auction framework.
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Doug Brake retweeted
Administrator @ArielleRothNTIA, at today’s C&T @NTIAgov oversight hearing, highlighted NTIA’s effort to expedite spectrum repurposing, with the goal of holding 5 auctions during this administration.
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“We can no longer have this patchwork of tech regulation.” 👏 @AjitPai with @CTIA joined us today to talk about the future of wireless broadband!
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