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Questionnaire on the prospects for the use of the 470-694 MHz band published

Questionnaire on the prospects for the use of the 470-694 MHz band published 150 150 SOS - Save our Spectrum

We would like to inform you that the RSPG Subgroup on Sub-700 MHz band has published Questionnaire on the prospects for the use of the 470-694 MHz band. If you wish to contribute, please consult the RSPG website for more information. Please download the Excel form to respond to the questionnaire. The deadline for contributions…

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Military in Germany demands cultural frequencies / major dispute

Military in Germany demands cultural frequencies / major dispute 1920 1280 SOS - Save our Spectrum

Great unrest in Germany. The military there wants a share of the cultural frequencies. And this for peacetime. That would be disastrous for us. In recent weeks, “SOS – Save Our Spectrum” has spoken to authorities, politicians, associations and the press. We have said that culture and the event industry only have a small amount…

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Music Festivals in Europe – who owns what

Music Festivals in Europe – who owns what 1280 720 SOS - Save our Spectrum

An interesting overview of who is involved in the major festivals in Europe. https://www.vousnetespaslaparhasard.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/V7_WEB_Carto-Festivals-europeens-EN.pdf Sad: “At least 60 Dutch festivals cancelled in 2024” https://www.iq-mag.net/2024/06/60-festivals-cancelled-2024/ “40 UK festivals have now been cancelled this summer – with over 170 disappearing in five years Without intervention, it’s predicted that the UK will see over 100 festivals disappear in…

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SOS holds talks in Australia

SOS holds talks in Australia 2160 1507 SOS - Save our Spectrum

“Save Our Spectrum” is becoming more international. After being represented in Europe (Luxembourg and Brussels) for many years, SOS founded sections in the USA and Africa in 2024. We have now found out about the situation regarding frequencies for culture and media in Australia. Our expert contact was Alex Masso, Executive Officer of the Australian…

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Ofcom licenses 2,000+ frequencies for Glastonbury

Ofcom licenses 2,000+ frequencies for Glastonbury 2560 1920 SOS - Save our Spectrum

The Glastonbury festival is one of the UK’s biggest cultural events – this year 210,000 people attended the event, which was headlined by Dua Lipa, Coldplay and SZA. And although the main Pyramid stage is where the festival’s biggest acts dust off their hits, the event is enormous, with festival-goers entertained by acts and performers…

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SOS in Africa: “Spectrum Insights Africa” launched

SOS in Africa: “Spectrum Insights Africa” launched 1403 674 SOS - Save our Spectrum

“Spectrum Insights Africa” is a newsletter, written exclusively for people with interest in the sub 700 MHz spectrum use and management in Africa. The newsletter will periodically include: Special reports with comprehensive analysis of current trends; Seminars to facilitate collaboration and knowledge exchange; Papers on spectrum management challenges and opportunities. Joe Frans from “Spectrum Insights…

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Germany’s statement on frequencies from January 31, 2024

Germany’s statement on frequencies from January 31, 2024 1920 1284 SOS - Save our Spectrum

Government of Germay way declaring the following: Question: “What measures is the Federal Government taking to permanently secure the UHF (Ultra High Frequency) band for culture and broadcasting, as promised in the coalition agreement between the SPD, Alliance 90/The Greens and FDP, and what is the Federal Government’s position at European level regarding the permanent…

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The World’s Most Successful Music Festivals

The World’s Most Successful Music Festivals 1920 1024 SOS - Save our Spectrum

With live music, it’s different, with many acts and bands reportedly primarily making their money touring and selling merchandise. According to the most recent edition of PwC’s Global Entertainment and Media Outlook, global live revenues almost rubberbanded back to pre-pandemic levels in 2022, surpassing $20 billion and estimated to grow to $25 billion by 2027.…

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EU with spectrum policies under its control? Not a good idea

EU with spectrum policies under its control? Not a good idea 1280 850 SOS - Save our Spectrum

What a bombshell! Just a few weeks before the European elections, the European Commission has published a new white paper entitled “How to master Europe’s digital infrastructure needs?”. Among other things, it plans to bring spectrum policies, which have so far been primarily national, completely under the curatorship of the EU. So far, the CEPT…

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Culture in 2024: an invigorating outlook from France

Culture in 2024: an invigorating outlook from France 1920 1056 SOS - Save our Spectrum

At the dawn of 2024, things look grim in many parts of the world torn by appalling, never-ending wars and massacres. However, turn your eyes to culture and the view starts to look up. The WRC-23 went well indeed for cultural frequencies. Although details will only settle for good once the conclusions are formally published…

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