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FCC approves AT&T, Starlink spectrum deal, angering small carriers

The FCC has approved a deal allowing AT&T and Starlink to acquire spectrum licenses from EchoStar. This decision has drawn criticism from smaller carriers, who argue it unfairly benefits larger companies. The approval follows pressure from the FCC chair on EchoStar to divest these assets. AI

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RANK_REASON Regulatory approval of a major spectrum acquisition impacting multiple carriers. [lever_c_demoted from significant: ic=1 ai=0.1]

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FCC approves AT&T, Starlink spectrum deal, angering small carriers

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    📰 FCC angers small carriers by helping AT&T and Starlink buy EchoStar spectrum Approval is no surprise after FCC chair pressured EchoStar to sell licenses. 📰 So

    📰 FCC angers small carriers by helping AT&T and Starlink buy EchoStar spectrum Approval is no surprise after FCC chair pressured EchoStar to sell licenses. 📰 Source: Ars Technica 🔗 Link: https://arstechnica.com/tech-policy/2026/05/fcc-angers-small-carriers-by-helping-att-and-star…