Economics of Spectrum Sharing, Valuation, and Secondary Markets

Lehr, William

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“…In addition, the implementation of spectrum sharing methods can increase network efficiency and agility. Spectrum sharing markets are expected to change wireless economics and give rise to both predictable and as yet unanticipated implications for the valuation of spectrum [173]. Here, we consider how the emergence of spectrum sharing markets and related economic issues will influence the economics of wireless networks and technology.…”

Section: Pricing Models and Economic Issuesmentioning

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Spectrum Sharing Schemes From 4G to 5G and Beyond: Protocol Flow, Regulation, Ecosystem, Economic

Parvini

Zarif

Nouruzi

et al. 2023

IEEE Open J. Commun. Soc.

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As the services and requirements of next-generation wireless networks become increasingly diversified, it is estimated that the current frequency bands of mobile network operators (MNOs) will be unable to cope with the immensity of anticipated demands. Due to spectrum scarcity, there has been a growing trend among stakeholders toward identifying practical solutions to make the most productive use of the exclusively allocated bands on a shared basis through spectrum sharing mechanisms. However, due to the technical complexities of these mechanisms, their design presents challenges, as it requires coordination among multiple entities. To address this challenge, in this paper, we begin with a detailed review of the recent literature on spectrum sharing methods, classifying them on the basis of their operational frequency regime-that is, whether they are implemented to operate in licensed bands (e.g., licensed shared access (LSA), spectrum access system (SAS), and dynamic spectrum sharing (DSS)) or unlicensed bands (e.g., LTE-unlicensed (LTE-U), licensed assisted access (LAA), MulteFire, and new radio-unlicensed (NR-U)). Then, in order to narrow the gap between the standardization and vendor-specific implementations, we provide a detailed review of the potential implementation scenarios and necessary amendments to legacy cellular networks from the perspective of telecommunication vendors and regulatory bodies. Next, we analyze applications of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) techniques for facilitating spectrum sharing mechanisms and leveraging the full potential of autonomous sharing scenarios. Finally, we conclude the paper by presenting open research challenges, which aim to provide insights into prospective research endeavors.

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confidence: 99%

Spectrum Sharing Schemes From 4G to 5G and Beyond: Protocol Flow, Regulation, Ecosystem, Economic

Parvini

Zarif

Nouruzi

et al. 2023

IEEE Open J. Commun. Soc.

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“…In addition, the implementation of spectrum sharing methods can increase network efficiency and agility. Spectrum sharing markets are expected to change wireless economics and give rise to both predictable and as yet unanticipated implications for the valuation of spectrum [186]. Here, we consider how the emergence of spectrum sharing markets and related economic issues will influence the economics of wireless networks and technology.…”

Section: Pricing Models and Economic Issuesmentioning

confidence: 99%

A Comprehensive Survey of Spectrum Sharing Schemes from a Standardization and Implementation Perspective

Parvini¹,

Zarif²,

Nouruzi³

et al. 2022

Preprint

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“…5G), and the potential institutional changes that may be required (e.g. spectrum sharing and secondary markets) to achieve desirable social outcomes (Gomez et al, 2019;Lehr, 2020;Vuojala et al, 2019;Weiss et al, 2019). Spectrum auctions are a common tool for pursuing efficiency objectives in the cellular market, and the details of their design can be influenced by multiple policy objectives -including revenue mobilization, market efficiency or geographic equity (Goetzendorff et al, 2018).…”

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Policy Choices Can Help Keep 4G and 5G Universal Broadband Affordable

Oughton¹,

Comini²,

Foster³

et al. 2021

Policy Research Working Papers

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In recognition of the transformative opportunities that broadband connectivity presents, the United Nations Broadband Commission has committed the international community to accelerate universal access across the developing world. However, the cost of meeting this objective, and the feasibility of doing so on a commercially viable basis, are not well understood. This paper compares the global cost-effectiveness of different infrastructure strategies for the developing world to achieve universal 4G or 5G mobile broadband. Utilizing remote sensing and geospatial infrastructure simulation, least-cost network designs are developed for eight representative low and middle-income countries (Malawi, Uganda, Kenya, Senegal, Pakistan, Albania, Peru and Mexico), the results from which form the basis for aggregation to the global level. To provide at least 2 Mbps per user, 4G is often the cheapest option to reach universal coverage. The cost of meeting the UN Broadband Commission target of a minimum 10 Mbps per user is estimated at $1.7 trillion using 5G NSA, equating to approximately 0.6% of annual GDP for the developing world over the next decade. However, by creating a favorable regulatory environment, governments can bring down these costs by as much as three quarters -to $0.5 trillion (approximately 0.2% of annual GDP) -and avoid the need for public subsidy. Providing governments make judicious choices, adopting fiscal and regulatory regimes conducive to lowering costs, broadband universal service may be within reach of most developing countries over the next decade.

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Economics of Spectrum Sharing, Valuation, and Secondary Markets

Cited by 8 publications

References 13 publications

Spectrum Sharing Schemes From 4G to 5G and Beyond: Protocol Flow, Regulation, Ecosystem, Economic

Spectrum Sharing Schemes From 4G to 5G and Beyond: Protocol Flow, Regulation, Ecosystem, Economic

A Comprehensive Survey of Spectrum Sharing Schemes from a Standardization and Implementation Perspective

Policy Choices Can Help Keep 4G and 5G Universal Broadband Affordable

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