5G Spectrum Auction Concluded in the State of Finland
There were three 800 MHz frequency bands in the auction. The winners of the bid are as follows:
1. Frequency band 25.1–25.9 GHz
Elisa Corporation EUR 7 million
2. Frequency band 25.9–26.7 GHz
Telia Finland Plc EUR 7 million
3. Frequency band 26.7–27.5 GHz
DNA Plc EUR 7 million Finland’s status as one of the leading country in high-speed 5G networks will be greatly strengthened as higher frequencies are allotted to the 5G networks. The Government provided the first-ever licences for the construction of 5G networks in the 3.5 GHz spectrum in 2018. Since the year 2019, the 5G connectivity has been made available across 30 cities and municipalities of the country.
What are the next steps?
The Government of Finland will provide the operating licences in line with the outcomes of the auction. The 26 GHz (25.1–27.5 GHz) spectrum can be utilized for the construction of 5G networks as of 1 July 2020. The licences will remain valid until 31 December 2033 in the Scandinavian state. Check out? Samsung Releases Exynos 850 Chipset for Budget 5G Phones
