The FCC Proposes New Mid-Band Spectrum Auction And Unlocking 800MHz For Drones

The agency is doubling down on direct-to-device service.

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The US Federal Communications Commission laid out a trio of proposals for several rule changes around wireless connectivity. The plans will be put to a vote later this month and largely center on direct-to-device communications.

First, the agency suggested overhauling its rules for direct-to-device, or D2D, service. The stated goal is to "promote more flexible terrestrial, satellite, and hybrid business arrangements." Related, the second proposal is to auction 25…