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In this paper, we examine the impact and importance of technology neutrality in spectrum licensing. Implementing technology neutrality enables mobile network operators to refarm existing bands to the newest technologies at a pace driven by market demand, providing flexibility and technology choice in mobile networks. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This flexibility ensures efficient spectrum use and delivers benefits to consumers through better coverage and higher speeds. By allowing operators to upgrade networks without technology mandates and regulatory delays, countries can unlock productivity gains and socioeconomic benefits, including GDP growth and reduced carbon emissions associated with newer mobile technologies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The paper delves deeper on the following five positions:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. Mobile technology neutrality enables efficient spectrum use<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. Mobile network sunsets are delivered by technology neutrality<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. Spectrum refarming advances technology and improves user experience<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  4. Service neutrality in mobile networks is essential<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  5. Unified service licences in mobile networks are best practice<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    The paper also includes case studies from Rwanda, India, Japan, Colombia, the US and the EU. They highlight how different countries have implemented successful policies and the respective impact.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    In this paper, we examine the impact and importance of technology neutrality in spectrum licensing. Implementing technology neutrality enables mobile network operators to refarm existing bands to the newest technologies at a pace driven by market demand, providing flexibility and technology choice in mobile networks. 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