This study empirically examines national 3G spectrum assignments for the years 2000-2007 to identify the sources and inhibitors of aftermarket network deployment. The analysis reveals that variables controlled by regulators have conflicting impacts on the deployment probability. In particular, placing more than one licence bid and stringent minimum prices enhance deployment. Conversely, encouraging entry and mandating infrastructure sharing discourage deployment. These findings should inform regulators' calculus in designing future 4G spectrum auctions. © 2013 Taylor & Francis.

Item Type:	Refereed Article
Keywords:	wireless telephone markets, 3G spectrum auctions, network deployment
Research Division:	Engineering
Research Group:	Communications engineering
Research Field:	Communications engineering not elsewhere classified
Objective Division:	Information and Communication Services
Objective Group:	Communication technologies, systems and services
Objective Field:	Network systems and services
UTAS Author:	Ahmad, H (Dr Hasnat Ahmad)
ID Code:	111759
Year Published:	2013
Web of Science® Times Cited:	2
Deposited By:	Menzies Institute for Medical Research
Deposited On:	2016-10-05
Last Modified:	2017-12-14
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