The results of the experiments show that in 28 of the 34 auctions, the competitive process resulted in one spectrum block being designated to unlicensed operations.

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But while some might see the interview as a mere formality, for others this face-to-face encounter proves to be a major stumbling block in what is already a competitive application process.

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Portfolios are being built and acquired to block other organizations from relevant market spaces and to lock in competitive advantages.

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And, Son also saw a huge block of spectrum that ATT and Verizon would love to have if anti competitive forces weren't at work here preventing them from acquiring it.

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And it could allow co-operatives like the Associated Press to reinstate anti-competitive policies that were found illegal long ago, such as allowing current members to block their direct rivals from joining.

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