FCC CHAIR CARR PUSHES FASTER APPROVALS FOR SPECTRUM, DATA CENTERS

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MON, JUL 13, 2026

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FCC Chairman Brendan Carr called for accelerated approval timelines for spectrum licenses and orbital data centers during a Bloomberg Tech appearance. Carr also addressed pending media consolidation deals and broadcaster obligations.

Carr emphasized the need to streamline the FCC's review process for spectrum allocations and data center infrastructure in orbit, citing competitive pressure from other nations. He argued that faster approvals are essential for maintaining U.S. technological leadership. The chairman weighed in on Paramount's acquisition by Skydance and the broader question of Warner Bros. Discovery's future, underscoring the importance of broadcasters meeting their public interest obligations during industry consolidation. Carr's remarks reflect ongoing FCC priorities under his leadership: reducing regulatory delays, ensuring competitive markets, and holding media companies accountable to public service standards. The comments come as the industry faces mounting pressure to modernize infrastructure and respond to evolving consumer demands.

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