As the Pentagon “makes acquisition faster and decidedly more commercial,” OTAs are creating opportunities for the private sector – from Fortune 100s to small, non-traditional vendors – to contract with the DoW. Read more: www.nextgov.com/ideas/2026/0...

2025 was a year of massive developments for spectrum sharing, thanks to the ingenuity delivered by NSC’s membership 👏 In our recent blog post, we recap the high-value projects awarded through NSC that are powering the future of wireless technology: www.nationalspectrumconsortium.org/news-detail/...

Thinking about joining NSC in 2026? Seeking government awards as a non-traditional contractor? Check out our FAQ for more details on how to become an NSC member and how our OTA can benefit your organization in the new year 👉 www.nationalspectrumconsortium.org/frequently-a...

NSC is thrilled to congratulate one newly elected and two re-elected members to its Board of Directors. These experts will continue to support our mission to advance next-generation spectrum solutions and shape our policy priorities. Read more: www.nationalspectrumconsortium.org/news-detail/...

🚀 Excited to announce the launch of the Rapid Acquisition Coalition, a new alliance seeking to strengthen the consortia model at the center of America’s defense innovation ecosystem. rapidacquisition.org/rapid-acquis...

We’re excited to announce that RTX BBN Technologies has been awarded nearly $12M by DoW to demonstrate technology for coexistence in the lower 3 GHz as part of the Advanced Spectrum Coexistence Demonstration 👏 Read more: www.spectrumconsortium.org/news-detail/...

Congratulations to Resonant Sciences, named an awardee for a spectrum sharing project funded by the OUSW(R&E) Test Resource Management Center 🏆 NSC is excited to support an expanded portfolio of #spectrum sharing projects. Read more: www.nationalspectrumconsortium.org/news-detail/...

🔔 ICYMI: NSC has been busy supporting our members as they deliver innovation to our government partners. Before heading out for Thanksgiving, check out our blog post recapping our prototypes, projects, and success stories this fall 👉 www.nationalspectrumconsortium.org/news-detail/...

This morning, NSC’s CEO @jskochan.bsky.social presented at the srsRAN Project Fall Workshop on the Open Centralized Unit Distributed Unit (OCUDU) project and how it will redefine the role of #opensource in 5G, 6G, and beyond. Thanks to SRS for having us!

The OpenAirInterface (OAI) Foundation is hosting the First OAI Foundation U.S. Hands-on Workshop from 11/17-11/19 at UT Austin, seeking to deepen engagement w/ researchers and promote open source-based reference implementations of 5G/6G. Register here: www.oaifoundation.org/first-oai-fo...

NSC member Nokia has been selected by DoW as an awardee for the Advanced Spectrum Coexistence (ASC) Demonstration. We’re excited to support our members as they advance #spectrum sharing capabilities through real-world innovation! intelligencecommunitynews.com/nokia-federa...

Packed house at day 2 of Forum Global's America's Spectrum Management Conference here in DC, where NSC's @msilbey.bsky.social is moderating a panel on 6G leadership

Despite the ongoing government shutdown, NSC has been busy at work – and we’re excited to see our members’ innovative technology solutions transitioning to prototype deployment with our government partners. 💡 Learn more in our latest blog post: www.nationalspectrumconsortium.org/news-detail/...

Last chance to register for the #AmericasSpectrum Management Conference! On 10/31, @jskochan.bsky.social @msilbey.bsky.social will highlight #spectrum frameworks that support American innovation. NSC members can register with the discount code sent via email: spectrumamericas.com/registration/

ICYMI: We recently announced DeepSig and Software Radio Systems as awardees for the Open Centralized Unit Distributed Unit (OCUDU) project, which aims to create an #opensource software stack as the basis of a carrier-grade mobile network. Read more 🖥️ www.deepsig.ai/ocudu-poweri...

Congratulations again to the 2025 Bose Best Paper Award winners from the U.S. Naval Research Laboratory, Nexcepta, Inc., and the University of Maryland, who were recognized last week at IEEE MILCOM 👏 www.nationalspectrumconsortium.org/news-detail/...

Congratulations to the 2025 Dr. Vanu Bose Best Paper Award winners, recognized for their paper “Effects of Age of Channel State Information on Throughput for Collaborative Beamforming Link.” 🏆 www.nationalspectrumconsortium.org/news-detail/...

📅 Save the date! On 10/21, join NSC and the NavalX Mid-Atlantic Tech Bridge for a discussion on #spectrum coexistence, sharing, and innovation for DoW missions. 📝 Register here for the Tech Talk: www.eventbrite.com/e/matb-tech-...

Big news for #spectrum sharing continues! Congratulations to Peraton Labs, the first project funded for the Advanced Spectrum Coexistence Demonstration. Proud to work w/ DoW to showcase spectrum sharing capabilities and bolster wireless innovation. www.nationalspectrumconsortium.org/news-detail/...

NSC and DoW are thrilled to announce 5 projects selected for the ADSSD (now ASC) awards via our OTA, boosting spectrum resilience & leadership in wireless innovation. Congrats, InterDigital, Kostas Institute, @nokia.bsky.social, Peraton Labs & RTX BBN! www.spectrumconsortium.org/news-detail/...

Congratulations to DeepSig and Software Radio Systems, selected as awardees for OCUDU! Issued in partnership w/ the FutureG office, they will create an #opensource software stack for a carrier-grade mobile network hosted by @linuxfoundation.org. www.nationalspectrumconsortium.org/news-detail/...

We’re excited to announce the launch of the ISAC Working Group! 📢 This group will build on discussions from FutureG’s ISAC Strategy Summit to inform federal investment in #ISAC technologies. Interested NSC members should apply here by 10/8: qualtricsxmp6kr5tjbw.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...

Congratulations to NSC members GPD Optoelectronics Corp. and Leidos, who have been selected for two critical solicitations: Rugged Adaptive Detection and Signaling (RADS) and the U.S. Navy PEO C4I Prototype System 🏆 Read the full announcement: www.nationalspectrumconsortium.org/news-detail/...

Save the date for the #AmericasSpectrum Management Conference 📣 NSC’s Chief Program Officer @msilbey.bsky.social will moderate a panel on the #spectrum needed to deliver American leadership in #6G. NSC members can register w/ the discount code sent via email: spectrumamericas.com/registration/

“To make President Trump’s ‘golden promise’ a reality, the government must invest in spectrum technology R&D and fully utilize public-private partnerships and tools like the OTA.” 💡 More from NSC’s CEO @jskochan.bsky.social in Defense Daily: www.defensedaily.com/commentary/b...

Excited to see NTIA release an updated #spectrum chart for the first time in nearly a decade, demonstrating the United States’ current frequency allocations. Download it here: www.ntia.gov/page/united-...

The #AmericasSpectrum Management Conference is coming soon! 🗓️ NSC’s CEO @jskochan.bsky.social will join a panel on balancing #spectrum frameworks that safeguard gov’t operations and bolster innovation. NSC members can register w/ the discount code sent via email: spectrumamericas.com/registration/

ICYMI: Aalyria recently demonstrated high-speed internet beamed through real-world atmospheric conditions in a successful project procured through NSC in 2023. 🛰️ More in Via Satellite: www.satellitetoday.com/technology/2...

In 2023, Aalyria won a contract from the Office of Naval Research and Naval Research Laboratory, delivered through NSC, to develop laser comms capabilities. Now, the project has successfully tested lasers that beam high-speed internet from the air. 📡 More in ‪PCMag: www.pcmag.com/news/this-go...

As the FCC seeks to free up #spectrum for auction, the Commission should continue to pursue spectrum sharing solutions, Cmr. Gomez stated at the @techpolicyinst.bsky.social Aspen Forum. More in @lightreading.bsky.social: www.lightreading.com/wireless/fcc...

On 9/9-9/10, the Small Business Technology Council is hosting a fly-in to encourage Congress to reauthorize the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs. NSC members are invited to attend. RSVP here: nsba.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?...

📌 NSC recently announced a Request for Information (RFI) by the DoD for the Joint Modular Emitter Interface Standards (JMEIS) project. Learn more about this critical initiative and respond by 8/22: www.nationalspectrumconsortium.org/news-detail/...

ICYMI: NSC helped deliver an “OSCAR worthy” spectrum sharing deployment that has greatly reduced time spent on signal interference for military training ranges. ⚡ Read more in @lightreading.bsky.social‬: www.lightreading.com/5g/nsc-touts...

📣 Dedicated #spectrum is in short supply at military installations, but through NSC’s partnership w/ OUSD(R&E), Peraton delivered a dynamic spectrum management system for military training ranges. 🖇️ Explore how NSC is driving spectrum innovation: www.nationalspectrumconsortium.org/news-detail/...

NSC is excited to announce a Request for Information (RFI) for a critical initiative by the DoD known as the Joint Modular Emitter Interface Standards (JMEIS) project. 💡Responses are due 8/22. Learn more about this RFI: www.nationalspectrumconsortium.org/news-detail/...

This Thursday, join NSC for an Industry Day to discuss a new solicitation opportunity with the Navy, seeking prototype solutions for a new antenna design. 📡 All full NSC members with an active DD2345 are welcome to attend. Register here ➡️ www.zoomgov.com/meeting/regi...

After months of debate, Congress has passed its reconciliation package, including a renewal of the FCC’s #spectrum auction authority, which expired in March 2023. More on what this means from RCR Wireless News: www.rcrwireless.com/20250705/pol...

The rules of #spectrum allocation are changing as we speak, but “we should be focusing on the technology innovations that will enable spectrum coexistence and spectrum-sharing,” said NSC’s @msilbey.bsky.social. Read more in Constellations 💡 www.kratosdefense.com/constellatio...

NSC congratulates Olivia Trusty on her confirmation today to the FCC. At this critical moment for #spectrum innovation, we’re eager to collaborate with Commissioner Trusty to advance research & development into the next generation of spectrum-sharing technologies.

The Senate is close to a deal on the #spectrum provisions in reconciliation that could protect national security operations while making spectrum available for wireless communications. More from @thitch.bsky.social and Carley Welch in @breakingdefense.com ⤵️ breakingdefense.com/2025/06/sena...

While the “One Big Beautiful Bill” remains in negotiation, major #spectrum provisions in the bill could create a pipeline for commercial use while protecting defense operations. Read more on the state of play in @lightreading.bsky.social: www.lightreading.com/5g/senate-ey...

NSC, on behalf of the FutureG Office within the Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Research and Engineering, announced that the Open Centralized Unit Distribution Unit (OCUDU) RPP is now available. More info on the members-only site: members.nationalspectrumconsortium.org/sign-in?redi...

Thank you to the FutureG Office team for their time yesterday at our Industry Day event discussing the new OCUDU RPP. The slides from yesterday have now been posted on the members-only website. To join NSC, visit: lnkd.in/e2bsq4Wb

We've kicked off our industry day with the FutureG Office, discussing a new OCUDU RPP for open-source software solutions. Members: check your email and the members-only site in the next few days for more information.

The U.S. has a golden opportunity for spectrum sharing. NSC’s CEO Joe Kochan joined the Defense & Aerospace Report podcast to discuss the importance of better management and sharing of limited #spectrum for national security needs. Listen here 🎙️ defaeroreport.com/2025/05/07/d...

To build a successful #GoldenDome, investment in #spectrum sharing technologies is essential to balance the needs of the commercial, federal, and defense sectors. Important observations by Gen. Thomas Trask for @breakingdefense.com 🔗 breakingdefense.com/2025/05/toda...

ICYMI: NSC is gearing up to release an RPP seeking open-source software solutions with OUSD(R&E) and the FutureG office. Learn more at our Industry Day on 5/7 and in @defensescoop.bsky.social: defensescoop.com/2025/04/24/d...

If the U.S. wants to make the Golden Dome a reality, Congress must provide adequate funding for #spectrum sharing R&D, fostering coexistence that encourages commercial innovation and protects critical defense operations. Learn more: www.nationalspectrumconsortium.org/news-detail/...

Coming soon! NSC is hosting an Industry Day on 5/7 on an upcoming RPP with OUSD(R&E) to develop open-source software for 5G, 6G, and beyond. 📌 Read more in @breakingdefense.com: breakingdefense.com/2025/04/pent...

Today at Apex Defense 2025, our CEO Joe Kochan sits down with TRMC’s Thomas O’Brien, CDSI’s Anand Kelkar and Connecting Domains’ Lance Spencer to discuss near-term spectrum superiority.