Radio Spectrum in brief' Major break points in the spectrum field ' Spectrum pricing ' Developments in spectrum regulation ' Impact of analogue switch-off' Technology breakdowns impacting spectrum policies and strategies' Competition for spectrum assets & player positioning' Outlooks & scenariosKey issuesAccess to the radio spectrum is a critical requirement for all sectors using wireless technologies, such as media, mobile communications, defence and civil aviation. In the telecom sector, spectrum allocation decisions, spectrum harmonization and spectrum availability are key to both equipment vendors and operators. This year, the ITU will hold the World Radiocommunication Conference, where ITU radio regulations will be updated and the rules that will define the spectrum landscape for the years to come will be agreed on a global basis. This report looks at how the perception of radio spectrum is evolving today and which players are best placed to seize significant shares of spectrum assets.Key Questions' What market factors are shaping the spectrum landscape'' What are the stakes involved in spectrum pricing'' Who will benefit from the digital dividend'' What are the spectrum issues per country' per sector'' How are players and regulators positioning themselves' ' Which spectrum for WiMAX technology'' Which spectrum for 4G' ' How will spectrum prices evolve'Who should read the report 'Manufacturers' Identify spectrum standardisation decisions and the impact on technology deployments' Take account of the timeline for service rollouts Fixed and mobile telecom operators and ISPs' Assess the opportunities that new radio technologies represent, and the issues involved in new frequency band allocations' New threats and opportunities for telecom operators' business models' Understand the strategic implications for major players affected by changes in spectrum regimes Regulators' Identify the approaches for determining optimum choices of spectrum allocation' Validate the frequency bands that will actually be used and assess future demands for spectrumInvestors and analysts' Assess new radio technologies and their relevant markets' Identify the most dynamic key players (operators and suppliers)