U.S. regulators could approve the T-Mobile-Sprint merger thanks to MVNOs owned by cable firms

On April 29th, T-Mobile and Sprint announced a merger that could turn the nation's top four carriers into the top three. Both companies...

On April 29th, T-Mobile and Sprint announced a merger that could turn the nation's top four carriers into the top three. Both companies have draped the deal in the American Flag, stating that for America to remain the leader in 5G technology, the deal must close. For that to happen, the transaction must be approved by two U.S. regulatory agencies, the FCC and the FTC.

The FCC has 180 days from the time the deal is filed with the agency, to say "yay" or "nay." But last month it put a stop on the clock, arguing that it needs more time to evaluate the transaction. ...

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