The switchover from analogue to digital TV broadcasting in Europe will release significant spectrum in the UHF bands. This “Digital Dividend” could have a significant impact on the EU economy, depending on its allocation. The following article offers an assessment of the alternatives.
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This paper is drawn from a published report (the “Public Report”, September 2007) and other work on the subject sponsored by Deutsche Telekom and T-Mobile International, whom the authors wish to thank for their support and interest. The study was carried out by SCF Associates in May-September 2007. A separate Methodology Report describes the study's methodology, data sources and estimations in detail and is available from www.digitaldividend.eu.
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Forge, S., Blackman, C. & Bohlin, E. Economic Impacts of Alternative Uses of the Digital Dividend. Intereconomics 43, 149–162 (2008). https://doi.org/10.1007/s10272-008-0250-2
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s10272-008-0250-2