Dish Is Said to Agree to $5B Deal With Sprint/T-Mobile for Assets

The video discusses the merger between Sprint and T-Mobile, highlighting the regulatory challenges and the role of Dish as a new player in the wireless industry. The Department of Justice (DOJ) was concerned about reducing the number of carriers from four to three, so Dish will emerge as a fourth carrier by acquiring prepaid brands and spectrum assets from Sprint. Dish is expected to operate the network for three years with T-Mobile's assistance. Despite challenges, Dish's extensive spectrum assets and potential partnerships, like with Amazon, position it to become a strong competitor.

What was the main concern of the DOJ regarding the merger between Sprint and T-Mobile?

• The merger would increase competition.

• The merger would reduce the number of carriers from four to three.

• The merger would lead to higher prices for consumers.

• The merger would create a monopoly.

What is Dish required to do as part of the deal with Sprint?

• Run the network for three years without selling control.

• Increase the number of prepaid brands.

• Sell the acquired assets immediately.

• Merge with another carrier.

How much is Dish paying for the spectrum assets?

• 3.5 billion dollars

• 2 billion dollars

• 1 billion dollars

• 5 billion dollars

What advantage does Dish have in becoming a strong wireless operator?

• A large customer base.

• A partnership with Verizon.

• A significant amount of spectrum assets.

• A large number of retail stores.

Who is Dish potentially partnering with to build out its network?

• Apple

• Google

• Amazon

• Microsoft