AT&T, one of the top phone carriers in the U.S., is eyeing the acquisition of spectrum licenses from a major rival amid heightened competition. Spectrum licenses are government-issued authorizations that give a company exclusive rights to use specific radio frequency bands for wireless communication, which is vital for improving the quality of 5G mobile networks, broadcasting, and satellite services. In November last year, AT&T entered into an agreement with regional phone carrier UScellular to acquire ...