Non-cooperative operators in a game-theoretic framework

In this paper, we address the problem of non-cooperative operators trying to maximize their profits by offering extra spectral resources to other operators starving for spectrum. An oligopoly market is used to model this game-theoretical setting where several operators seek to maximize their profit while customers try to sustain or increase their quality-of-service (QoS). In addition, a Bertrand game model is used to maximize the payoff of operators where the Nash equilibrium is computed. Simulations validate the proposed game model.