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Pope Calls for Robust Regulation of AI in Manifesto that Ponders Future of Humanity

The call came in a sweeping manifesto, 'Magnifica Humanitas,' about safeguarding humankind on everything from work to war.

17h ago·1 min read·181 words

China Launches Shenzhou 23 Spacecraft with 1 of 3 Astronauts Set for Yearlong Stay

One astronaut is set to stay in space for a year to explore long-duration spaceflights. China aims to send a crewed mission to the Moon by 2030.

1d ago·1 min read·120 words

SpaceX Launches Its Biggest Starship Yet on a Test Flight

The rocket blasted off from the southern tip of Texas on Friday, carrying 20 mock Starlink satellites on a test flight extending halfway around the world.

2d ago·1 min read·134 words

Is Broadband's ‘Price War’ Real? Not Everyone Agrees.

Industry filings to the FCC offer competing views on whether consumers are benefiting from broadband competition.

3d ago·1 min read·134 words

Luján, Matsui Introduce Bill to Fund Digital Literacy

Legislation would create a nonprofit to fund digital literacy and broadband adoption nationwide.

3d ago·1 min read·140 words

Google Bets $15 Billion on Missouri Data Center

The investment comes as a nearby Amazon project faces a lawsuit over transparency.

3d ago·1 min read·115 words

House Bill Targets State and Local Tech Gaps With Federal Grants

Most funding would be required to reach local government directly.

3d ago·1 min read·151 words

Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker to Sign 'Junk Fees' Bill That Exempts Broadband ISPs, Cable TV, and Satellite TV

'Illinois consumers have been nickel-and-dimed out of thousands of dollars per year by unnecessary and deceptive junk fees,' Pritzker said in a statement announcing his support for the bill

3d ago·2 min read·263 words

Great Plains Communications to Acquire Fastwyre Broadband’s Nebraska Holdings

The company is expanding access across more than two dozen Nebraska communities.

4d ago·1 min read·130 words

OpenAI Avoided a Costly Court Loss to Elon Musk, but Neither Side is Unscathed

Americans’ opinion about artificial intelligence is at a low point with worries over job losses.

4d ago·1 min read·124 words

AT&T Sues California Over Copper Landline Mandate

The company also asked the FCC for permission to discontinue traditional phone service.

4d ago·1 min read·116 words

Bottlenecks Slowing BEAD: Permits, Locates, Labor, and Materials

Fiber construction workers are increasingly being recruited by data center developers, tightening an already scarce labor pool.

4d ago·1 min read·138 words

Trump Cancels Cybersecurity-Focused AI Executive Order Hours Before Signing

'We're leading China, we're leading everybody,' Trump said, 'and I don't want to do anything that's going to get in the way of that lead.'

4d ago·1 min read·160 words

Study: Bulk Broadband Cuts Gigabit Prices in Half

Consumers would pay $5.6 billion more annually without bulk arrangements, a new study finds.

4d ago·1 min read·156 words

NTCA Asks NTIA for BEAD ISP Receipts

The broadband trade association wants greater transparency for BEAD buildouts.

4d ago·1 min read·94 words

California Assembly Passes Amendment to Strip Telecom from CPUC’s Oversight

Under the proposal, the California legislature would have more control over how telecommunications is regulated.

4d ago·1 min read·134 words

Quantum Physicist at Fiber Connect: Fiber Optics Is the Nervous System That Carries It

A quantum computer could break the encryption protecting most bank accounts and government systems by 2029.

4d ago·1 min read·180 words

AT&T Brings Connectivity to California Through $19 Billion Investment

The company announced it is upgrading to fiber networks, bringing connection to over 4 million households.

4d ago·1 min read·123 words

Chip Pickering: Data Centers are America's Most Misunderstood Infrastructure Asset

The case for data centers rests on meaningful tax revenue, durable jobs, grid investment and the digital infrastructure that lets rural communities share in the AI economy.

4d ago·6 min read·1135 words

Barrasso Bill Would Increase Broadband Access on Federal Lands

The lawmaker’s bill would allow broadband projects to bypass some environmental and historical reviews.

4d ago·1 min read·87 words

Wisconsin Fills BEAD Gaps With $60 Million Grant

The state says 30,000 locations are expected to remain unserved after federal deployments finish.

4d ago·1 min read·165 words

USTelecom: Broadband Is Getting Faster and Cheaper

Gigabit subscriptions have grown fivefold since 2020 as network investment surge.

4d ago·1 min read·127 words

Broadband Breakfast on June 3, 2026 – AI and Cybersecurity

How should broadband providers be thinking about cybersecurity in an AI-driven world?

4d ago·2 min read·244 words

Utilities Push Back on FCC’s 30-Day Pole Contractor Approval Rule

Electric companies also say true-up invoices are needed when make-ready costs exceed projections.

4d ago·1 min read·141 words

Broadband Breakfast on June 10, 2026 - Drones and the Battle for Airspace

What is 'American Drone Dominance' all about?

4d ago·2 min read·271 words

Pope and Co-Founder of Anthropic to Launch Pontiff's AI Encyclical on May 25

The U.S. pope's position on AI may become a new flashpoint with the Trump administration

4d ago·1 min read·140 words

Cleveland ISP Secures $4.35 Million After It Surpassed 2025 Goals

The nonprofit is working to change Cleveland’s status as one of the least-connected cities.

4d ago·2 min read·272 words

NTIA Spokesperson: ‘Extremely Disappointing’ to See Wisconsin Spend $60 Million on Locations Already Funded by BEAD

NTIA Administrator Arielle Roth’s team calls out Gov. Tony Evers (D) for saying Tuesday that BEAD left 30,000 Wisconsin locations unserved

4d ago·2 min read·331 words

Spectrum Creates Ultra-Low-Latency Internet

The brand is reducing internet delays with a new technology.

5d ago·1 min read·105 words

Mattey Calls for USAC Reform in Filing with the FCC

The former FCC official is seeking to update and simplify the USAC.

5d ago·1 min read·111 words

Congress Sends Lulu’s Law to White House for Trump’s Signature

The FCC needs to issue an order authorizing wireless alerts warning about shark attacks

5d ago·1 min read·108 words

Distributed Data Centers Could Help With Public Trust

70% of Americans oppose a data center near their home, more than the 53% that oppose nuclear plants.

5d ago·1 min read·135 words

WOW! Announces Expansion in South Carolina

The company plans to expand fiber access to more than 10,0.00 additional homes this year

5d ago·1 min read·140 words

Rural Adirondack Broadband Customers Lose Service Over Pole Dispute

The company is under fire for its use of telephone poles without authorization.

5d ago·1 min read·144 words

Beyond BEAD, Fiber Industry Reflects Upon Use Cases at Fiber Connect 2026

What is fiber's expanding role in telehealth, precision agriculture, quantum networks and data centers?

5d ago·4 min read·751 words

MSEC Communications Withdraws From RDOF Broadband Program

The provider has already completed deployment to 92 percent of locations.

5d ago·1 min read·122 words

FCC Considers Satellite Changes to Universal Service's High Cost Fund

Agency also ‘streamlines’ broadband data collection and mapping at its May open meeting.

5d ago·1 min read·167 words

Shentel Completes Fiber Expansion in Campbell County, Virginia

About 4,000 more Virginia locations have been connected to broadband.

5d ago·1 min read·84 words

Michael Santorelli: FCC Pole Ruling Faces Early Test

Whether the FCC enforces its February pole-attachment order against Appalachian Power will decide if BEAD produces ribbon cuttings or recriminations.

5d ago·4 min read·696 words

DIRECTV Wants Scripps-INYO TV Deal Blocked over 39% Cap Violation

Locking arms with six state cable trade associations, the satellite TV operator says Scripps would reach 40.29% of U.S. TV households, even after applying the UHF discount

5d ago·2 min read·360 words

Energy Department Research Arm Makes Big Bets on Fusion and Quantum

The Advanced Research Projects Agency-Energy spent $134M on fusion over 12 years. Now it is spending $135M in 18 months.

6d ago·1 min read·101 words

Telehealth, Precision Ag, and Aging Share a Single Dependency: Reliable Connection

The closest emergency room to parts of Perry County, Kentucky is 55 miles away. Telemedicine fills the gap.

6d ago·1 min read·115 words

Denver Passes One Year Moratorium On Data Centers

City officials halt two planned data center projects in the region.

6d ago·1 min read·128 words

FCC Expands Conditional Drone Approvals Under Covered List

The agency approved select European systems it says pose no unacceptable national security risk.

6d ago·1 min read·121 words

Fiber Industry Faces Competing Pressures From Data Centers and Workforce

Fiber industry speaking at BroadbandLive at Fiber Connect on Tuesday discussed BEAD delays, workforce shortages and data center demand.

6d ago·3 min read·590 words

Three Rural Providers Band Together To Build 2,000-Mile Fiber Route

The Heartland Fiber Project would link Denver and Chicago across seven states.

6d ago·1 min read·127 words

AT&T's Biggest Fiber Year Yet - and a Satellite Launch Too

The company expects to add 7 million fiber passings and launch a direct-to-device satellite service by year’s end.

6d ago·1 min read·146 words

T-Mobile Says Satellite Connectivity Will Complement, Not Replace Wireless Networks

Satellite service is becoming an essential add-on for premium wireless customers, officials say.

6d ago·1 min read·128 words

C Spire Combines Fiber and Wireless Connection by Launching One Plan

The company aims to simplify connection by converging wireless and fiber.

6d ago·1 min read·112 words

New Mexico First to Replace Federal Broadband Subsidy

$10 million program takes effect Wednesday, with potential to expand to $45 million annually.

6d ago·1 min read·146 words

Arkansas Proposal Outlines Uses for Remaining BEAD Funds

With $650 million in unspent BEAD funds, Arkansas says it has a plan for how to use them.

6d ago·1 min read·158 words

USAC Audits Are ‘Kafkaesque,’ Industry Tells FCC

Providers say the audit process costs more to defend than it recovers - and want the FCC to fix it.

6d ago·1 min read·140 words

Jim Brisimitzis and Stephen Leotis: How CBRS is Powering Rural America's Agricultural Future

CBRS shared spectrum is solving rural farms' connectivity crisis, but proposed higher-power rules could dismantle the balance making it work.

6d ago·6 min read·1118 words

Who Will Win This Legal Battle – FCC Chairman Brendan Carr or Superstar Lawyer Paul Clement?

Newsmax and a group of state cable associations said the D.C. Circuit should give the FCC no more than 14 days to vote on the Media Bureau’s March 19 approval of the Nexstar-TEGNA merger

6d ago·2 min read·398 words

Minnesota Fiber Dispute Escalates at FCC

Gateway Fiber claims cities are blocking broadband expansion by requiring cable franchises.

6d ago·1 min read·110 words

BEAD Non-Deployment Funds Could Fund Precision Ag. States Are Still Waiting to Find Out

State broadband and agriculture agencies remain siloed despite precision agriculture's growing connectivity demands, panelists said.

May 19·1 min read·133 words

As Federal Quantum Funding Lapses, Florida Deploys Quantum-Secured Fiber

China is spending $15 billion on quantum as a $2.7 billion U.S. reauthorization bill awaits passage.

May 18·2 min read·248 words

HughesNet in Deep Financial Trouble as Subscribers Switch to Starlink

The satellite company is rapidly losing subscribers and money.

May 18·1 min read·148 words

Amazon LEO Fuels Huge Investment in Florida's Space Coast

The company has invested millions to manufacture low-Earth orbit satellites.

May 18·2 min read·238 words

Operators: Smart Communities Need More than Fiber, They Need Government Engagement

A Nebraska fiber provider built a wireless network into every city router that school-issued Chromebooks connect to automatically, turning any home into a homework spot.

May 18·1 min read·110 words

GFiber, AARP Partner on Senior Internet Training, Starting with Chandler, Ariz.

One in four Americans will be over 65 within years. An industry partnership is building the digital literacy infrastructure to reach them.

May 18·1 min read·113 words

Charter, Cox Helping Pay for Free Internet in New York Homeless Shelters

This is part of the state's $1 billion plan to build accessible internet access in New York.

May 18·1 min read·132 words

Fiber Industry Confronts Marathon of BEAD Compliance, Data Center Backlash

Fiber Connect 2026 panelists said the broadband buildout has become a marathon, reshaped by soaring make-ready costs.

May 18·4 min read·673 words

NextEra to Buy Dominion in $67 Billion AI Power Play

The new company would have a $249 billion market cap, ranking third in U.S. energy sector

May 18·1 min read·94 words

Verizon CEO Eyes Billions in AI Infrastructure Opportunity

Wireless giant races to complete overhaul by November while cutting $5 billion in operating costs

May 18·1 min read·114 words

Sen. Cotton, Rep. Kustoff Pressure FCC's Carr to Allow Mobile Phone Jamming in State Prisons

Carr Supports Jamming, But Industry Opposition Led by AT&T, Verizon, and CTIA Has Been Intense, Arguing the Agency Lacked Legal Authority to Give State Prisons the Jamming Option

May 18·2 min read·336 words

Swedish Software Firm and AT&T Lead Open Access Standards Push in U.S.

A 165-member standards body aims to make it cheaper and faster for internet providers to share fiber networks across North America.

May 17·1 min read·108 words

'Light Years Ahead' is the Theme at Fiber Connect... Beginning Tomorrow

Don't miss Broadband Breakfast's wall-to-wall news and video coverage at Fiber Connect!

May 16·3 min read·491 words

Tech CEOs Summoned to Congress Again to Testify on Social Media Risk for Kids

The hearing is set for June 23, which is recognized as Social Media Victims Remembrance Day.

May 16·1 min read·106 words

SpaceX Delays Vandenberg Rocket Launch

The launch was delayed by a week.

May 15·1 min read·99 words

Luján Introduces Bill Requiring Automatic Refunds for Service Outages

Most providers require customers to request credits for outages themselves.

May 15·1 min read·95 words

FCC Targets Minnesota Schools in E-Rate Fraud Investigation

Letters of inquiry signal a continued push to target fraud in USF.

May 15·1 min read·97 words

Glen Howie: Arkansas's BEAD Surplus Opens Door to Broader Broadband Investment

Arkansas connected all of its unserved locations using less than a third of its BEAD allocation, leaving $650 million for broader investment.

May 15·7 min read·1376 words

Rhode Island Legislators Take Aim at 16-Year-Old Broadband Law

Proposed measure would give the state new authority to collect independent data on speeds, outages, and provider performance.

May 15·1 min read·144 words

AI Expansion Threatens Power Supply for 50,000 Lake Tahoe Residents

Northern Nevada's data center boom is forcing a small California utility to find a new power source within a year.

May 15·1 min read·139 words

‘We Did Not Compromise’: Northern Mariana Islands Advances Fully Underground Fiber Buildout

Officials resisted pressure to scale back resiliency standards on the territorywide broadband project.

May 15·1 min read·147 words

Data Center Boom Strains Communities, Some Panelists Say

The issue may have already hardened into a defining political issue of 2026.

May 15·2 min read·278 words

Elon Musk's SpaceX Calls on the FCC to Slash the $4.5 Billion High-Cost Fund

Starlink's parent said 'the long-standing problem of high-speed broadband network access has effectively been solved, rendering most legacy High-Cost support mechanisms redundant'

May 15·2 min read·309 words

Nebraska’s Vistabeam Turns on BEAD Connection

The company said it has first active subscribers on BEAD-funded infrastructure.

May 14·1 min read·139 words

Study: With 2.7 Million Subscribers, Starlink is a Top 10 U.S. ISP

The low-Earth orbit satellite provider doubled its global subscriber base in 2025.

May 14·1 min read·120 words

Groups Campaign To Restore Canceled Digital Equity Funding

Communities see setbacks in broadband access a year after funding loss.

May 14·1 min read·126 words

Treasury Extends Capital Projects Fund Deadline for Broadband Builds

Recipients can request a six-month extension after citing permitting delays, material shortages, and weather disruptions.

May 14·1 min read·139 words

New Report Shows Data Consumption on Fiber Dominates Cable

Median usage for fiber subscribers is triple that of cable's DOCSIS platform, report says.

May 14·1 min read·160 words

California Regulators Oppose FCC Wireline Deregulation Order

The order eliminating 386 wireline rules is scheduled to take effect June 15.

May 14·1 min read·147 words

FCC Approves Verizon’s $1 Billion Spectrum Purchase From Array

Rural carriers urged the agency to take up a rulemaking on the MVNO marketplace.

May 14·1 min read·159 words

Arthur Sidney: Broadband Is Becoming AI Infrastructure. Who Actually Controls It?

As broadband becomes the delivery layer for AI-driven public services, agencies must build audit rights, explainability, and override authority into procurement contracts.

May 14·6 min read·1016 words

Charter, Comcast Also Confident Amid Starlink Competition

Charter reached settlements with two intervenors in California’s review of its Cox acquisition.

May 14·1 min read·132 words

Socorro County Officials in New Mexico Agree to Vote on Data Center Moratorium

Residents have opposed a 10,000-acre data center suggested in March.

May 14·1 min read·136 words

New Mexico Launches Digital Navigator Program

The state’s broadband office has a goal of achieving universal access by 2029.

May 14·1 min read·162 words

Big Three Mobile Carriers Planning to Pool Spectrum for Satellite Operators

The carriers said they’re looking to foster competition in the direct-to-device space.

May 14·1 min read·157 words

Easton Utilities Withdraws from RDOF over Testing Costs

The company told the FCC that costs exceeded the amount of the award.

May 14·1 min read·164 words

Utility Pole Costs a Major Expense for BEAD Broadband Projects

Researchers say make-ready expenses could cost up to $4.63 billion nationwide

May 14·1 min read·147 words

Longmeadow Voters Reject Municipal Fiber Network Proposal

The vote followed what broadband advocates described as a telecom industry-backed astroturf campaign.

May 14·1 min read·134 words

AI Preemption Debate In Congress’s Hands

The longer Congress waits, the harder it may be.

May 14·1 min read·140 words

Verizon CEO Sees Starlink, Amazon LEO Capped at 5 Million U.S. Subs within 10 Years

Meanwhile. New Street Research says rapidly growing Starlink doubled its global subscriber base in 2025, hitting 2.7 million U.S. customers and becoming a Top 10 ISP

May 14·2 min read·306 words

T-Mobile Content with FWA, Not Eyeing Cable, Exec. says

CFO Peter Osvaldik also reiterated he saw satellite operators as complementary rather than competitive.

May 13·1 min read·108 words

Some of Ohio’s Satellite BEAD Locations Face Tree Canopy Cover, Analyst Says

NTIA said money could be clawed back if service doesn’t meet standards.

May 13·1 min read·195 words

Arvig Brings Connectivity to Minnesota Counties

The broadband provider will start construction on projects this spring.

May 13·1 min read·139 words

Democrat Pallone Takes on Big Retail over Concerns about ‘Surveillance Pricing’

Pallone's letter demands answers from major retailers regarding personalized pricing strategies.

May 13·1 min read·91 words

Verizon CEO Still Sees Satellite as Compliment to Terrestrial

Dan Schulman said Verizon still had capacity to grow its fixed wireless service.

May 13·1 min read·163 words

Pritzker Urges Secretary Lutnick to Release Illinois’ BEAD Funding

Illinois Governor expresses frustration at being one of the last to receive NTIA approval.

May 13·1 min read·160 words

First BEAD-Funded Equipment Deployed in Louisiana, State Says

A Nebraska ISP is claiming the first subscriber on BEAD infrastructure.

May 13·1 min read·172 words

Capito Wins Republican Primary in West Virginia

The two-term senator has championed rural broadband access.

May 13·1 min read·130 words

TechFreedom Backs FCC Plan to Make Spectrum Abundant for ‘Weird Space Stuff’

The group finds an exponential growing need for spectrum to support emergent space operations.

May 13·1 min read·129 words

AI Power Demand Is Outpacing Grid Buildout

Utilities are struggling to connect large data centers quickly enough to maintain reliability, panelists said.

May 13·1 min read·131 words

Permitting Delays Could Drive Up PJM Power Costs by $100 Billion

Researchers said slow power plant approvals threaten reliability as AI-driven electricity demand rises.

May 13·1 min read·133 words

White House Pushes AI Tools To Speed Federal Permitting

The administration is expanding automated reviews and digital systems.

May 13·1 min read·124 words

ACLP Analysis Projects BEAD-Related Pole Costs Could Reach $4.6 Billion

BEAD projects are expected to involve 3.9 million utility‑owned poles, researchers Alex Karras and Michael Santorelli of the Advanced Communications Law & Policy Institute say

May 13·1 min read·35 words

FERC Targets Data Center Interconnection Delays

Regulators have approved a range of proposals designed to speed generation interconnections and large-load connections.

May 12·1 min read·126 words

Lawmaker Calls for Approved Energy Projects To Move Forward

Approved energy projects are getting tied up in litigation as power demand surges, the Florida Democrat warned.

May 12·1 min read·155 words

Trump Signs USF Reform Bill Backed by Sen. Capito

The new law requires the FCC to establish a vetting process for USF applicants.

May 12·1 min read·135 words

Guthrie Pushes Summer Timeline for Bipartisan Permitting Reform

Guthrie criticized proposals to pause or limit data center development over power concerns.

May 12·1 min read·122 words

New Study Funded by Amazon Sees Big Payoff from Satellite Internet

The satellites have the potential for a big payoff and quality internet for users.

May 12·1 min read·182 words

FCC Approves EchoStar Spectrum Sales, With Escrow Requirement

It’s a victory for tower companies, who pushed for the condition.

May 12·1 min read·187 words

Energy Permitting Delays Threaten U.S. AI Growth, Senator Warns

Politicized reviews and court rulings are stalling infrastructure needed to support rising AI-driven energy demand, Armstrong said.

May 12·1 min read·137 words

AI Boom Will Reshape U.S. Energy Demand, Interior Secretary Says

The nation’s top public lands official said artificial intelligence will require major increases in U.S. energy production.

May 12·1 min read·122 words

Senators Affirm Need For U.S. Dominance In Space Exploration

The Artemis II mission is just the start, senators say.

May 12·1 min read·129 words

Alejandro Roark: Spectrum Is the Foundation of America’s AI Future

America's physical AI future depends on a balanced spectrum strategy that pairs licensed auctions with expanded unlicensed and shared spectrum, the author urges.

May 12·1 min read·33 words

AST SpaceMobile Still on Track for 45 Satellites This Year, Company Says

An unsuccessful launch in April lost a satellite and will leave New Glenn rockets grounded until an investigation finishes.

May 12·1 min read·186 words

U.S. Treasury to Wind Down Capital Projects Fund

Internal communication says new CPF plans must be submitted by May 21, 2026.

May 12·1 min read·141 words

FCC Says It Will Vote on Media Bureau Approval of Nexstar-TEGNA Merger Sometime 'This Year'

Agency tells D.C. Circuit the deal is under 'active consideration,' but wants the ‘typically deferential approach toward the management of its own limited resources’

May 12·1 min read·39 words

Michigan Senate Passes Youth Social Media Restrictions

Bills target addictive feeds and online protections for minors.

May 11·1 min read·123 words

Amazon Data Center Approved Without Public Vote in California

The project bypassed both the planning commission and city council entirely. 

May 11·1 min read·121 words

Maryland Pushes Back on $2 Billion Grid Upgrades

Residents could pay billions for upgrades tied to out-of-state AI data centers.

May 11·1 min read·121 words

Comcast Seeks FCC Action in Pole Dispute With Appalachian Power Company

Disputed pole replacement fees could delay broadband deployments, the ISP argues.

May 11·1 min read·136 words

South Texas Residents Sue SpaceX Over Alleged Damage Caused by Starship

Residents claim home damage from powerful rocket vibrations.

May 11·1 min read·157 words

EchoStar to FCC: Tower Escrow Could Jeopardize Spectrum Deals

The company also reported 16,000 new mobile subscribers in the second quarter, down from the same time last year.

May 11·2 min read·215 words

U.S. Pushes 6 GHz Wi-Fi Strategy Against China

The fight over 6 GHz could shape future global telecom networks.

May 11·1 min read·165 words

Senate Bill Would Explore Satellite Broadband Expansion Across Appalachia

Follows House passage of a companion bill in March.

May 11·1 min read·123 words

Ziply Fiber Sustains Subscriber Growth Under BCE Ownership

The company is on track to hit 3 million fiber passings by 2028.

May 11·1 min read·108 words

Days After Announcing Deal, Malone Buying out GCI’s Stake in Liberty Latin America

A larger deal in which GCI would take control of LLA fell apart.

May 11·1 min read·130 words

UK Spent More than $22 Million for Starlink Supplies, Report Shows

The UK used Starlink to support Ukraine and British soldiers abroad.

May 11·1 min read·143 words

Google Disrupts Hackers Using AI to Exploit an Unknown Weakness in a Company's Digital Defense

Malicious hackers are arming themselves with AI to supercharge their ability to break into the world’s computers.

May 11·1 min read·157 words

FCC Delays Banned Drone and Router Restrictions Until 2029

Restrictions tied to the agency’s Covered List had been set to take effect in 2027.

May 11·1 min read·117 words

Tucows Signals Change Ahead for Ting Internet

Tucows did not specify whether the process could involve a sale or spinoff.

May 11·1 min read·137 words

NTIA to BEAD Winners: ‘Know Your Rights’

The agency urged ISPs to ensure state contracts exempt them from certain laws and include permitting commitments.

May 11·1 min read·156 words

Constitutional Watchdog Joins Suit Over Canceled Digital Equity Grants

Legal group challenges Trump’s cancellation of $2.75 billion digital equity program.

May 11·1 min read·137 words

Broadband Breakfast on May 27, 2026 - The State of Broadband Deployment: Progress, Gaps, and Early Outcomes

This session examines where networks are being built, where gaps remain, and how deployment patterns are evolving as funding flows into the market.

May 11·3 min read·565 words

Utah Broadband Announces $23 Million Award

Company plans to connect homes in rural northern Utah.

May 11·1 min read·142 words

Wall Street Keeps Selling Cable Stocks While the S&P 500 Hits All-Time Highs

Shentel and TDS stand apart from the carnage, likely because their bold pivot to fiber keeps yielding net subscriber additions

May 11·1 min read·33 words

Evan Swarztrauber: Your Phone, Their Rules. It’s Time to Unlock the Mobile Market

The FCC should require carriers to automatically unlock cellphones once they're paid off, freeing consumers to switch providers and benefit from wireless competition.

May 10·1 min read·36 words

AI-Powered Drones to Reshape Economy and National Security

U.S. leadership will depend on spectrum access and domestic drone systems, FCC says.

May 9·1 min read·110 words

Anthropic Partners with SpaceX to Expand AI Capacity

Anthropic will gain access to 300 megawatts of AI compute, doubling code rates.

May 9·1 min read·111 words

Ben Sperry: The FCC’s Digital-Discrimination Detour Hits a Dead End

The author praises the Eighth Circuit for striking down the FCC's digital discrimination rule, arguing that it imported disparate-impact liability into the broadband market.

May 8·1 min read·34 words

Airlines Want Reimbursement for Retrofitting Gear After Upper C-Band Auction

Wireless carriers, who would be on the hook, have opposed the idea.

May 8·1 min read·122 words

Former FCC Commissioner O'Rielly Backs House GOP Data Privacy Bill

The SECURE Data Act would attempt to protect consumers while preempting conflicting state laws.

May 8·1 min read·126 words

Vermont Provider Launches Discounted Gigabit Program

Low-cost 1 Gig fiber service will be available to nonprofits in Addison County.

May 8·1 min read·122 words

Michigan Township Opposition Fails to Stop OpenAI Data Center

The facility was initially rejected by both the township board and planning commission.

May 8·1 min read·132 words

TDS Looking to Fully Acquire Array in All-Stock Deal

TDS added 11,000 new fiber subs and Array closed a $75 million spectrum sale to T-Mobile

May 8·1 min read·143 words

Broadband Breakfast on May 13, 2026 – The Politics of Data Centers

Who decides where data centers get built?

May 8·4 min read·673 words

FCC Pole Attachment Rules Take Effect

New deadlines for utilities and contractors aim to speed broadband builds.

May 8·1 min read·117 words

One Year After Cancellation, Digital Equity Act Tied Up in Legal Challenges

The decision to cancel the program is under litigation from affected groups and states.

May 8·1 min read·158 words

Democrat Rosenworcel’s Progressive FCC Legacy Resides on Wikipedia, Not in the Federal Code

The Biden FCC’s hard pivot left on Net Neutrality and Digital Discrimination lost in federal court, and FCC Chairman Brendan Carr dismantled Rosenworcel’s ‘homework gap’ overreach with USF money

May 8·1 min read·42 words

Tech is Betting on a Former Executive in the Race for California Governor

Voters are questioning whether he’ll stand up to the tech industry that's backing him.

May 8·1 min read·182 words

Joel Thayer and Matthew Wong: Space Policy Can’t Run on Dial-Up Speeds

A bipartisan push at the FCC and in Congress aims to modernize satellite licensing and clear the backlog threatening American leadership in space.

May 7·1 min read·35 words

Free Prison Calls Linked to Better Reentry Outcomes

Researchers said eliminating communication fees increased family contact and reduced financial strain.

May 7·1 min read·122 words

Wireless, Cable Industries at Odds over Spectrum Needs for AI

NTIA also revamped spectrum.gov to display progress of spectrum studies.

May 7·1 min read·136 words

Broadband Breakfast on May 20, 2026 – Broadband Breakfast at Fiber Connect

Join Broadband Breakfast at Fiber Connect 2026 in Orlando, Florida, on Wednesday

May 7·2 min read·347 words

Texas Lawmakers Back Effort To Lift Camp Fiber Requirement

Summer camps said the mandate could cost millions and threaten operations.

May 7·1 min read·144 words

GCI Liberty Investing $100 Million in Liberty Latin America

GCI Liberty is also changing its name to Liberty Capital Corporation.

May 7·1 min read·171 words

Greece, Birthplace of Democracy, Seeks to Put Humanity Ahead of AI in Updated Constitution

The reforms must pass votes in two successive parliaments.

May 7·1 min read·124 words

Arkansas Tackles Large-Scale Permitting Challenges

Coordination across agencies and jurisdictions has emerged as the state’s biggest permitting challenge.

May 7·1 min read·106 words

Broadband Breakfast on May 18, 2026 – Broadband Breakfast at Fiber Connect

Join Broadband Breakfast Live Online from Fiber Connect 2026 in Orlando, Florida, on Monday

May 7·4 min read·776 words

USAC Reports Little Change in Q3 Funding Projections

Consumers’ Research raises renewed legal objections.

May 7·1 min read·127 words

Amazon Opens Full Supply Chain to Outside Businesses

The company seeks to do for supply chains what AWS did for the cloud.

May 7·1 min read·149 words

Optimum Down 64,000 Broadband Subs

The company posted 52,000 new mobile lines in the first quarter, its best in the last six years

May 7·1 min read·115 words

Experts Weigh Risks of U.S.-Gulf Alliances in Global AI Race

With deals in place, policy experts worry export controls and security concerns complicate cooperation.

May 7·1 min read·144 words

Europe’s ‘Middle Powers’ Face Structural Challenges in AI Race

European powers are constrained by limited investment and reliance on U.S. firms, speakers say.

May 7·1 min read·145 words

Vacated – Eighth Circuit Tosses Out Rosenworcel’s Digital Discrimination Rules over Unlawful ‘Disparate Impact’ Standard

Court took 588 days from oral arguments to deliver another major judicial setback for Biden-era communications policies embraced by FCC Democrats Jessica Rosenworcel, Anna Gomez, and Geoffrey Starks

May 7·1 min read·43 words

NTIA and FCC Chiefs Tout Unified Spectrum Expansion Effort at CTIA Event

Leaders call for more airwaves to support 6G capacity and AI growth.

May 6·1 min read·135 words

Dish Agrees to Settle ACP Fraud Case for $17 Million

DOJ said 84,000 subscribers were ineligible for subsidies. The company didn’t admit any wrongdoing.

May 6·1 min read·158 words

CBRS Proponents Reiterate Opposition to Higher Power

‘The spectrum access systems have no way of dealing with this.’

May 6·1 min read·155 words

Eighth Circuit Vacates FCC’s Digital Discrimination Rules

The decision strikes the order in full, sending the FCC to restart.

May 6·1 min read·135 words

Broadband Breakfast on May 19, 2026 – Broadband Breakfast at Fiber Connect

Join Broadband Breakfast at Fiber Connect 2026 in Orlando, Florida, on Tuesday at 12 Noon ET

May 6·5 min read·849 words

Lumen Acquiring Networking Company Alkira for $475 Million

The company beat revenue expectations in the first quarter.

May 6·1 min read·142 words

Shentel Completes Broadband Project in Franklin County

The $32 million project was partially funded through a Virginia state broadband program.

May 6·1 min read·142 words

Senators Release Details of BEAD Permitting Bill

The proposal would require NTIA to publicly track broadband deployment progress

May 6·1 min read·137 words

USDA Accepts Telehealth, Distance Learning Grant Applications

Approximately $27 million in federal grants were made available.

May 6·1 min read·118 words

Corning to Build Three New Manufacturing Plants After $500 Million NVIDIA Investment

The company said the deal would boost its fiber manufacturing capacity by more than 50 percent.

May 6·1 min read·171 words

Education Department Finalizes AI Priorities

Schools and higher education institutions encouraged to expand AI instruction and coursework.

May 6·1 min read·122 words

Elon the Disrupter – Starlink Slashes 100 Mbps Promotional Price to $29 a Month, with Free Hardware

The 90-day promotion appears aimed at attracting new customers who have hesitated over upfront costs

May 6·1 min read·32 words

North Dakota Signs All BEAD Contracts

The state is planning to finish connecting its 279 eligible locations by the end of 2027.

May 5·1 min read·152 words

Might SpaceX Want an MVNO?

The major carriers have said they’re uninterested.

May 5·1 min read·168 words

Connecticut Passes Bipartisan AI Regulation Bill

Measure addresses AI’s impact on workers, children, and consumers.

May 5·1 min read·122 words

Jury Awards $18.2M in Tower Death Case, Recovery Uncertain

Bankrupt contractors and limited insurance could leave most of the award unpaid.

May 5·1 min read·155 words

No Changes to Worker Classification for BEAD, Pennsylvania Says

NTIA had previously said the state would have to change course.

May 5·1 min read·186 words

FCC Lifeline Proposal Could Cut Off Eligible Users, Stakeholders Warn

Most commenters support anti-fraud goals but warn rules could exclude eligible users.

May 5·1 min read·151 words

Broadband Breakfast on May 6, 2026 – Behind the Scenes at Broadband Breakfast

What does Broadband Breakfast have in store for the coming months? What are our partners doing? How can each of us be more involved in the broadband community?

May 5·1 min read·41 words

Maui Becomes Fourth Fully Fiber-Enabled Hawaiian Island

Hawaiian Telcom targets a complete statewide transition to fiber by the year's end. 

May 5·1 min read·161 words

Starlink Speeds Improved in Second Half of 2025: Ookla

Ookla found 45 percent of Starlink customers saw median speeds of at least 100* 20 Mbps, up from just 17 percent from early 2025.

May 5·1 min read·198 words

Public Pushback Grows Against FCC's DJI Drone Restrictions

Public safety officials and small businesses say they struggle to adapt with the DJI ban.

May 5·1 min read·130 words

Trump Administration Seeks to Preempt State Regulation of Prediction Markets

The Federal regulator claims exclusive authority over an industry long regulated by states.

May 5·2 min read·242 words

Former GOP Presidential Hopeful Steve Forbes Hammers Critics of the Nexstar-TEGNA Merger

'Their argument has the musty smell of 1985,' Forbes says in an Op-Ed posted Monday on Fox News' website

May 5·1 min read·31 words

Group Targets Longmeadow Municipal Broadband Plan

The group has spent thousands advertising against the plan.

May 4·1 min read·145 words

Ligado Wants NOAA Spectrum for Direct-to-Device Satellite Service

Aviation groups and others told Congress they feared interference from Ligado’s plans.

May 4·1 min read·164 words

In the PR Battle for AI Data Centers, Tech Giants Got a Blue-Collar Ally

Tech execs talk of needing to train hundreds of thousands more skilled workers.

May 4·1 min read·159 words

Mamdani Announces $2 Million to Expand Free Broadband Access

Program will reach more than 700 NYC households this summer and thousands more over two years.

May 4·1 min read·142 words

WideOpenWest Announces Broadband Expansion Plans

Fiber upgrades are planned in three Michigan counties.

May 4·1 min read·124 words

Bill to Increase Oversight of BEAD Broadband Grants Filed

The legislation would place new responsibilities on the Commerce Department.

May 4·1 min read·131 words

Bill to Increase Oversight of BEAD Broadband Grants Filed

The legislation would place new responsibilities on the Commerce Department.

May 4·1 min read·19 words

VATI Program Drives Broadband Expansion in Virginia

State initiative has delivered broadband to more than 221,500 locations to date.

May 4·1 min read·118 words

U.S. Must Improve Response to Subsea Cable Sabotage, Lawmakers Warn

Officials call for stronger sanctions and improved monitoring for undersea infrastructure.

May 4·1 min read·140 words

Amazon Leo’s Satellite Total Surpasses 300

The company's latest launch deployed 32 satellites into low-Earth orbit.

May 4·1 min read·166 words

Wisconsin Officials Press Feds Over Stalled Broadband Funds

Lack of federal guidance halts more than $300 million in obligated state broadband funding.

May 4·1 min read·169 words

Zayo Completes Crown Castle Fiber Acquisition

The $8.5 billion deal expands Zayo’s network by 90,000 route miles.

May 4·1 min read·134 words

Here’s a Number Wall Street’s Starting to Care About: (888) GO-STARLINK

On earnings calls, analysts are starting to use up their limited quota of questions to ask CEOs if they are feeling any heat from Elon Musk's Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite constellation.

May 4·1 min read·43 words

Eric Bathras: From Fiber to Fabric, the Next Evolution of BEAD

Maryland officials are urging NTIA and Congress to let states use remaining BEAD funds for integrated, multi-use infrastructure rather than single-purpose broadband builds.

May 3·1 min read·34 words

AT&T Cuts Home Broadband Price for Low-Income Americans

Families who qualify for federal assistance will receive a $25 discount.

May 2·1 min read·158 words

FCC Grants 26 Rip and Replace Extensions

The agency also released its list of approved AWS-3 bidders.

May 1·1 min read·130 words

FCC Proposes to Streamline Broadband Data Collection

Rural providers warn accuracy issues remain as agency moves to simplify system.

May 1·1 min read·139 words

Charter CEO Discloses Stock Purchase

The buy appears opportunistic after recent losses.

May 1·1 min read·107 words

Carr: FCC Open to Ideas on Tentative Rural Subsidy Inquiry

He didn’t say how the agency felt about House lawmakers’ effort to block the NextNav petition.

May 1·1 min read·184 words

Wireless Prices Fall as Inflation Rises, CTIA Finds

CTIA’s wireless affordability tracker shows faster speeds and lower data costs.

May 1·1 min read·144 words

Broadband Breakfast on July 1, 2026 - 1977-2026: Computing, the Internet and Artificial Intelligence

The final installment of Broadband Breakfast's three-part series covers 1977–2026, when computing, the internet, and artificial intelligence reshaped American life.

May 1·2 min read·352 words

Broadband Breakfast on June 24, 2026 - 1927-1976: Broadcasting, Cable and the Creation of the Media

The second installment of Broadband Breakfast's three-part series covers 1927–1976, when broadcasting and cable created the modern American media.

May 1·2 min read·345 words

Broadband Breakfast on June 17, 2026 – 1876-1926: The Telephone and the Transatlantic Cable

Broadband Breakfast kicks off a three-part series on 250 years of American independence and 150 years of American telecommunications.

May 1·2 min read·325 words

Seattle Considers 365-Day Data Center Moratorium

Rising power demand and public pressure push city councilmembers to consider a pause.

May 1·1 min read·166 words

Shentel Up 6,000 Fiber Subs, Seeing Some Starlink Competition

Cable One stock tumbled after an ARPU dip.

May 1·1 min read·157 words

Bill Introduced to Expand Enrollment of Lifeline Program

State grants would support program outreach and enrollment.

May 1·1 min read·127 words

Cable One Keeps Leaking Broadband Subs Under New CEO Holanda

Net debt expected to surge later in the year after taking full control of Vyve Broadband

May 1·1 min read·26 words

Federal AI Turns to Factories as Cloud Limits Emerge

AI workloads and security demands require infrastructure beyond the cloud, tech leaders say.

Apr 30·1 min read·152 words

FCC Splits On E-Rate Bidding Portal

The proposal passed despite pushback from stakeholders and commissioner Gomez.

Apr 30·1 min read·143 words

FCC Adopts New Satellite Spectrum Sharing Rules

The agency also adopted two items aimed at targeting China.

Apr 30·1 min read·152 words

Federal Preemption of State AI Laws Threaten Worker Safety

Panelists called for guardrails against AI at the federal, state and local level.

Apr 30·1 min read·156 words

Senate Introduces Bills Targeting Kids’ AI Safety and Literacy

AI chatbots pose real risks for kids, senators agree.

Apr 30·1 min read·131 words

Inseego Set to Acquire Nokia’s Fixed Wireless Access Business

The transaction is expected to double Inseego’s revenue.

Apr 30·1 min read·149 words

House Passes Farm Bill

Rural broadband programs extended through 2031.

Apr 30·1 min read·132 words

Louisiana Clears First Batch of NEPA Approvals for BEAD

The state is hoping to get all projects past environmental reviews by July 4.

Apr 30·1 min read·166 words

T-Mobile Wants Even More Oversight for FirstNet Authority

The House passed a reauthorization bill that would give NTIA more authority over the agency.

Apr 30·1 min read·162 words

Oregon Pushes Back on Lifeline Fraud Findings

State regulators said federal policies kept some deceased Lifeline subscribers active.

Apr 30·1 min read·148 words

eX2 Technology Announces Dark Fiber Agreement with Navajo County

The agreement furthers broadband access in tribal nations and the state of Arizona.

Apr 30·1 min read·150 words

NAB Allegedly ‘Lambasts’ Carr in Statement That Failed to Mention Carr, Disney, ABC, or Jimmy Kimmel by Name

NAB’s statement said a lot about TV station licensing process but nothing about Jimmy Kimmel’s rude commentary on ABC aimed at First Lady Melania Trump for which he has refused to apologize

Apr 30·1 min read·50 words

Rural-Focused $42 Billion Broadband Equity, Access and Deployment Program Becomes Operational

Early signs of a massive federal broadband expansion effort are beginning to reach local communities.

Apr 30·1 min read·26 words

Sanders Convenes Chinese and American Computer Scientists to Warn of Threat from AI

'The richest, most powerful people in the world are now building a runaway train with no brakes,' Sanders said.

Apr 30·2 min read·209 words

Internal Divisions Force House Republicans to Delay Farm Bill Vote

Meanwhile, House appropriators advance spending bill with $88 million for USDA broadband efforts.

Apr 29·1 min read·161 words

Elon Musk Tells His Side of OpenAI's Beginnings in OpenAI Trial

The trial centers on the 2015 birth of the ChatGPT maker as a nonprofit startup primarily funded by Musk before evolving into a capitalistic venture now valued at $852 billion.

Apr 29·1 min read·195 words

Astound Suing Dish over Contract Fees

EchoStar insisted it was forced to sell licenses to ‘buyers approved by the FCC.’

Apr 29·1 min read·182 words

Experts Warn Lagging IT And Communications Technology Threatens U.S. Security

House lawmakers question witnesses on the current state of homeland security.

Apr 29·1 min read·155 words

Older Adults Technology Gap Persists Despite Gains: Broadband Breakfast Panelists

One panelist called the broadband gap among older Americans a national crisis

Apr 29·2 min read·214 words

Energy Subcommittee Hearing Focuses on Affordability, Grid Modernization

House Subcommittee heard from industry experts on the impact of seven proposed bills.

Apr 29·1 min read·195 words

Elon Musk Gets an Apology From California Regulators as a SpaceX Lawsuit is Settled

SpaceX had sued the commission over its opposition to expanding the launch schedule for Falcon 9 rockets

Apr 29·1 min read·170 words

FCC to Consider High Cost Update at May Meeting

The agency will also vote on broadband data collection and robocall items.

Apr 29·1 min read·176 words

T-Mobile CEO: No Comment on Deutsche Telekom Merger Rumors

Also, the carrier’s direct-to-cell service with SpaceX has been seeing less usage than expected.

Apr 29·1 min read·174 words

T-Mobile Teams with Starlink on SuperBroadband, an Enterprise Offer with a $250 Monthly Price Tag

‘Traditional Internet relies on a single connection and often requires multiple providers to achieve redundancy. SuperBroadband brings 5G and Starlink together in one managed service …’ T-Mobile says

Apr 29·1 min read·43 words

FCC Weighs Efforts to Address Robocalls as Industry Pushes Back

Comments on proposals urge caution based on the current technology landscape

Apr 28·1 min read·185 words

T-Mobile Adds More Than 500,000 Broadband Subs

The company is no longer reporting individual subscriber metrics.

Apr 28·1 min read·168 words

Catalina Island Getting Closer to Fiber Internet Service

The project will provide the island's 3,500 residents with high-speed internet.

Apr 28·1 min read·150 words

FTC Drops NewsGuard Probe After Yearlong Dispute

Case raises questions about federal scrutiny of private content-rating firms

Apr 28·1 min read·138 words

Elon Musk Takes Stand in Trial vs. Sam Altman That Could Reshape AI's Future

The jury was selected Monday.

Apr 28·1 min read·168 words

Grain Aiming to Lease Direct-to-Device Spectrum 90 Days After Deal Closing

The firm’s founder David Grain met with FCC Chairman Brendan Carr last week to pitch the arrangement.

Apr 28·1 min read·162 words

Capito Bill Tightens FCC Vetting of Broadband Providers

Measure targets accountability in how federal broadband funds are awarded

Apr 28·1 min read·133 words

Oregon Broadband Office Announces Digital Connectivity Awards

The money will be used to purchase computers and public Wi-Fi.

Apr 28·1 min read·121 words

California Utilities Have a Solution to Soaring Energy Prices: More Data Centers

PG&E believes more data centers may be the key to repairing the price crunch in California.

Apr 28·2 min read·340 words

AFL-CIO President Calls AI 'Single Biggest Threat to Working People of Our Lifetime'

President Liz Shuler, whose federation of unions represents 15 million workers, pushed for guardrails on AI.

Apr 28·1 min read·142 words

Lou Blatt: AI Models as Sovereign Assets, or Redefining Data Control in Emergency Communications

As AI reshapes emergency communications, public safety agencies must rethink data sovereignty as a matter of operational readiness rather than basic compliance.

Apr 28·1 min read·36 words

Labels Drop Copyright Suits Against Verizon, Optimum After Cox Ruling

The music industry was seeking $2.6 billion from Verizon and $1.6 billion from Optimum.

Apr 28·1 min read·158 words

T-Mobile Investing $2.7 billion in New Fiber JVs

The carrier also announced a new business internet service with Starlink.

Apr 28·1 min read·186 words

AT&T Slashes 5G Home Internet Service by $25 a Month (or 42%) for Low-Income Customers

The company is effectively creating its own Affordable Connectivity Program by slashing the retail price of AT&T Internet Air for Americans who qualify under 18 federal need‑based assistance programs

Apr 28·1 min read·44 words

Japan’s SoftBank Getting Closer to Owning U.S. ISP WideOpenWest

DigitalBridge shareholders approve broadband company’s sale to SoftBank.

Apr 27·1 min read·165 words

California Middle-Mile Project Advances as Network Operator Selected

About 46 percent of fiber installation complete, state officials say.

Apr 27·1 min read·153 words

Amazon to Launch Leo 6 Satellites

Mission advances buildout of low-earth orbit satellite network

Apr 27·1 min read·148 words

FCC’s Carr Signals Tougher Oversight of Broadband Subsidies

FCC conducting a ‘top-to-bottom’ evaluation of USF programs, Carr says.

Apr 27·1 min read·159 words

USF Reform Draft Expected By End Of May, Lawmaker Says

Energy and Commerce Subcommittee Chairman Richard Hudson calls current funding model unsustainable as reform talks advance.

Apr 27·1 min read·158 words

Open Access Operator SiFi Sold

A Dutch pension fund manager and German investment firm acquired the company for an undisclosed sum.

Apr 27·1 min read·141 words

RUS Signals Launch of Next ReConnect Funding Round

Elmshaeuser says program remains central as federal broadband funding expands

Apr 27·1 min read·142 words

NTIA To Set Guidance For $21B In BEAD Funds Within ‘a Few Months’

Agency says it is on track to deliver universal broadband as billions remain unspent

Apr 27·1 min read·165 words

FCC Split on Lifeline Eligibility Reforms, Gomez Says

Commissioner calls subsidy ‘measly’ amid current affordability crisis

Apr 27·1 min read·147 words

Reps. Gottheimer, Stefanik, and Suozzi Send Bipartisan Letter to TikTok CEO

Members suggested improved age verification measures.

Apr 27·1 min read·179 words

Newsmax CEO Chris Ruddy on White House Press Dinner Shooting: 'I Heard Thud, Thud, Thud, Thud'

Conservative media leader and Trump confidant tells Policyband what it was like being inside the Washington Hilton ballroom when the shots rang out Saturday night

Apr 27·1 min read·41 words

Kristian Stout and Michael Calabrese: The FCC Lets Satellite Innovation Breathe

The FCC's pending vote to modernize outdated technical limits would unlock 7x gains in satellite broadband capacity.

Apr 26·1 min read·28 words

GCI Defends Employment Policies to FCC Critical of DEI

Filing comes amid broader debate over merger reviews tied to workplace policies.

Apr 24·1 min read·135 words

Nation's First State Data Center Moratorium Vetoed by Maine Governor

The bill passed by the Democrat-controlled state legislature would have instituted a moratorium for more than a year on data centers above a certain size.

Apr 24·2 min read·258 words

Amazon Leo Routers Exempt from FCC Ban

Router manufacturer TP-Link met with the agency about its own exemption Wednesday.

Apr 24·1 min read·153 words

Virginia Lawmakers Deadlocked on Data Center Tax Incentive

Senate moves to end incentives while House seeks to preserve them with new rules.

Apr 24·1 min read·149 words

Local Orgs Happy to See Broadband Permitting Bill Stalled

A supportive lawmaker was optimistic a version would move forward at some point.

Apr 24·1 min read·168 words

ReConnect Funding Restored in FY2027 USDA Bill

House breaks with USDA request on rural broadband funding

Apr 24·1 min read·133 words

Charter Down 120,000 Broadband Subs

CEO Chris Winfrey is open to more cable consolidation.

Apr 24·1 min read·135 words

80 Groups Oppose FCC E-Rate Bidding Portal

Groups warn proposal could add burdens and deter participation.

Apr 24·1 min read·147 words

Trump Administration Vows Crackdown on Chinese Companies 'Exploiting' AI Models Made in US

The Trump administration vowed to crack down on Chinese firms extracting capabilities from U.S. AI models, as a bipartisan House bill advanced to sanction such attacks.

Apr 24·1 min read·179 words

Abe Salander and Zeb Zankel: Real Estate and Commercial Strategies for Monetizing Dark Fiber

Electric utilities have a rare opportunity to monetize their existing fiber infrastructure amid surging demand from AI data centers and federal broadband programs.

Apr 24·1 min read·37 words

Ossoff Probes Energy Impact of AI Data Centers in Georgia

Senator questions whether companies’ pledges to pay their own way are credible and enforceable. 

Apr 24·1 min read·180 words

Seattle Mayor Considers Data Center Moratorium

More than 54,000 emails were sent to Seattle City Council members urging the ban.

Apr 24·1 min read·156 words

Alaska Pushes for Data Center Investment

State plans gas pipeline and fiber expansion to attract developers seeking lower costs and new sites.

Apr 24·1 min read·151 words

LightShed Partners Asks, How Important Is NFL to Free TV? 'No Other Programming Matters'

Wall Street analysts predict networks may cut or shift more entertainment content to streaming

Apr 24·1 min read·28 words

FCC Denies Satellite Firms' Requests for Spectrum Access

The agency said it wanted to avoid uncertainty for current satellite occupants

Apr 23·1 min read·176 words

‘Beneficiary Pays’ Model Gains Traction With Lawmakers

Unclear cost allocation has led some states to oppose data center and transmission projects.

Apr 23·1 min read·123 words

Little Talk of BEAD at Lutnick’s House Hearing

He did not repeat his goal of non-deployment guidance ‘over the next two months,’ which he told senators Wednesday.

Apr 23·1 min read·183 words

Data Centers Drive High-Skilled Jobs, Officials Say

The industry supports specialized careers and local economic growth, despite perceptions of limited employment.

Apr 23·1 min read·129 words

Data Center Industry Slammed Over Messaging

Public misconceptions about data centers are fueling opposition, Rep. Jay Obernolte said.

Apr 23·1 min read·132 words

Alaska’s GCI Acquiring Quintillion

Grain Management has owned Quintillion since February 2024.

Apr 23·1 min read·149 words

FirstNet Showcases Disaster Response Network

Officials said the public safety network is adapting to more frequent and severe disasters.

Apr 23·1 min read·146 words

Vertical Bridge Announces $1.5 Billion Equity Investment From KKR

Vertical Bridge joins KKR's $40 billion investment portfolio.

Apr 23·1 min read·173 words

Comcast Beats on Broadband Losses and Wireless Adds

The cable giant improved its year-over-year subscriber losses for the first time since the fourth quarter of 2020.

Apr 23·1 min read·155 words

TDS Telecom to Acquire Granite State Communications

The transaction is expected to yield 11,000 new fiber locations in New Hampshire.

Apr 23·1 min read·170 words

Vyve Broadband Announces New Leadership

The change follows Cable One’s buyout of the company in January 2026.

Apr 23·1 min read·133 words

NFL to FCC: Without Antitrust Exemption, Games Could Appear on Streamers Like Philo and Crackle

NFL's top lawyer, Ted Ullyot, armed with a 17-page slide deck for senior FCC staff, predicted fan viewing chaos if Commissioner Roger Goodell can't negotiated TV rights deals for all 32 teams

Apr 23·1 min read·47 words

Panelists Urge Data Center Companies to Change their Attitude Toward Public

Concerns around AI, a lack of transparency from data center companies, and dismissive nature toward public concerns threaten the industry, panelists argue.

Apr 23·1 min read·177 words

Indoor Location Gaps and FirstNet Reauthorization in Public Safety Discussion

Technology stakeholders say 3D positioning and indoor mapping are at an inflection point.

Apr 23·1 min read·194 words

PR Push Seen as Key to Overcoming Data Center Opposition

Industry talk outlines strategy to address rising community backlash.

Apr 22·1 min read·140 words

Long Wait Times Push Data Centers Away From Renewables

Developers turn to natural gas to meet rapid AI-driven demand.

Apr 22·1 min read·165 words

FCC Grants AST SpaceMobile’s Direct-to-Cell Request

The satellite company can offer service with AT&T and Verizon spectrum, and operate up to 248 satellites.

Apr 22·1 min read·172 words

ChatGPT Allegedly Advised Florida Gunman Where and When to Shoot Last Year

Florida AG James Uthmeier launched an investigation and subpoenaed OpenAI on Tuesday.

Apr 22·1 min read·159 words

Render Networks Announces $14.3 Million Funding Raise From Black Kite Partners

Company hopes to join utility infrastructure buildout through the acquisition.

Apr 22·1 min read·152 words

Lutnick Aiming for Non-Deployment Guidance ‘Over the Next Two Months’

NTIA also approved Oklahoma’s final BEAD proposal, leaving only California and Illinois awaiting clearance.

Apr 22·1 min read·158 words

Energy Expert Encourages Data Centers To Connect to the Grid

So-called 'behind-the-meter' power generation had been seen as a potential solution to provide power to data centers fast.

Apr 22·1 min read·186 words

Negative Impacts of Higher Power Operation on the Citizens Broadband Radio Service

As a result of increased power levels, the diverse and fast-growing array of operators using the CBRS band today would be reduced to a fraction. 

Apr 22·1 min read·37 words

Cooling Constraints Emerge as Major Challenge for Data Centers

Water use and rising AI demand are pushing operators to rethink traditional cooling systems.

Apr 22·1 min read·140 words

House Appropriators Move to Block NextNav Proposal

Siding with 900 MHz incumbents, lawmakers said they fear interference from the company’s proposed system.

Apr 22·1 min read·168 words

AT&T Adds Equal Number of Fiber and Fixed Wireless Subs: 292,000

CEO John Stankey said the company might have wholesale relationships with more than one satellite provider in the future.

Apr 22·2 min read·202 words

Poverty Advocacy Group Raises BEAD Funding Concerns

Advocacy group fears minority communities will miss out on BEAD funds.

Apr 22·1 min read·169 words

Lawmakers Weigh Satellite Licensing Overhaul Amid Growing Demand

Witnesses said delays in the current system can hinder innovation and increase costs. 

Apr 22·1 min read·162 words

Malone's GCI Buying Alaska Subsea Fiber Operator Quintillion, Ending Grain Management's Brief, Painful Tenure

GCI's press release said the deal has an enterprise value of $310 million plus several other deal sweeteners

Apr 22·1 min read·32 words

Retailers Group Opposes Onshoring Call Centers

The National Retail Federation says FCC rule would create unnecessary 'regulatory compliance exercises'

Apr 21·1 min read·137 words

Officials Shift Data Center Strategy to Win Community Support

States are pushing developers to engage communities, improve facility design, and take on infrastructure costs.

Apr 21·1 min read·142 words

AI Compute Shortage Challenges ‘Bubble’ Narrative

OpenAI, Anthropic constraints and rising GPU prices signal demand is outpacing available compute

Apr 21·1 min read·137 words

Ookla: Once ‘Science Fiction,’ Satellite-to-Mobile Phone Technology is Quietly Emerging

Ookla’s latest report reveals 24.5% space satellite growth between July 2025 and March 2026.

Apr 21·2 min read·201 words

On Permitting, Delaware's Democratic Governor Gets Praise from Conservative Analyst

Governor is trying to reduce state's permitting backlog.

Apr 21·1 min read·127 words

Systems Emerging to Balance Data Center Environmental Impacts

The industry is experimenting with ways to reduce its footprint, panelists said.

Apr 21·1 min read·148 words

Supreme Court Appears Open to FCC Fine Orders Being Nonbinding

That would preserve the agency's fine powers, but reduce the force of its forfeiture orders.

Apr 21·1 min read·169 words

Experts Argue Patchwork Laws Complicate Data Center Boom

Lawyers cite inconsistent state laws and federal policy shifts as key challenges.

Apr 21·1 min read·149 words

U.S. Space Command Leader Concerned Russia Developing a Nuclear Anti-Satellite Weapon

Gen. Whiting cited unconfirmed intelligence reports on Russia’s capabilities.

Apr 21·1 min read·161 words

Jeff Collins: Companies Blindly Suffer as Internet Outages Surge

When outages cascade across cloud providers, ISPs, and edge networks, most teams are left blind to failures happening outside their walls.

Apr 21·1 min read·30 words

Gray Media Accuses DISH of Providing TV Signals without Authorization

In an FCC complaint, Gray said a senior executive claimed he discovered the alleged violation while staying at Hotel Cleo in Knoxville, Tenn.

Apr 21·1 min read·33 words

Panelists Struggle to Find Solutions to Community Opposition on Data Centers

The panel called on the data center industry to work together to address community concerns

Apr 20·1 min read·146 words

Early Community Engagement May Avoid Data Center Delays, Industry Panel Says

Experts say communication gaps and local opposition can derail projects.

Apr 20·1 min read·157 words

House Passes FirstNet Reauthorization Bill

The Senate will now have to take up the issue.

Apr 20·1 min read·137 words

Company Wants FCC to Reallocate TV Spectrum for Mobile

Landover wants to manage reallocation of 554-608 MHz in exchange for a cut of the proceeds.

Apr 20·1 min read·25 words

Permitting Reform Needed As Energy, Data Center Demand Surges

Panelists differ on whether to overhaul permitting laws or revise them.

Apr 20·1 min read·128 words

States Reconsider Data Center Tax Incentives

Bills in 28 states seek to scale back or modify existing incentive programs.

Apr 20·1 min read·154 words

Amazon Leo Releases Aviation Antenna

The release comes as Amazon seeks to challenge Starlink’s control of satellite broadband.

Apr 20·1 min read·170 words

Senators Propose Update to Communications Accessibility Law

Bill would a 2010 law to expand accessibility requirements to emerging digital services.

Apr 20·1 min read·143 words

North Dakota Regulators Can’t Help Blumenthal on Data Center Oversight

State regulators say they lack authority over data centers, limiting what they can tell federal officials.

Apr 20·1 min read·140 words

AST to De-Orbit Satellite After Failed Launch

The Orlando Sentinel first reported the FAA grounded the Blue Origin rocket used pending an investigation.

Apr 20·1 min read·143 words

House Subcommittee Would Provide FCC Less Money Than Requested for 2027

The full House Appropriations Committee is set to consider the bill this week.

Apr 20·1 min read·144 words

FCC Asked to Adopt Plan Taking Nine UHF TV Channels from Broadcasters for Reassignment to 6G Wireless

Ahead of NAB show in Las Vegas this week, a group called Landover Saturn 5 is targeting ‘underutilized’ UHF spectrum amid declining TV station economics fueled by MVPD cord cutting

Apr 20·1 min read·47 words

The Internet Is Leaving Earth

Beyond NASA, Starlink satellites are using optical inter-satellite links to transmit data via infrared laser beams

Apr 20·1 min read·200 words

Broadband Breakfast on April 29, 2026 – Older Adults Connectivity

Older adults remain among the least likely to have home broadband access or the digital skills to fully benefit from it.

Apr 20·1 min read·31 words

Trump Wants to Stop States from Regulating AI. This Utah Republican Isn't Listening

Doug Fiefia, a Republican, has a background in technology and is running for the state senate with a pledge to tackle AI.

Apr 19·1 min read·195 words

North America Ranks Among World’s Most Expensive Regions for Broadband

U.S. broadband costs remain high compared to similar Western economies.

Apr 18·1 min read·141 words

States Map Out Plans for $50 Billion Rural Health Program

An early strategy in North Carolina centers on community-led networks.

Apr 18·1 min read·122 words

Federal Judge Blocks Nexstar-Tegna TV Station Merger Until Antitrust Lawsuit is Settled

The merger would create a company owning 265 TV stations across 44 states. Attorneys general in 8 states and DirecTV had sued.

Apr 18·1 min read·199 words

White House Chief of Staff Meets with Anthropic CEO Over its New AI Technology

The Friday meeting follows tensions between the Trump administration and Anthropic over the use of AI technology in federal agencies.

Apr 17·1 min read·191 words

NextNav Cleared for More Coexistence Tests

Stakeholders think the FCC is nearing a notice of proposed rulemaking related to PNT systems.

Apr 17·1 min read·124 words

Congress to Take Up Broadband, Public Safety Bills Under Suspension-of-Rules

House to consider FirstNet reauthorization, USF vetting bill, and others.

Apr 17·1 min read·131 words

Congress Extends Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act Deadline

Temporary measure pushes surveillance authority to April 30 amid ongoing debate.

Apr 17·1 min read·138 words

April 23, 2026: CBRS Under Threat

How high-power risks dismantling shared spectrum and upending the U.S. businesses it powers

Apr 17·1 min read·19 words

Cyber Nominee Warns U.S. Could ‘Cede Strategic Ground’ on Digital Infrastructure

Cassady called for coalitions of trusted partners to support secure U.S. digital ecosystems.

Apr 17·1 min read·129 words

Education Groups Opposed to E-Rate Bidding Portal

FCC insists it’s necessary to prevent fraud.

Apr 17·1 min read·165 words

Analysts Call for Public Broadband as Thousands Remain Offline in NYC

New York City’s reliance on companies like Spectrum and Verizon has not delivered affordable or universal service, analysts say.

Apr 17·1 min read·152 words

FCC Reviewing Amazon's Request for More Time on Satellite Deployment

Carr stressed the importance of competition in the LEO market.

Apr 17·1 min read·151 words

Local Governments Push Back on House Broadband Permitting Bill

The American Broadband Deployment Act would impose shot clocks on local reviews.

Apr 17·1 min read·141 words

Internet Shutdowns Becoming Routine for Authoritarian Regimes, Panel Says

Costly VPN and satellite tools fall short as enforcement tightens.

Apr 17·1 min read·137 words

FCC’s Carr: Retiring Copper Networks Will Save Billions

Chairman Brendan Carr said the FCC has ejected more than 1,200 telecom providers for robocall mitigation.

Apr 17·1 min read·122 words

Ziply Fiber CEO Urges FCC's Carr to Back Away from Foreign Call Center Regulation

FCC Chairman Brendan Carr wants to onshore call centers to provider U.S. consumers with a better experience and limit the ability of foreign bad actors to get their hands on sensitive consumer data.

Apr 17·1 min read·47 words

Legal Tech Valuations Surge In 2026 Because of AI

Legal software spending stands at roughly $40 billion today amidst a trillion-dollar legal services industry.

Apr 17·2 min read·221 words

U.S. Courts Navigate Internal AI Adoption as Caseloads Surge

Over 60 percent of federal judges have used AI at least once.

Apr 17·2 min read·237 words

AI-Native Law Firms Expand, Transforming a Century-Old Billing System

AI will not eliminate lawyers the way the medical information website WebMD did not eliminate medical professionals, lawyer says.

Apr 16·1 min read·170 words

FCC’s Carr Concerned About Verizon-Contractor Commitments

Wireless Estimator reported some contractors said they weren’t seeing transparent pricing that the carrier agreed to.

Apr 16·1 min read·156 words

Energy Officials Pressured to Expand Grid as AI Demand Surges

The department is exploring using federal land and agency sites to speed data center buildout.

Apr 16·1 min read·154 words

Industry Leaders Urge Congress to Boost Chip Policy to Win AI Race Against China

House Democrats slam Trump administration for undermining the Biden-era CHIPS and Science Act.

Apr 16·2 min read·216 words

FTC and Eight States Settle With Ad Agencies Over Alleged Boycotts

Settlement targets alleged coordinated ad restrictions based on political content.

Apr 16·1 min read·145 words

Gary Shapiro: The War on Platforms is a War on Innovation

The author urges Congress to preserve Section 230 and the legal tradition of regulating bad actors rather than the technologies they use–especially AI.

Apr 16·1 min read·34 words

Lawmakers Aiming to Circulate Draft USF Framework This Summer

Meanwhile, the FCC is seeking comment on how it might improve USAC

Apr 16·1 min read·148 words

Data Centers Economic Benefits Are Overstated, Advocates Say

Promised tax revenue and job growth often fall short.

Apr 16·1 min read·115 words

Nokia and VarData Selected for Nevada BEAD Rollout

SkyFiber was awarded $180.6 million in BEAD funds last year after a stalled permitting process.

Apr 16·1 min read·134 words

Connectbase CEO Predicts Edge Technology is What’s Next for AI Inference

“Edge is real and exciting today,” CEO Ben Edmond said. “It's been talked about for almost a decade now, but the reality is we're now seeing, because of AI, real use cases.”

Apr 16·1 min read·195 words

Sen. Baldwin's Bill Would Guarantee Free Access Throughout Wisconsin to Watch NFL Packers

Wisconsin Democrat’s For the Fans bill would also ban league-owned streaming services from blacking out certain games on their platforms

Apr 16·1 min read·33 words

New Mexico Broadband Office Likely to Downsize After BEAD

Colorado and Texas officials said their broadband offices would focus on other programs with current staff.

Apr 16·1 min read·189 words

FTC Warns of Rising Robocall Threat Driven by AI, Foreign Scammers

Officials highlight enforcement efforts at Senate oversight hearing.

Apr 15·1 min read·168 words

SpaceX Dominates the Space Economy, But Might That Change?

Panelists at Broadband Breakfast Live Online explore the competitive dynamics reshaping the space economy

Apr 15·1 min read·170 words

States Working on Finalizing BEAD Contracts, Beginning NEPA Reviews

Most states now have approval to sign grant agreements with ISPs under the program.

Apr 15·1 min read·152 words

Mission Telecom Launches New 5G Connectivity Solution

The nonprofit carrier launched a low-cost mobile hotspot capable of supporting up to 50 devices.

Apr 15·1 min read·138 words

FCC Announces First Conditional Approvals After 'Router Ban' Rollout

The Defense Department concluded several foreign made routers posed no risk to national security.

Apr 15·1 min read·167 words

Trusty Speaks on U.S. Wireless and Spectrum Policy at Industry Forum

In New Orleans, the FCC commissioner outlined efforts to expand broadband access and cut regulatory burdens.

Apr 15·1 min read·143 words

New Mexico To Close Digital Divide With $382 Million From BEAD

The state broadband office hopes to use BEAD non-deployment dollars to expand infrastructure, 5G, and workforce programs.

Apr 15·1 min read·197 words

Silicon Valley Progressive Democrat Calls for ‘New Social Contract’ for AI

Does not support moratorium on data center construction proposed by fellow progressives Bernie Sanders and AOC.

Apr 15·1 min read·150 words

Data Center Boom Meets Resistance in Maine: Lawmakers Pass a Yearlong Freeze

Anti-data center bills have been introduced in at least a dozen states.

Apr 15·2 min read·243 words

Bipartisan Bill Targets China’s Access to U.S. Semiconductor Technology

MATCH Act aims to tighten export controls amid AI and national security concerns.

Apr 15·1 min read·148 words

FCC's Carr Looking at Undisclosed Conflicts by Broadcasters, a Review That Could Snare Jimmy Kimmel

The Center for American Rights filed an FCC complaint against Kimmel for failing to disclose a $23,000 payment to Democrat Adam Schiff’s campaign a year before Schiff appeared on Jimmy Kimmel Live!

Apr 15·1 min read·47 words

Funding Nearly Secured for 2.7 GHz Studies, NTIA Says

The agency is looking to open federal spectrum to commercial mobile use.

Apr 14·1 min read·188 words

NTIA Holds Panel Showcasing Benefits of Fixed Wireless

At NTIA forum, panelists say fixed wireless is cheaper and faster to install, reducing opportunity costs for underserved areas.

Apr 14·1 min read·180 words

FTC Moves to Crack Down on Hidden, Unfair Rental Fees and Perhaps Bulk Billing

FCC Chairman Brendan Carr last year said a Biden-era ban on bulk billing would have sent internet bills soaring for renters.

Apr 14·1 min read·168 words

Alabama Governor Signs Measure Freezing Power Rates

Critics say the measure was weakened from its original intent, limiting oversight.

Apr 14·1 min read·154 words

BEAD Program Drives $100M+ Broadband Expansion in Spokane County

Four providers to deploy mix of fiber, wireless and satellite service.

Apr 14·1 min read·134 words

Humanoid Robots Show Off Their Language and Boxing Skills in Hong Kong

The exhibition highlighted diverse robotic capabilities from talking to humans to performing backflips.

Apr 14·1 min read·183 words

Virginia Enacts Law to Streamline Wireless Infrastructure Upgrades

Measure limits local denials, aims to expand wireless coverage for state services.

Apr 14·1 min read·148 words

States are Struggling to Meet Their Clean Energy Goals. Data Centers are to Blame

States across the country are struggling to meet their clean energy goals due to the increase in demand.

Apr 14·1 min read·155 words

Senate Commerce Advances Bills Targeting Satellite Security

Measures include cybersecurity guidelines for commercial satellites and restrictions on foreign operators.

Apr 14·1 min read·139 words

Amazon Set to Acquire Globalstar in $10.8 Billion Deal

The deal accelerates Amazon's direct-to-device ambitions as it challenges Starlink's dominance.

Apr 14·1 min read·127 words

NCTA: Growing Memory Chip Shortage Threatens Digital Infrastructure

Routers, laptops, and MRI scanners face tightened supply chains

Apr 14·1 min read·157 words

Judge Won’t Pause Suit Over Trump’s $2.75B Digital Equity Act Cuts

National Digital Inclusion Alliance failed to show overlap with separate case, D.C. Circuit orders

Apr 14·1 min read·184 words

Renee Gregory: A Study That Defies Physics Should Not Define National Security Policy

NextNav defends its proposed GPS backup system against security industry interference claims, calling the underlying study deeply flawed

Apr 14·1 min read·31 words

Indy Racing Legend Roger Penske Backs FCC's Carr on Keeping Sports on Free TV

Carr is concerned about the migration of NFL games to streaming platforms, hurting local TV stations that need sports income to fund news. "I could not agree more," Penske said in a letter to Carr

Apr 14·1 min read·49 words

Opposition Toward OpenAI Brings Two Violent Attacks on CEO’s Home

Two incidents in four days at Sam Altman’s San Francisco residence highlight AI backlash.

Apr 14·2 min read·247 words

Congress Divided Over Renewal of U.S. Surveillance Program as Deadline Nears

Lawmakers clash over proposals to renew a controversial U.S. surveillance authority expiring April 20. 

Apr 13·1 min read·165 words

Senate Commerce Targets Satellite Security in Next Executive Session

Satellite security and proposed social media warnings headline Commerce committee markup.

Apr 13·1 min read·126 words

Robert Corn-Revere: Fact Checking Without Facts

FCC Chairman Brendan Carr's threats to revoke broadcast licenses over 'fake news' distort the public interest standard, the author writes

Apr 13·1 min read·26 words

FCC Picks ioXt Alliance to Head Cyber Trust Mark Program

The previous selection, UL Solutions, withdrew after FCC Chairman Brendan Carr probed its connections to China.

Apr 13·1 min read·178 words

House Bill to Offset Data Centers' Impact on Energy Costs Introduced

Lawmakers say utilities are increasingly passing infrastructure costs to households.

Apr 13·1 min read·135 words

FCC Eyes Stronger Rules to Combat Robocalls

Proposal could expand verification requirements for telecom providers.

Apr 13·1 min read·137 words

AT&T, Verizon Insist to Supreme Court FCC Fine Orders are Binding

The companies want a $100 million refund ‘at the very least.’ Oral arguments are scheduled for April 21.

Apr 13·1 min read·182 words

Die-Hard Eagles Fan in Indiana Created ‘Optimization Algorithm’ to Slash His Annual NFL Streaming Bill by 60%

HUDDLEMAXX relies on ‘strategic trial stacking’ to time free trials and promotional windows to help NFL fans cut their streaming bills

Apr 13·1 min read·38 words

NASA Already Has Next Artemis Flight in Its Sights

In 2027, Artemis III’s yet-to-be -named crew will practice docking their Orion capsule with a lunar lander in orbit around Earth. NASA plans on an astronaut moon landing in 2028.

Apr 12·1 min read·187 words

Hyperscale Data Centers to Reach 67% of Global Capacity by 2031

Cloud giants rapidly expanding infrastructure as AI demand accelerates.

Apr 12·1 min read·149 words

New Mexico Funds Wi-Fi for Historical Sites

A step in the state’s plan to improve access in every community.

Apr 11·1 min read·120 words

Nebraska Broadband Director Patrick Haggerty to Depart May 1

DOT Director Vicki Kramer will take over the role on an interim basis.

Apr 10·1 min read·141 words

Sangamon County, Illinois, Approves $500M Data Center After Heated Debate

Critics warn the project could strain local resources while offering limited long-term benefits

Apr 10·1 min read·152 words

Gen Z Sentiment Toward AI Declines, Gallup Finds

Report shows falling excitement, rising anxiety and skepticism about long-term impacts.

Apr 10·1 min read·140 words

Ex-FCC Chief Ajit Pai: Wireless Competition Is Driving Prices Down

Ajit Pai, now CEO of CTIA, says spectrum policy and private investment are lowering costs and boosting performance.

Apr 10·1 min read·172 words

First Data Center Project Enters Federal 'FAST' Permitting Program

Designation responds to federal push to streamline approvals for AI infrastructure amid rising demand.

Apr 10·1 min read·159 words

Georgia AG Chris Carr Ready to Shoot at Drones to Stop Prison Cellphone Smuggling

Prison contraband crackdown effort expands beyond jamming as drones draw scrutiny.

Apr 10·2 min read·208 words

Anchorage Blocks New Data Centers in ‘Residential Zones’

The ordinance adopts a new land use policy and environmental disclosure requirements for data centers.

Apr 10·1 min read·154 words

West Virginia Law Sets 50-Gigawatt Energy Expansion Goal

Critics warn the energy law favors fossil fuels and could raise utility bills. 

Apr 10·1 min read·163 words

Dean Bubley: The Danger of High-Power CBRS Proposals

A new study warns that proposed higher-power rules could undermine its thriving shared-use ecosystem to benefit a few large carriers.

Apr 10·1 min read·28 words

Texas Camps Sue to Block State Fiber Internet Mandate

The state imposed the requirement after Camp Mystic flood citing failures in emergency communications.

Apr 10·1 min read·146 words

Backlash Over $6B Data Center Flips Festus City Council

Officials who supported the 360-acre data center were ousted in the election.

Apr 10·1 min read·144 words

Georgia AG Chris Carr Ready to Shoot Down Drones to Stop Cell Phone Drops in State Prisons

'Those drones let inmates commit crimes behind bars. But Washington won’t let us shoot them down. We’re not waiting on bureaucrats anymore," says Carr, a Republican running for Governor

Apr 10·1 min read·46 words

Artemis II Astronauts Describe Their Lunar Voyage as Surreal and Profound Ahead of Return

The Artemis II astronauts are tidying up their lunar cruiser for Friday's 'fireball' return to Earth. They're also reflecting on their historic journey around the moon,

Apr 10·2 min read·232 words

Michael O'Rielly: Paramount Deal Doesn’t Trigger Foreign Ownership Concerns

Paramount's foreign-backed bid for Warner Bros./Discovery poses little FCC concern since all overseas investors are passive with no content control, the author writes.

Apr 10·1 min read·32 words

OpenVault: Fiber Use Increasingly Outpaces Cable, Gap Continues to Widen

Fiber upstream use tops 100 GB for the first time, crossing a major broadband threshold.

Apr 9·1 min read·152 words

USDA Requests $230 Million for Rural Broadband and Telehealth, a Decline Over Previous Budgets

The agriculture department proposed canceling $40 million in unused ReConnect funds in 2027 budget.

Apr 9·1 min read·175 words

Senate Panel to Conduct FTC Oversight Hearing Next Week

Senate Commerce Committee Chairman Ted Cruz, R-Texas, wants to review post-Biden FTC.

Apr 9·1 min read·161 words

Amazon Leo to Launch ‘Mid-2026,’ CEO Says

The nascent Starlink competitor has fallen behind schedule on its satellite launches.

Apr 9·1 min read·150 words

FCC to Vote on Broad Testing Lab Ban at April Open Meeting

The rule would prevent companies from using product testing labs in countries without a mutual recognition agreement or similar trade agreement with the U.S.

Apr 9·1 min read·168 words

Ookla: U.S. Digital Divide Narrows in 43 States

Aggressive broadband expansion in late 2025 extended fiber access to 60 percent of U.S. homes.

Apr 9·1 min read·143 words

Prepaid MVNO Reveals Starlink Bundle Prices

US Mobile’s CEO first announced the plans Wednesday on Reddit.

Apr 9·1 min read·162 words

California Hearings on Charter-Cox Deal Approaching

Evidentiary hearings are set for April 20-24 on the $34.5 billion deal.

Apr 9·1 min read·177 words

States Ramp Up Restrictions on Sale of Sensitive Consumer Data

Maryland’s law banning the sale of sensitive data signals a shift toward stricter state privacy regulation.

Apr 9·1 min read·183 words

Bill Maguire: The FCC Secures a (Bipartisan!) Win for Rural Broadband

The FCC's unanimous pole attachment ruling is a promising sign of bipartisan pragmatism in broadband policy, the author writes.

Apr 9·1 min read·30 words

FCC Opens Inquiry Into Communications Marketplace

Biennial report will assess marketplace competition, identifying barriers and regulatory needs.

Apr 9·1 min read·150 words

Anthropic Launches Project Glasswing to Defend Against AI Cyberthreats

Anthropic’s new powerful AI model Claude Mythos will be given to 12 companies to identify cybersecurity gaps.

Apr 9·1 min read·167 words

Carr Planning to Allow Starlink to Increase Power Levels, Yielding Much Faster Download Speeds

'By discarding last century’s satellite regulations, we could see billions of dollars in benefits for the [U.S] economy and broadband speeds many times faster than what is available today.' Carr says

Apr 9·1 min read·45 words

Appeals Court Rebuffs Anthropic in Latest Round of AI Battle with Trump Administration

The ruling followed another judge’s order that forced President Donald Trump’s administration to remove a label tainting the company as a national security risk.

Apr 9·2 min read·208 words

Pole Attachment Disputes Over Costs, Timelines and Safety at Broadband Breakfast Event

Industry officials clashed over pole replacement costs, make-ready timelines, and federal regulatory authority.

Apr 8·1 min read·169 words

FCC Launches E-Rate Fraud Crackdown

The FCC is leveraging new authority to fast-track the removal of bad actors from all universal service programs.

Apr 8·1 min read·191 words

Supreme Court Ruling Strengthens Legal Shield for AI, Internet Providers, Legal Expert Says

Decision reinforces protections for dual-use technologies, with implications for generative AI systems.

Apr 8·1 min read·147 words

Wisconsin Town Votes to Restrict Tax Incentives for OpenAI Data Center

The referendum reflects growing local backlash to large-scale AI infrastructure projects.

Apr 8·1 min read·161 words

FCC to Vote on Relaxing LEO Satellite Power Limits

SpaceX has asked for the change, which incumbent geostationary operators oppose.

Apr 8·1 min read·161 words

BEAD Data Creates Opportunities for Non-Awardees

Experts say providers can use competitor data to guide expansion.

Apr 8·1 min read·147 words

FCC Expands National Security Role, Tightens Limits on Foreign Tech

Agency officials signal broader push into supply chain security and review of emerging technologies.

Apr 8·1 min read·160 words

Prepaid Carrier Planning to Bundle Plans with Starlink Home Broadband

US Mobile CEO Ahmed Khattak said Starlink Mobile would be included ‘eventually.’

Apr 8·1 min read·162 words

Nuclear Regulatory Commission Overhauls Licensing Framework

In its first rule update since 1989, the NRC hopes to fast track next-gen nuclear energy deployment.

Apr 8·1 min read·175 words

Expert Says Millions of Areas Remain Unserved In Spite of BEAD and Other Programs

Increased competition in already-served markets could leave rural communities behind.

Apr 8·2 min read·215 words

Missouri Lawmakers Fear AI BIll Could Jeopardize Non-Deployment Funds: Report

States with ‘onerous’ AI laws are set to be ineligible for the funding – $900 million in Missouri’s case.

Apr 8·1 min read·194 words

Gigapower, South Carolina City Resolve FCC Pole Dispute

Settlement avoids potential federal ruling on broadband deployment barriers.

Apr 8·1 min read·151 words

Lenoir City Public Utility Makes Speedy Progress On Tennessee Fiber Build

Lenoir City's public utility is building out a fiber network offering gigabit speeds at far lower prices than incumbent monopolies across Knox and Loudon counties.

Apr 8·1 min read·174 words

Mint Mobile Targets 'Big Cable' in Rollout of 5G Home Internet/Mobile Bundle for $45 a Month

Owned by T-Mobile, Mint requires an upfront payment of $450 to cover the first year of service, plus taxes and fees.

Apr 8·1 min read·37 words

Defense Department Urges FCC to Oppose DJI Petition Over Security Risks

Pentagon says foreign-made drones pose ‘unacceptable’ national security risks.

Apr 7·1 min read·173 words

NTIA Launches Portal to Speed Spectrum Coordination for Space Launches

The new system replaces a manual, email-based process, aiming to speed approvals and improve transparency, NTIA said.

Apr 7·1 min read·152 words

Aiden Buzzetti: The FCC Should Make Sure EchoStar Creditors Are Paid Back Billions Owed

EchoStar is trying to cash out on spectrum sales while stiffing the companies that built its network.

Apr 7·1 min read·31 words

$28.5 Million Massachusetts Initiative To Bring 27,000 Laptops, Tablets to Residents

Devices will be available at public centers or offered through free lending programs for rural and underserved communities.

Apr 7·1 min read·169 words

Political Battle Over Data Centers Turns Violent in Indianapolis

About thirteen shots were fired at Indiana councilman’s home after he voted in support of a data center rezoning measure

Apr 7·1 min read·161 words

Tower Company SBA Mulling Sale: Report

It’s the third largest public tower company in the U.S.

Apr 7·1 min read·155 words

Majority of Vendors Face Disruption Under FCC’s Foreign-Made Router Ban

New rules force companies to shift production or halt new device sales in the U.S. market.

Apr 7·1 min read·150 words

The Case for Open Access Hyperscale Data Center Networks

The infrastructure powering hyperscale data centers risks bypassing the very communities that host it.

Apr 7·1 min read·162 words

T-Mobile’s Mint Launches New Bundles Targeting Cable

AT&T did the same last week.

Apr 7·1 min read·138 words

New York Surpasses 2025 Energy Storage Target

The state has reached nearly 2 gigawatts of storage capacity.

Apr 7·1 min read·139 words

Blue Origin Submits Satellite Application for Space-Based Data Centers

The application comes after Amazon criticized a similar proposal by SpaceX.

Apr 7·1 min read·174 words

T-Mobile Eyes Uniti Fiber Assets as Expansion Strategy Continues

Potential deal would expand carrier’s fiber footprint in rural markets.

Apr 7·1 min read·142 words

Supreme Court Vacates Copyright Decision Against Astound Subsidiary

The Fifth Circuit had affirmed a $46 million penalty against Grande Communications.

Apr 7·1 min read·194 words

How Direct Communications Launched Mobile with gaiia

Direct Communications’ mobile launch shows how modern OSS/BSS architecture can unlock new service categories without slowing down the business.

Apr 7·1 min read·26 words

Will the Real Rep. Doris Matsui, California Democrat, Please Stand Up?

The Golden State lawmaker took positions in a March 27, 2026 letter to NTIA Administrator Arielle Roth that contradicted her positions in a Nov. 25, 2025 letter to Roth on BEAD program implementation

Apr 7·1 min read·44 words

Morrisey Signs ‘Crypto ATM’ Regulation into Law

The law sets guardrails for crypto currency kiosks across the state of West Virginia

Apr 6·1 min read·161 words

ULA Launches 29 More Amazon Leo Satellites

Fifth mission advances constellation as deployment timeline looms.

Apr 6·1 min read·124 words

USF Challengers to Judges: FCC Not Limited by Telecom Act

Lawmakers are working to update the fund’s contribution base.

Apr 6·1 min read·173 words

NextNav Says FCC Should Ignore Opposition, Move Ahead on Rulemaking

Several industry groups have cited harmful interference risks and public safety concerns.

Apr 6·1 min read·135 words

Broadband from the Moon: How Artemis II Pushes NASA Beyond Apollo’s Radio Frequencies

NASA and other international space agencies have deployed technologies that, in the future, are expected to eliminate communication blackouts.

Apr 6·1 min read·181 words

Democrats See Georgia's Failure to Curb Data Centers as an Electoral Gift

Efforts to pass stricter regulations or limit tax breaks stalled before lawmakers ended their annual session Thursday.

Apr 6·1 min read·153 words

Lawmakers Reject Palantir Donations, Citing Surveillance

Some Democrats return or redirect contributions over the data analytics firm’s immigration surveillance work.

Apr 6·1 min read·136 words

Calls Grow to Eliminate USDA Broadband Program, Watchdog Group Says

Citizens Against Government Waste targets Rural Utilities Service as duplicative.

Apr 6·1 min read·161 words

UP Fiber Completes Acquisition of AT&T Wireline Assets in Michigan

Deal includes thousands of miles of copper and fiber infrastructure.

Apr 6·1 min read·157 words

FCC Rejects Rip-And-Replace Extension Requests

The agency signaled a stricter enforcement stance in March, including tougher penalties for non-compliance.

Apr 6·1 min read·136 words

House Dems: States May Need to ‘Reconsider’ SpaceX BEAD Awards

They had concerns about the company’s proposed contract rider, which was rejected by NTIA.

Apr 6·2 min read·222 words

FCC’s $398 Million Budget Request May Cut 110 Jobs

Despite a budget decrease in FY 2027, the agency is focused on AI and spectrum auctions as priorities

Apr 6·1 min read·146 words

AT&T Believes ‘Organized Crime’ is Behind Copper Theft

Copper theft cost AT&T $82 million in 2025

Apr 6·1 min read·133 words

FCC Grants Securus Temporary Waiver on Prison Video Pricing Rules

Critics say waiver gives Securus an unfair edge as other providers face compliance deadline of Monday, April 6.

Apr 6·1 min read·168 words

Cable One or Team Turmoil? Highly Regarded Ken Johnson Steps Down as Chief Operating Officer

New CEO Jim Holanda, who just took over in February, did not announce a Johnson successor, perhaps a sign he's still searching or might be taking on the COO role himself, trimming C-suite overhead

Apr 6·1 min read·49 words

Consultants Urge BEAD ‘Rainy Day’ Fund To Cover Gaps

Infrastructure specialists urge administrators to reserve $7.6 billion from BEAD for unexpected shortfalls.

Apr 6·1 min read·137 words

Bundling Emerges as Key Advantage in Rural Broadband Market

As ‘app fatigue’ grows, rural broadband customers are turning to bundled services, raising the stakes for rural providers.

Apr 5·1 min read·190 words

Deadline Set for Comments on FCC’s Lifeline Reform

Stakeholders have until May 4 to weigh in on proposed anti-fraud and eligibility rules.

Apr 4·1 min read·145 words

Optimum Connects 3,000 Locations in Louisiana's Sabine Parish

Officials say the effort targets long underserved areas across the rural parish.

Apr 4·1 min read·125 words

Maine Set to Become First State to Halt New AI Data Centers

Lawmakers cited rising electricity demand and environmental impacts as AI infrastructure expands.

Apr 4·1 min read·170 words

California Activates Nation’s Largest Middle-Mile Network, Connecting Tribal, Rural Areas

The Bishop Paiute Tribe is the first to access the state’s $3.2 billion broadband effort spanning 8,000 miles of fiber.

Apr 4·1 min read·192 words

Chamber of Commerce Backs FCC Permitting Reforms to Speed Broadband Deployment

The group argued regulatory clarity and consistency are needed to boost investment.

Apr 3·1 min read·142 words

SpaceX, Amazon Clash on Satellite Collision Risks

Altering target altitudes would delay already behind-schedule deployments, Amazon said.

Apr 3·3 min read·427 words

Panelists Share the Innovations That Have Helped Reduce Telecom and Texting Scams

Experts highlighted new policy and technological innovations to combat scams.

Apr 3·4 min read·654 words

Researcher: About 12.7 Million Seniors Lack Broadband Subscription, 7.2 Million Lack Computer or Tablet

The White House is proposing Congress claw back canceled digital equity funding.

Apr 3·3 min read·596 words

6G Could Introduce New Cybersecurity Vulnerabilities, Report Finds

The advisory group pointed to AI, supply chain, and network complexity risks.

Apr 3·2 min read·368 words

New Photos of Earth from Artemis II Astronauts

The Artemis II astronauts have captured Earth's brilliant blue beauty as they zoom ever closer to the moon.

Apr 3·1 min read·187 words

FAA Proposes $70K Fine Against Verizon Over Battery Shipments

The aviation regulator claims Verizon failed to disclose shipment of hazardous materials.

Apr 3·1 min read·140 words

Circle City's McCoy Requests Gomez Meeting to Discuss WRTV's Growth Plan

McCoy, president and CEO of Circle City Broadcasting, initiated a round of layoffs after paying $83 million to acquire ABC affiliate WRTV in Indianapolis with an FCC waiver

Apr 3·1 min read·39 words

Trump Administration Appeals Ruling That Blocked Pentagon Action Against Anthropic

Donald Trump’s social media directive ordering all federal agencies to stop using Anthropic and its chatbot Claude was also blocked.

Apr 3·1 min read·189 words

FCC Should be Slow to Block U.S. Market Access, Satellite Companies Say

The agency sought comment on the issue as the E.U. is considering new satellite legislation the U.S. opposes

Apr 2·2 min read·205 words

T-Mobile Cuts IT Roles Amid Shift Toward Automation and Digital Services

The layoffs are the latest in a series of cuts as the company restructures its technology operations and continues hiring in new areas.

Apr 2·3 min read·409 words

Lack of Data Makes Evaluating NY Affordability Law Difficult: Benton

The act went into effect a year ago, but participation rates are unclear.

Apr 2·3 min read·515 words

There’s an Opportunity to Connect America's 44 Million Apartment Residents

Experts at Broadband Breakfast spotlight managed Wi-Fi, legacy building solutions and bulk Internet as keys.

Apr 2·2 min read·202 words

Brightspeed Brings Fiber to Six Virginia Communities

Supported by public funding, the network will reach more than 200,000 Virginia homes and businesses once complete.

Apr 2·2 min read·341 words

U.S. Official to Europe: Align With U.S. on AI or Fall Behind

European Union's participation in a State Department effort to secure global AI supply chains remains uncertain.

Apr 2·1 min read·175 words

Amazon Leo Lands Delta Deal as Satellite Rollout Lags Behind Starlink

Airline partnership signals confidence, even as Amazon’s satellite network faces delays and scale challenges.

Apr 2·2 min read·368 words

IQ Fiber Invests $150 Million for Delaware Fiber Internet Buildout

Under the state’s Permitting Accelerator, the plan will be streamlined under a priority broadband designation.

Apr 2·1 min read·200 words

AT&T Launches Bundled Internet and Wireless Plan, Intensifying Competition

The new offering targets Comcast and Charter, while pressuring rivals Verizon and T-Mobile.

Apr 2·1 min read·170 words

ATA, Johns Hopkins Launch Three-Year Push for Interstate Telehealth Reform

New initiative to help patients access out-of-state care after pandemic-era telehealth flexibilities expired.

Apr 2·1 min read·156 words

Amazon in Talks to Acquire Globalstar: FT

Amazon is trying to compete with SpaceX’s LEO system.

Apr 2·3 min read·430 words

States Race to Win the Tech Economy in 2026 State of the State Addresses

Here’s what 30 governors said about broadband expansion, AI growth, and online child safety.

Apr 2·1 min read·28 words

Benton Researcher Says ‘No Meaningful Opportunity’ to Know if N.Y.’s Affordable Broadband Law Is Working

Benton's Caroline Stratton found 1,253 New York households enrolled in ABA plans in 2025 based on a partial data set. About 1.2 million N.Y. households were eligible under the law

Apr 2·1 min read·45 words

Artemis II Astronauts Bound for Moon on NASA's First Lunar Voyage in Decades

4 astronauts have embarked on a high-stakes flight around the moon, a leadoff to NASA’s push toward a lunar landing in two years.

Apr 2·2 min read·218 words

Louisiana AI Bills Halted After Trump White House Threatens BEAD Funding

The administration’s actions have now halted regulation in at least two states.

Apr 1·1 min read·154 words

Grain Looking to Market 800 MHz for Direct-to-Cell

The investment firm is buying the spectrum from T-Mobile.

Apr 1·3 min read·550 words

Broadband Expansion Alone Won’t Close the Digital Divide, Panelists Warn

Panelists cite skills gaps, security threats, and the need for more modern infrastructure.

Apr 1·3 min read·537 words

Broadband Breakfast on April 15, 2026 – The Space Economy

How will satellite operators compete in the future?

Apr 1·1 min read·18 words

SpaceX Files Initial Paperwork to Sell Shares to the Public

The offering could value the company as high as $1.5 trillion.

Apr 1·3 min read·461 words

Ligado Case Uncertain, but Might Not Upend Spectrum Auctions: Former NTIA Administrator

The ruling will be ‘very fact-dependent,’ former NTIA Administrator John Kneuer said.

Apr 1·2 min read·203 words

FCC Releases 'Drone Dominance' Public Notice

The FCC is looking for input on a variety of regulatory changes to support domestic drone production and usage.

Apr 1·3 min read·418 words

April 9, 2026: Bridging the Digital Divide

A partnership between a city and a school district to Bridge the Digital Divide

Apr 1·1 min read·21 words

North Carolina Directs $26M to Connect Rural Homes by 2026

State targeted hard-to-reach areas left out of larger broadband projects.

Apr 1·1 min read·144 words

Lafayette’s LFT Fiber Steadily Expands, Offers Even Faster Speeds

Louisiana's LFT Fiber is expanding its community-owned fiber network into underserved areas.

Apr 1·3 min read·564 words

Avi Rosenthal: A Risky Tradeoff in the Race for GPS Backup

Reallocating the Lower 900 MHz band could undermine billions of devices already supporting safety and critical infrastructure.

Apr 1·1 min read·28 words

Carr's FCC Expected to Release Public Notice on Achieving U.S. Drone Dominance

“President Trump has been clear that the Administration will act to secure our airspace and unleash American drone dominance,” FCC Chairman Brendan Carr said.

Apr 1·1 min read·36 words

AT&T to Provide Extra $2 billion for FirstNet

The House Commerce Committee cleared FirstNet reauthorization legislation last week.

Mar 31·1 min read·159 words

Judge Grants Verizon Request to Block T-Mobile Ads Targeting Switchers

AT&T and T-Mobile are engaged in a separate lawsuit over the issue.

Mar 31·4 min read·611 words

Analysts Warn Starlink Could Disrupt Broadband Market

Satellite provider’s growth, pricing, and capacity raise competition concerns.

Mar 31·1 min read·148 words

Analyst Predicts Q1 Broadband Losses at Charter

Hodulik noted the projected losses aligned with industry trends

Mar 31·2 min read·271 words

Fiber Providers Can Win on Trust, Experts Find

With increased competition in the fiber market, experts examined how local and regional providers can maintain an edge.

Mar 31·2 min read·309 words

Newsom Signs Executive Order to Strengthen AI Safeguards, Clashing with Federal Policy

Order aims to curb bias, rights violations, and misuse in state AI contracts.

Mar 31·3 min read·542 words

Ligado Can Pause $100 Million Payment to Inmarsat, Judge Rules

A bankruptcy judge said there was a ‘colorable argument’ Inmarsat breached its contract by asking the FCC to deny a Ligado spectrum deal.

Mar 31·3 min read·595 words

NASA Begins the Countdown for Humanity's First Launch to the Moon in 53 Years

The last time NASA sent astronauts to the moon was during Apollo 17 in 1972.

Mar 31·6 min read·1167 words

Microsoft Takes Over a Texas AI Data Center Expansion After OpenAI Backs Away

Microsoft is taking over a data center construction project in Texas after OpenAI declined to pursue it.

Mar 31·3 min read·579 words

Meet the FCC’s New Chief Information Officer

Farhan Khan previously led a $200 million digital transformation at the Food and Drug Administration.

Mar 30·2 min read·261 words

Morrissey Announces Massive Google Data Center Project in West Virginia

Communities have raised concerns over data center construction projects across the state

Mar 30·3 min read·553 words

GFiber Drops ‘Google’ from Name as Astound Merger Nears

The rebrand comes as the company prepares for a major ownership change.

Mar 30·2 min read·274 words

Maryland City Pushes Back on Amazon’s Transatlantic Ireland Cable Station Proposal Amid Data Center Fears

Maryland residents warn the 24,000-square-foot facility could strain energy use and the environment.

Mar 30·3 min read·548 words

USF Spent $8.4 billion in 2025

A new report detailed how federal subsidies were spent as reforms and scrutiny grew.

Mar 30·3 min read·555 words

INCOMPAS Backing Maryland ISP’s Preemption Bid

FCC preemption extends to networks providing both broadband and telecom services, the trade group argued.

Mar 30·3 min read·474 words

Amazon Leo Launch Delayed Again as FCC Deployment Deadline Looms

FCC chairman advises the company to address the more than 1,000 satellite shortfall amid launch setbacks.

Mar 30·3 min read·434 words

White House Launches App to Keep Public Informed on Trump Administration

Privacy advocates question scope of data the app requests for use.

Mar 30·2 min read·370 words

Two Former FCC Chairs Defend Agency’s Fine Powers

The Supreme Court will hear arguments on the issue on April 21.

Mar 30·4 min read·677 words

New Bipartisan House Bills Take Aim at Strengthening Rural Broadband Access

The four introduced bills look to expand broadband access, modernize utilities, and improve USDA programs.

Mar 30·3 min read·523 words

Broadband Breakfast on April 22, 2026 – Public Safety and Mission-Critical Broadband

This panel will examine how policymakers, network operators, and public safety officials are navigating the evolving role of broadband in emergency response. 

Mar 30·1 min read·34 words

FCC Chairman Brendan Carr Warns NFL Streaming Deals Undercut Basis for League's Antitrust Exemption

FCC Chairman says, 'You effectively have to have a computer science degree ... ' to keep track of the migration of marquee sports to streaming platforms

Mar 30·1 min read·40 words

AI's Arrival Complicates Big Tech Climate Goals, and Some Worry it's Locking in More Fossil Fuels

A backlog of projects waiting to connect to power grids, plus the Trump administration's war on renewable energy also are complicating efforts.

Mar 29·7 min read·1317 words

Aviation Industry Speeds Up Estimated Gear Replacement Timeline

Airplane components will need to be replaced to accommodate mobile carriers in the upper C-band.

Mar 27·3 min read·567 words

Sanders, AOC Introduce Bill to Pause Data Center Growth

The bill represents hesitation and concern for data centers among some lawmakers and communities.

Mar 27·3 min read·421 words

Court Asked to Pause DEA-Related Lawsuit Against Trump, Pending Key Court Decision

The National Digital Inclusion Alliance has been fighting to restore a $2.75 billion digital equity program.

Mar 27·3 min read·471 words

Panel Warns Black and Latino Communities Risk Falling Behind in AI Era

Speakers said broadband access and digital literacy remain major barriers to benefiting from emerging technologies.

Mar 27·3 min read·411 words

SpaceX Looking to Participate in AWS-3 Auction

The satellite company is already buying unpaired AWS-3 licenses from EchoStar, which it plans to use for its direct-to-cell mobile service.

Mar 27·3 min read·503 words

Melania Trump Shares the Spotlight with a Robot at an Education and Technology Event

The humanoid robot Figure 03 accompanied the first lady on Wednesday as she arrived at the White House East Room.

Mar 27·3 min read·410 words

NTIA Planning to Finish BEAD Approvals by May

New notices of funding for the agency’s Tribal programs would come in late spring or early summer, a spokesperson said.

Mar 27·4 min read·676 words

Lawmakers Weigh Updates to 1996 Telecom Act at House Hearing

Witnesses and lawmakers debated competition, broadband policy, and regulation as Congress revisits the 30-year-old law.

Mar 27·3 min read·461 words

Federal Judge Temporarily Blocks the Pentagon From Branding AI Firm Anthropic a Supply Chain Risk

U.S. District Judge Rita Lin on Thursday said she was also blocking enforcement of a President Donald Trump’s social media directive on Anthropic.

Mar 27·3 min read·529 words

FCC Defends Nexstar-TEGNA Merger Approval in D.C. Circuit, Says Stay Would 'Needlessly Delay' Deal Benefits

FCC Chairman Brendan Carr tells reporters in Washington, D.C., Thursday that he and his two colleagues still might vote on the Media Bureau's March 19 decision approving the $6.2 billion transaction

Mar 27·1 min read·46 words

Quantum Computing Poses Urgent Cybersecurity Threats–And Opportunities

Broadband Breakfast panel says migration to quantum-safe encryption must begin now, even as quantum advances offer energy savings, precision sensing and economic growth

Mar 27·5 min read·807 words

Domestic Manufacturing of Routers Unlikely in Near Term: Experts

Companies will need to pursue ‘conditional approval’ to circumvent an FCC ban on foreign-made Wi-Fi routers.

Mar 26·4 min read·608 words

FCC Adopts Copper Retirement, Call Center Onshoring Orders

Chairman Brendan Carr said there ‘may in fact be’ a full commission vote on the Nexstar-TEGNA merger.

Mar 26·6 min read·1025 words

World Cup 2026 to Test Mobile Networks Across North America

Connectivity will vary widely by country, carrier, and roaming agreements during the tournament.

Mar 26·2 min read·272 words

CBRS Proponent Studies: Changes to Shared Band Would be Disruptive

Two reports say increased power levels or relocating users would have negative consequences.

Mar 26·4 min read·649 words

EU, Japan, Australia Move From Voluntary Cyber Guidelines to Binding Law

Australia recorded a cybercrime report every six minutes, up from one every ten minutes two years ago.

Mar 26·4 min read·613 words

Law and Security Merge as Supply Chain Regulations Multiply: RSA Panelists

Contract renewal timelines at large companies can run three years, making last-minute compliance impractical.

Mar 26·5 min read·920 words

Cox Wins Supreme Court Copyright Fight over Sony in a Crushing 9-0 Wipeout for Famed Conservative Litigator Paul Clement

Clement has been hired by six cable broadband associations to fight the FCC's approval of the Nexstar-TEGNA merger

Mar 26·1 min read·37 words

Corning Exec Says AI, Broadband Driving Surge in Fiber Demand

Demand for high-capacity networks is accelerating as new technologies strain existing infrastructure.

Mar 26·2 min read·354 words

Relocation Costs an Important Part of Federal Spectrum Studies: NTIA Official

The agency has to identify 200 megahertz of government spectrum for auction by July 2027

Mar 25·4 min read·603 words

Federal Cyber Grants for States Are Authorized but Unfunded, Officials Say

New York became the first state to set prescriptive baseline cyber rules for water systems on March 11.

Mar 25·4 min read·738 words

House Commerce Committee Clears FirstNet Reauthorization Bill

Updated bill language would still increase NTIA oversight of FirstNet Authority.

Mar 25·4 min read·639 words

Broadband Breakfast on April 1, 2026 – MDUs and Broadband Access Challenges

This BroadbandLive session will unpack where deployment efforts are stalling inside apartment buildings and condos, and what it will take to unlock real competition and access.

Mar 25·1 min read·38 words

Supreme Court Sides 9-0 With Cox in Copyright Case

‘Mere knowledge that a service will be used to infringe is insufficient to establish the required intent to infringe,’ Justice Clarence Thomas wrote.

Mar 25·4 min read·737 words

Fiber Group Says Broadband Key to Closing Connectivity Gap on Tribal Lands

A new report says fiber networks can support economic growth, healthcare access, and long-term resilience in Tribal communities.

Mar 25·2 min read·242 words

Trump Administration to Pay French Company $1B to Walk Away from U.S. Wind Energy

The Trump administration has tried to halt offshore wind construction, but federal judges overturned those orders.

Mar 25·5 min read·826 words

Easy, Policyband — Trump and Newsmax Remain on Good Terms, Ruddy Says

'President has no problem with me or Newsmax, I was with him Saturday night,' Ruddy said in an email to Policyband. Yet, Trump blasted his friend's cable news network two days later anyway

Mar 25·1 min read·45 words

Four NSA Directors Address American Offensive Cyber Power

Not all chips pose equal national security risk, directors said. They also urged more precise export controls

Mar 25·6 min read·1037 words

Autonomous Cyberattacks Have Arrived, Defense Executives Say

Projected global defense spending of $6 trillion is fueling a private capital surge.

Mar 24·3 min read·582 words

Houses Passes Bill to Expand Broadband in Rural Appalachia

The act directs GAO to study satellite broadband use across 13 states.

Mar 24·2 min read·290 words

EU Cyber Resilience Will Reshape Global Product Security Standards

Subsea cables crossing into Europe now fall under same security rules as power grids, says European Commission's cybersecurity chief.

Mar 24·4 min read·767 words

New York Telecom Group Backs FCC Push to Retire Copper Networks

Industry groups say outdated infrastructure is costly, vulnerable, and slows broadband investment.

Mar 24·2 min read·320 words

New Mexico Jury Finds Meta Violated Child Consumer Protection, Imposes $375M Penalty

The jury announced its verdict Tuesday after nearly seven weeks of trial; prosecutors had accused Meta of placing profits over safety.

Mar 24·5 min read·836 words

Experts Call for Modernization, Rewrite of 1996 Telecom Act

Ahead of Thursday's hearing, witnesses point to opportunities to promote competition, broadband classification, and AI infrastructure.

Mar 24·3 min read·565 words

Joel Thayer and Matthew Wong: The FCC’s $40 Billion Question

A Citizens Broadband Radio Service auction could raise $45 billion for the U.S. Treasury

Mar 24·1 min read·24 words

NTIA Takes Input on New Innovation Fund Round

The agency will use its remaining $50 million to support AI integration in wireless networks.

Mar 24·3 min read·570 words

FCC Looks to Win ‘Space Race 2.0’ with Satellite Infrastructure Buildout

The FCC will open a proceeding to find spectrum for ‘Weird Space Stuff'

Mar 24·2 min read·346 words

Anthropic and Pentagon Head to Court as AI Firm Seeks End to 'Stigmatizing' Supply Chain Risk Label

Anthropic sued the Trump administration earlier this month.

Mar 24·2 min read·269 words

Alaska Broadband Office Approves $629 Million in BEAD Awards

The state released project-level funding details as it moves toward final federal approval.

Mar 24·2 min read·315 words

FCC Bans Import of New Foreign-Made Wi-Fi Routers

Similar to its ban on foreign drones, FCC says companies may apply for an exemption.

Mar 24·4 min read·647 words

Does Chris Ruddy Now Have a POTUS Problem?

President Trump tells Newsmax reporter Mike Carter, 'You’re not doing a good job, did you hear me?'

Mar 24·1 min read·25 words

Broadband Breakfast on August 19, 2026 – Earnings Reports

How did the broadband industry – wireless, fixed wireless and mobile – perform in Q2 2026?

Mar 24·1 min read·25 words

Broadband Breakfast on April 29, 2026 – Older Adults Connectivity

Older adults remain among the least likely to have home broadband access or the digital skills to fully benefit from it.

Mar 24·1 min read·31 words

Experts Say Data Centers Face Permitting, Economic, and Community Support Obstacles

As data centers continue construction, some are facing local government ordinances and other challenges.

Mar 24·4 min read·733 words

Iran Build a Vast Camera Network to Control Dissent. Israel Turned it Into a Targeting Tool

Israel’s use of Tehran street cameras to help kill Iran’s supreme leader shows how everyday surveillance can turn into a wartime weapon.

Mar 23·9 min read·1727 words

House Expected to Pass Satellite Broadband Study Bill Proposed for Appalachia

Lawmakers want the GAO to examine whether a regional commission can incorporate low-Earth orbit satellites into broadband efforts.

Mar 23·2 min read·331 words

Participants to Fifth Circuit: USF is Still Valid

The fund’s opponents are pursuing another lawsuit against the program.

Mar 23·4 min read·668 words

Massachusetts to Open Pole Attachment Rule Review, Streamlining Deployment

Utility pole attachment delays have been a key roadblock in broadband deployment.

Mar 23·2 min read·321 words

Without Fines, FCC Rules May Go 'Effectively Unenforced,’ Agency Says

Major wireless carriers are fighting the agency’s ability to issue fines in a legal battle before the Supreme Court.

Mar 23·4 min read·602 words

FCC National Security Council Marks First Year in Action

Officials pointed to new ownership rules, enforcement actions, and cybersecurity efforts.

Mar 23·2 min read·296 words

FCC Bars 7 Individuals After $14 Million E-Rate Fraud

Those convicted will be suspended from all universal service programs for the next three years.

Mar 23·2 min read·400 words

Can They Really Unscramble the Egg? Newsmax Locks Arms with Cable, DIRECTV in Challenging Closed Nexstar-TEGNA Merger

Newsmax CEO Chris Ruddy issues statement saying FCC approval was 'an affront to both legal process and the rule of law' while FCC Chairman Brendan Carr says the deal will strengthen local broadcasting…

Mar 23·1 min read·50 words

Energy Fallout From Iran War Signals a Global Wake-Up Call For Renewable Energy

More than 90% of new renewable power projects worldwide in 2024 were cheaper than fossil-fuel alternatives.

Mar 21·7 min read·1242 words

Trump Officials Announce 10-Gigawatt Data Center, Gas Plans for Former Ohio Uranium Site

The Department of Energy's public-private partnership with SoftBank and AEP Ohio will develop a massive AI data center.

Mar 21·4 min read·610 words

Photos from the BEAD Implementation Summit

Coming on Monday for Breakfast Club Members... Videos from the BEAD Implementation Summit!

Mar 21·1 min read·19 words

Charter Closing Appleton, Wis. Call Center in May

The company said any of the 313 employees without a new position would be eligible for severance packages.

Mar 20·2 min read·253 words

Congress to Revisit the Telecom Act of 1996 Next Week

Lawmakers and experts assert the law is outdated and unsustainable

Mar 20·3 min read·471 words

Trump Releases AI Regulation Framework to Congress

The three-page document provides rough guidance that outlines the Administration's priorities on AI regulation.

Mar 20·4 min read·725 words

SpaceX Still at Odds on Sharing Rules with SES, Viasat

Geostationary systems fear loosening rules on LEO providers would create interference.

Mar 20·3 min read·585 words

New York Approves Charter-Cox Deal

The cable companies are now waiting only on California’s review.

Mar 20·3 min read·434 words

Senate Lawmakers Appear Opposed to Full Section 230 Repeal

Witnesses and lawmakers supported a more targeted reform approach to online platform regulation.

Mar 20·3 min read·539 words

3 Men Charged with Conspiring to Smuggle U.S. AI to China

Authorities say the scheme became more brazen as time went on.

Mar 20·5 min read·819 words

Nexstar-TEGNA Deal Sails Through Carr’s FCC in a Speedy 121 Days; CEO Sook Makes a Few Minor Concessions But That’s It

Nexstar has two years to sell six TV stations but in the end, it might not have to if FCC local TV ownership rules happen to change during the interval

Mar 20·1 min read·51 words

Wireless, Aviation Industries Still Disagree on Some Proposed Upper C-band Rules

The mobile carriers said proposed FAA rules were too restrictive.

Mar 19·3 min read·573 words

Universal Service Fund Contribution Factor to Hit 37% in Q2

Lawmakers and experts say the USF funding mechanism is unsustainable and outdated.

Mar 19·2 min read·319 words

NTIA’s Arielle Roth Urges Early Push for U.S. Leadership in 6G

Roth said spectrum policy, international cooperation, and AI-driven networks will shape next-generation connectivity.

Mar 19·2 min read·362 words

U.S. Faces Pressure to Lead Global Telecom Rules Ahead of 2027 Spectrum Conference

Officials urged stronger coordination to counter China in global spectrum policy.

Mar 19·2 min read·282 words

Dish Continuing to Fight Tower Lawsuits

The company is looking to combine the seven federal cases it’s facing.

Mar 19·4 min read·746 words

Experts Say $21 Billion Remaining BEAD Funds at Risk of Going Unused

Industry leaders push for faster distribution to avoid defaults, delays, and efforts to close the digital divide

Mar 19·5 min read·834 words

Rep. Matsui Urges Stronger U.S. Coordination on 6G As Global Competition Grows

The California Democrat said the U.S. must align agencies and allies ahead of key global spectrum negotiations.

Mar 19·2 min read·371 words

Fiber Suppliers Say They Can Meet BEAD and AI Demand

Corning, Prysmian, and others said they made commitments to NTIA in February.

Mar 19·3 min read·514 words

Free State Foundation Head Supports Looking at BEAD Savings to Address Mobile Dead Zones

The proposal would direct up to $8 billion to expand rural 5G coverage.

Mar 19·2 min read·224 words

D.C. CTO Says NTIA Administrator Arielle Roth Left Out a Key Detail in Her WSJ Takedown

‘Here’s the twist: These locations were identified by the federal government, not the District of Columbia,” said D.C. Chief Technology Officer Stephen N. Miller. Roth: That's not the whole story.

Mar 19·1 min read·46 words

Daniel Suhr: Broadcast License Revocation Fact Check

Historical FCC precedent includes cases where station owners lost their broadcast licenses for deliberately skewing news coverage toward favored political candidates.

Mar 19·1 min read·28 words

Capital Discipline Will Separate Successful BEAD Buildouts From Defaults, Panelists Said

The median terrestrial broadband provider will charge $50 to $60 per month, while some satellite providers charge significantly more, panelist said

Mar 19·5 min read·810 words

BEAD Faces Supply Chain Spike and Near-Certain Defaults as Program Shifts to Construction, Panelists Said

Fiber captured 63 percent of planned locations nationally, with satellite taking 23 percent under revised program rules.

Mar 18·4 min read·619 words

Rise Broadband Rebrands as Rise Internet

The company announced additional changes to customer service and expanding networks to 3.2 million customers.

Mar 18·2 min read·226 words

States Push to Redirect BEAD Excess Funds Toward Public Safety Gaps

Panelists also discussed their largest broadband deployment obstacles.

Mar 18·4 min read·698 words

NTIA Chief Credited Program Overhaul for $21 Billion in BEAD Savings

Roth said greater provider participation and a technology-neutral approach drove the $21 billion in savings.

Mar 18·4 min read·678 words

NCTA CEO Has a Big Concern about WRC-27 in Shanghai — China Spying

Cable broadband leader wants WRC-27 delegates to have ‘reliable encrypted Wi-Fi connectivity’ and ‘appropriate privacy safeguards in meeting spaces and lodgings.’

Mar 18·1 min read·34 words

Telecom Act Aides Say Partisanship is Behind Lack of Universal Service, Broadband Access

Panelists also discuss the unsustainable funding of the USF and the making of Section 230.

Mar 17·4 min read·629 words

FCC’s Gomez Says 1996 Telecom Act was the Country’s Last Big Tech Law — and it’s Still Shaping the Internet Age

FCC Chairman Brendan Carr said the work the Telecom Act started is not yet done.

Mar 17·2 min read·335 words

U.S. Should Plan Early for WRC, Witnesses Say

The international spectrum management conference will focus on satellite issues.

Mar 17·4 min read·711 words

Suman Kanuganti: Why Telcos, Not Tech Giants, Will Power the AI Grid

Telcos may soon evolve from connectivity providers into the infrastructure layer for personalized, identity-bound AI memory.

Mar 17·1 min read·28 words

Ontario Won’t Reveal the Amount It Needs to Pay Starlink to Cancel Deal

Province says settlement with SpaceX is less than the $100 million contract

Mar 17·2 min read·278 words

WOW's Japanese Buyer Asks for Swift FCC Merger Review

Masayoshi Son's Softbank Corp. is paying $4 billion to acquire WOW! parent DigitalBridge Group

Mar 17·1 min read·23 words

Nvidia CEO Heralds ‘Inference Inflection’ as Next Phase of AI Boom

The new trend will keep Nvidia at the forefront of the AI boom that CEO Jensen Huang predicted will produce $1 trillion backlog in orders within the next year..

Mar 17·4 min read·626 words

Larger Municipal Networks Outperforming on Upload Speeds: Ookla

The study found eight of 14 municipal operators posted faster upload speeds than competitors, and one posted faster download speeds.

Mar 16·3 min read·498 words

Conservative Groups Push for 35% Boost in FTC Funding

The advocacy group leaders highlighted major settlements and accomplishments as reasons for expanding budget.

Mar 16·2 min read·344 words

New Jersey Gov. Sherrill Uses Budget Speech to Go After Big Tech

She called on the state legislature to work with her on her ‘Online Safety Agenda’

Mar 16·3 min read·417 words

What to Expect at the BEAD Implementation Summit 2026

Wednesday's BEAD Implementation Summit builds upon prior events in 2025 and late 2023.

Mar 16·1 min read·22 words

U.S. Should Streamline Spectrum Allocation, Congressional Report Says

The U.S.-China Commission also said the U.S. should engage more with international standards-setting bodies.

Mar 16·4 min read·733 words

The Left Explodes after Carr Warns Broadcasters about ‘Hoaxes and News Distortions’

Democrats, led by Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, combined on a message calling Carr a fascist over and over.

Mar 16·1 min read·31 words

New CEO at Omidyar Network, Which Seeks to Loosen Silicon Valley's Grip on AI Development

Former civil rights lawyer and Google executive at left-leaning organization, with a mission is to expand access to the digital revolution's economic opportunities.

Mar 16·5 min read·827 words

Some BEAD Winners Seeing Tight Fiber Market

ISPs have reported canceled or delayed orders.

Mar 13·5 min read·805 words

Broadband Breakfast on March 18, 2026 – BEAD Implementation Summit: Arielle Roth Fireside Chat

NTIA Administrator Arielle Roth takes center stage at Broadband Breakfast's BEAD Implementation Summit for a Fireside Chat on the state of the federal broadband funding program.

Mar 13·1 min read·40 words

Landowners and Locals are Fighting AI Expansion of High-Voltage Power Lines

High-voltage power lines cost tens of billions of dollars a year and are the latest front line in the battle over tech giants' massive operations.

Mar 13·6 min read·1074 words

Did Google President Ruth Porat Decide the GFiber ‘Other Bet’ Wasn’t Working?

GFiber opted to combine with a company in Astound Broadband that is 85% DOCSIS technology when plenty of pure-play fiber operators are still out there. What gives?

Mar 13·1 min read·39 words

Meta to Acquire Moltbook, the Social Network for AI Agents

Meta says it is hiring Moltbook's co-founders and expects the experimental platform could open new ways to develop AI agents.

Mar 13·2 min read·355 words

Study Says Universal Service Fund Critical for Rural Broadband

Report warns funding cuts could threaten connectivity in high-cost areas.

Mar 12·2 min read·284 words

Maryland ISP, State Agencies Spar Over FCC Preemption

The FCC is considering similar preemption issues in multiple rulemakings.

Mar 12·3 min read·586 words

Connecticut Law to Require Affordable Broadband for Eligible Households

The state’s new law, taking effect Oct. 1, will require a low-cost plan at $40 per month.

Mar 12·2 min read·291 words

Mary Guenther: BEAD Non-Deployment Dollars and the Risk of Unfulfilled Broadband Promises

The BEAD broadband program now has roughly $20 billion in leftover funds, and policymakers are debating how best to spend it

Mar 12·1 min read·33 words

Conservative Advocacy Group Says FCC Should Review GCI Liberty’s DEI Policies

Before the FCC reviews GCI’s requested ownership shift, the advocacy group says GCI’s DEI policies must end.

Mar 12·3 min read·424 words

Federal Officials Reject D.C. Broadband Funding Request

Site inspections found the proposed locations were already served or not valid broadband sites.

Mar 12·2 min read·311 words

GFiber and Astound to Combine

Investment firm Stonepeak will be the majority owner, with Alphabet retaining a ‘significant minority’ stake.

Mar 12·2 min read·344 words

Sen. Blumenthal Announces Bill To Regulate Prediction Markets

Co-sponsored by Sen. Andy Kim, D-N.J., the bill would restrict betting on military actions, among other things

Mar 12·2 min read·340 words

Technology, National Security Leaders Say Anthropic and Trump’s ‘Messy Public Breakup’ Will Harm Both

Anthropic’s supply chain risk designation is contradictory since the Defense Department has used its tools in Iran military operations, said CNAS executive vice president Paul Scharre.

Mar 12·3 min read·480 words

AT&T’s Wisconsin Bell Settles Whistleblower Case for $55 Million

The lawsuit was headed to trial later this year.

Mar 12·3 min read·422 words

In an Unusual Move, FCC Chairman Carr Drops the Package at Amazon’s Front Door

Carr reacted negatively to Amazon’s attack on SpaceX’s effort to build a massive data center satellite constellation in low Earth orbit

Mar 12·1 min read·35 words

Sens. Murkowski, Sullivan Celebrate Alaska’s BEAD Approval

Funds are expected to bring high-speed internet to more than 46,000 homes and small businesses across the state.

Mar 12·2 min read·377 words

Virginia Officials Debate Whether It's Time to Scrap Tax Breaks for Data Centers

Virginia senators are pushing to curtail a 5.3% tax break for data centers

Mar 11·5 min read·917 words

WIA Report: Dish Accounted for 5-7 Percent of All Tower Rental Revenue

An ally of FCC Chairman Brendan Carr wrote the agency in favor of the tower companies.

Mar 11·4 min read·686 words

Surf Internet Raises $407 Million Through Fiber Network Financing

Investor demand supports expansion across the Great Lakes region.

Mar 11·1 min read·161 words

Carr Not Receptive to Amazon’s Petition to Deny SpaceX Application

He posted on social media the company should focus on its own behind-schedule constellation.

Mar 11·3 min read·541 words

Open Access Networks Gain Momentum as Industry Shifts Toward Shared Infrastructure

Industry leaders say the broadband sector is increasingly embracing open access and shared network infrastructure models that were once considered off-limits in the U.S. market.

Mar 11·4 min read·681 words

Ajit Pai: The Big Lesson from Barcelona is AI and Wireless Are Converging

MWC reinforced that AI and wireless connectivity are inseparable, and that U.S. leadership in both hinges on smart spectrum policy and outpacing China.

Mar 11·1 min read·36 words

Kelly Outlines His Vision For AI Regulation

The Senator said he wants to prevent a repeat of Congress’s failures on social media oversight.

Mar 11·3 min read·444 words

Monitoring, Enforcement Important as BEAD Gets Underway: Expert

Carol Mattey said states should include contractual provisions to claw back already paid funding in the event of nonperformance.

Mar 11·4 min read·605 words

AT&T Claims T-Mobile Uses Deceptive Advertising, As Legal Fight Continues

AT&T filed its revised complaint and requested injunctive relief.

Mar 11·2 min read·345 words

USTelecom Launches Campaign on Future of U.S. Networks

The initiative urges policymakers to update telecom rules as providers transition away from copper networks

Mar 11·2 min read·315 words

Nexstar-TEGNA Merger Battle Continues As Cable Operators Demand Huge Concessions

For starters, Nexstar would need to divest stations to get to 39% and could own no more than two stations in a local market

Mar 11·1 min read·34 words

AT&T Marks 150 Years Since First Telephone Call

The company plans to spend $250 billion on its networks over the next 5 years.

Mar 11·2 min read·348 words

8 Years After Its Founding at Mobile World Congress, Can Open RAN Scale?

Although it didn’t originate that way, O-RAN has become seen as an ‘anti-Huawei’ alliance. It stands to gain as U.S. and Europe are mandating removal of Chinese telecom equipment

Mar 11·7 min read·1201 words

Wireless Industry: Light Poles Covered Under Pole Access Rules

CTIA says clearer access rights would speed 5G deployment

Mar 10·2 min read·284 words

More Speakers, Sponsors Confirmed for BEAD Implementation 2026

The BEAD Implementation Summit 2026 is set for March 18 at the National Press Club, from 12 Noon ET to 5 p.m. ET.

Mar 10·1 min read·31 words

Roth: NTIA Wants ‘Outcome-Driven’ Non-Deployment Spending

House Democrats want a briefing 'immediately' on the issue.

Mar 10·5 min read·886 words

Amazon LEO Asks FCC to Deny SpaceX’s Spaced-Based Data Center Proposal

SpaceX has been researching the feasibility of space-based data centers.

Mar 10·2 min read·386 words

Cable One’s Sparklight Launches Mobile Service with Free Line Promotion

The company's offer could encourage broadband customers to bundle mobile with home internet service.

Mar 10·2 min read·239 words

Verizon Closes Starry Acquisition

New Street foresees a deceleration in fixed wireless growth.

Mar 10·4 min read·620 words

As 6G Approaches, European Commission Bets Millions on Continental Tech Leadership

Two of the three dominant global mobile equipment vendors are European, the partnership's governing board chair said.

Mar 10·4 min read·677 words

DIRECTV Claims Nexstar Needs to Provide FCC with Economic Data Supporting TEGNA Deal

The satellite TV operator says Nexstar withheld from FCC certain economic studies it provided the Justice Department. Nexstar had no comment

Mar 10·1 min read·34 words

Michigan Lawmakers Propose Letting Voters Elect Utility Regulators

Supporters said electing commissioners would give residents more influence over electricity rates and energy policy.

Mar 9·2 min read·364 words

Licensed, Unlicensed Interests Still at Odds on Key Band Ahead of WRC

They disagree on whether the U.S. should advocate for mobile use in the 7 GHz band.

Mar 9·3 min read·517 words

Trump’s Cyber Strategy Prioritizes Protection Against ‘Foreign Adversaries’

Cyber Director Sean Cairncross says the administration wants stronger AI security and fewer regulatory burdens on tech companies.

Mar 9·3 min read·475 words

Trump Wants Court to Toss Suit Trying to Protect Digital Equity Act

The dismissal alleges that the district court is an improper venue for NDIA to challenge grant cancellations.

Mar 9·3 min read·445 words

Anthropic Sues Trump Administration Seeking to Undo 'Supply Chain Risk' Designation

Anthropic filed two separate lawsuits Monday, one in California federal court and another in the federal appeals court in Washington

Mar 9·5 min read·954 words

Federal Circuit Sends Spectrum Property Rights Case Back for More Briefing

Judges felt more information was needed to rule confidently on the issue.

Mar 9·4 min read·680 words

West Virginia Secures $4 Billion Artificial Intelligence Data Center Investment

Penzance project marks the state's first High Impact Intelligence Center designation.

Mar 9·2 min read·322 words

Lance West: Delivering on BEAD’s Promise to Connect America

Comcast is an awardee in the Broadband Equity, Access and Deployment program across 34 states

Mar 9·1 min read·24 words

Plunging Broadband Prices Nearly Competitive with the Affordable Connectivity Program’s $30 Monthly Stipend

Millions of U.S. households now have access to clearly affordable broadband plans that include price locks ranging from one year to forever

Mar 9·1 min read·35 words

Malik Khan: The Beginning of a Post-Satellite Era for B2B Media Distribution?

Broadcasters face a shrinking window to modernize their distribution infrastructure as upcoming FCC spectrum auctions threaten to eliminate much of the C-band satellite capacity.

Mar 8·1 min read·36 words

Paris-Based Orange CEO Said Telecoms Are Undervalued Backbone of Digital Economy

Heydemann said AI-generated content has already surpassed human-generated content in volume.

Mar 7·3 min read·419 words

Indian Minister Said Country Grew Broadband Subscribers From 60 Million to 1 Billion in a Decade

Mobile data prices fell 97 percent over 10 years, dropping from $3 per gigabyte to nine cents

Mar 7·2 min read·380 words

Sens. Luján, Fischer: No Higher Power for Shared Band

Some CBRS users fear interference if the FCC raises power limits.

Mar 6·4 min read·688 words

Telecom Act Aides Say Failure to Define Broadband Sparked Years of Regulatory Fights

At the Benton Institute event, panelists reflect on successes and failures of the Telecom Act of 1996

Mar 6·3 min read·543 words

Marcelo Oliveira: The Router is the Next Strategic Battleground for ISPs

ISPs risk ceding the high-value digital services layer of the connected home to tech giants like Amazon and Google.

Mar 6·1 min read·30 words

President Trump Issues ‘Rate Payer Protection Pledge’ Proclamation

Experts have said data centers are being added significantly faster than capacity is likely to catch up

Mar 6·3 min read·473 words

NTIA Needs More Time to Issue Guidance on Non-Deployment Funding, State AI Laws

Agency guidance on the issue was expected March 11.

Mar 6·3 min read·475 words

Markey Criticizes FCC Rollbacks, Republican Opposition to Affordability Programs

Markey announced his children’s online privacy act passed the Senate.

Mar 6·4 min read·647 words

ACLP Study Suggests NTIA Is Steering BEAD Billions to Many Weakling ISPs

ACLP said small ISPs set to expand their markets drastically because of BEAD money may not have 'the bona fides' to meet their deployment commitments

Mar 6·1 min read·37 words

African Tower Infrastructure Faces Fourfold Data Surge by 2030

Helios Towers calls Africa the world's top tower growth market.

Mar 6·3 min read·536 words

AT&T Said It Generated 5x Return on AI Investment

Amdocs said it is launching a new agentic operating system for managing AI agents across carrier networks

Mar 6·3 min read·507 words

GCI Liberty CEO Says Universal Service Fund Is Essential for Alaska

GCI receives 40% of its $1 billion in annual revenue from the Universal Service Fund

Mar 6·2 min read·359 words

AWS Says Telecoms Will Outsource AI Infrastructure as On-Premises Costs Prove Prohibitive

Capital budgets already stretched across broadband and capacity are constraining room for GPU investment for the industry.

Mar 5·2 min read·327 words

U.S. Issues First Commercial Construction Permit for a Nuclear Reactor in Years

The commission granted the permit Wednesday for a Bill Gates-backed company to build a sodium-cooled nuclear reactor in western Wyoming.

Mar 5·4 min read·640 words

KIDS Act Passes Energy and Commerce along Partisan Lines, COPPA 2.0 Postponed

Additional bills on kids online safety and cybersecurity passed with bipartisan support

Mar 5·4 min read·627 words

FCC’s March Agenda: Copper Retirement, Call Center Onshoring

The agency’s next open meeting is set for March 26, 2026

Mar 5·4 min read·722 words

Vodafone Forms Open-Access Satellite Company to Close Europe's Connectivity Gaps

In the same keynote, AT&T's Stankey said company had achieved 40% improvement in software development efficiency through AI

Mar 5·3 min read·545 words

Wireless Carriers Not Worried About Competition from SpaceX

The satellite company sent leaders to MWC this week to tease plans for its Starlink Mobile service.

Mar 5·3 min read·589 words

City of Bellevue In Iowa to Sunset Cable TV, Citing Streaming Network Competition

Bellevue’s broadband network will continue to operate.

Mar 5·2 min read·304 words

Nexstar CEO Sook: Having Trump's Support for TEGNA Deal 'Doesn’t Hurt in the Regulatory Agencies'

Sook Remains Confident Deal Will Close Before July and DOJ Will Embrace a Video Market Definition That Goes Beyond Just TV Stations

Mar 5·1 min read·37 words

Nokia Called 'Token Certainty' the New Network Performance Standard

The company's CEO said open interfaces and interoperability are essential to connecting intelligence across network domains.

Mar 5·3 min read·549 words

OpenAI Chairman Said AI Model Costs Fell 100-Fold in 18 Months

Chairman Bret Taylor says trillions in AI value unrealized as enterprise deployment lags behind model development

Mar 5·3 min read·570 words

Calix Invested $100M to Build AI Platform Now Serving 1,200 Broadband Providers

Calix Invested $2B to Build AI Platform Now Serving 1,200 Broadband Providers, said CEO Michael Weening

Mar 5·3 min read·424 words

Ericsson and Nokia Align Automation Platforms to Speed Autonomous Network Development

Interoperability push comes as operators build mobile networks using equipment from multiple vendors.

Mar 5·2 min read·260 words

Tech Companies Vow to Cover Electricity Costs of Data Centers in White House Deal

On Wednesday, President Trump hosted tech companies and promoted a 'ratepayer protection' pledge, which asks companies to build or buy new generation for their data centers.

Mar 5·4 min read·737 words

Charter, Comcast Focused on Customer Service, Savings to Win Customers Back

Optimum also introduced low-priced plans at $25 per month for five years.

Mar 4·4 min read·627 words

More Ideas for Use of BEAD Non-deployment Funding

NTIA has been taking input on how to allow states to spend the roughly $21 billion in remaining program funds.

Mar 4·5 min read·828 words

Shentel Brings Internet Access to About 5,000 Homes in Bedford County, Virginia

The Virginia Telecommunication Initiative continues to support two more broadband projects in the county.

Mar 4·2 min read·321 words

Guthrie Suggests China May Be Behind Negative Data Center Sentiment in U.S.

Guthrie suspects misinformation spread by adversaries may be responsible for influencing public opinion on data centers

Mar 4·3 min read·561 words

Nvidia Targets AI Infrastructure Bottleneck With $2 Billion Photonics Investment

Investment backs new U.S. manufacturing and fabrication capacity with photonics company Lumentum.

Mar 4·2 min read·304 words

Bipartisan Senate Bill Seeks to Expand Grid Capacity by Upgrading Existing Power Lines

Lawmakers said the proposal would cut permitting delays and lower costs

Mar 4·3 min read·442 words

Starlink Brings Satellite to Homes for $39 a Month

The company’s satellite internet access promotion is available until March 31.

Mar 4·2 min read·278 words

NTIA Officially Taps 5 Megahertz of NOAA Spectrum for Wireless Use.

The agency is also studying the band for direct-to-device satellite service.

Mar 4·2 min read·398 words

Debra Berlyn: Online Scams and Older Adults: It’s Just One Battle After Another

Scam losses among Americans 60 and older have quadrupled since 2020 to over $2.4 billion, with AI-powered fraud making it increasingly difficult for consumers of all ages to distinguish real communica…

Mar 4·1 min read·47 words

Would Anyone Dare Call It Bay of Pigskin?

JFK’s embrace of the Sports Broadcasting Act of 1961, an NFL-friendly antitrust law, is coming back to haunt the New Frontier in the age of Netflix, YouTube TV, and Amazon Prime Video

Mar 4·1 min read·40 words

Accenture to Acquire Ookla, Strengthening Network Intelligence and Data

The consultancy aims to use Ookla's data-collection services to help ISPs, hyperscalers, and enterprises optimize networks.

Mar 4·3 min read·484 words

Proposed Digital Networks Act and Chips Act 2.0 Target EU Tech Sovereignty

The European Commission’s proposal is aiming to unlock continental scale, accelerate fiber transition, and restrict high-risk suppliers.

Mar 4·3 min read·536 words

AI Is Forcing Enterprises to Rethink Network Infrastructure, Lumen CEO Says

After selling its fiber-to-the-home business to AT&T, company pivots toward enterprise AI infrastructure.

Mar 4·3 min read·445 words

Iridium Opposed to Ligado-AST SpaceMobile Deal

The incumbent fears interference from planned direct-to-cell service.

Mar 3·4 min read·619 words

Qualcomm Sets 2029 6G Timeline as Huawei Calls for Expanding and Advancing 5G

58 partners joined Qualcomm’s planned 2028 6G demos.

Mar 3·3 min read·556 words

Bill Revoking State-Run Lifeline Eligibility Introduced

The bill could impact Oregon and Texas, the remaining two states with their own Lifeline verification process.

Mar 3·2 min read·265 words

NTIA not Sold on New Licensing for Subsea Cable Terminals

The Department of Homeland Security disagreed, saying it supported the FCC’s proposed licensing regime.

Mar 3·3 min read·470 words

FCC Seeking Comment on U.S. Firms’ Access to Foreign Satellite Markets

The agency argued draft European regulations would be barriers to American companies.

Mar 3·3 min read·407 words

Study: Internet Prices Vary Across Louisville Locations

Connected Nation said differences in advertised broadband prices point to gaps in national pricing data.

Mar 3·3 min read·467 words

Data Centers Are Increasing Consumer Energy Costs In Mid-Atlantic, Say Panelists

Bipartisan support backs having tech companies install power generation and pay for infrastructure upgrades to cover their needs.

Mar 3·3 min read·487 words

Optimum CEO Pitches FCC Chairman Carr on Nexstar-TEGNA Conditions

Dennis Mathew urges FCC leader to require 'divestiture of Big-4 triopolies in a local market'

Mar 3·1 min read·24 words

Fixed Wireless a Part of Convergence Plans

‘Convergence can be either fixed wireless or fiber,’ Verizon CEO Dan Schulman said.

Mar 3·3 min read·486 words

In Barcelona, Telecom CEOs Talk Sluggish Growth, EU Regulation and Geopolitics

European 'rip-and-replace' criticized, Eutelstat CEO promotes itself as only LEO system that is neither American nor Chinese

Mar 3·6 min read·1079 words

ITU Secretary-General: Space Will Dominate 2027 Global Spectrum Talks

At the Mobile World Congress, two global telecom policy-makers discussed resilience, supply-chain risk and workforce with AI.

Mar 3·4 min read·766 words

SpaceX Scheduled 2027 Launch of 1,200-Satellite Mobile Constellation

SpaceX said its Starlink Mobile connected thousands during California's wildfires and Japan's earthquakes.

Mar 3·3 min read·501 words

American Legislative Exchange Council Releases State Artificial Intelligence Policy Toolkit

The guide outlines model state legislation aimed at shaping AI governance.

Mar 2·2 min read·278 words

House Expected To Pass Bill Hastening Broadband Deployment On Federal Lands

A vote on HR 5419 is scheduled for Tuesday

Mar 2·2 min read·275 words

EchoStar Down 9,000 Mobile Subs

CEO Ergen said company had settled ‘hundreds’ of contract disputes.

Mar 2·5 min read·803 words

FCC Seeking Public Comment on Malone's Effort to Control GCI Liberty

Investor John Malone applies to gain more than 50% voting control of Alaska’s largest telecom provider.

Mar 2·2 min read·299 words

Carr’s FCC Hands Historic Regulatory Victory to African-American TV Station Owner

DuJuan McCoy’s Circle City Broadcasting wins approval to own three stations, including the ABC affiliate, in Indianapolis

Mar 2·1 min read·28 words

Evan Swarztrauber: How NTIA Can Avoid a BEAD Slush Fund

With $21 billion in BEAD savings up for grabs, NTIA must resist industry pressure and ensure remaining funds stay true to the program's digital divide mission.

Mar 2·1 min read·36 words

Major Telecom Trade Groups to Supreme Court: FCC Can’t Fine Us

The high court will hear arguments on the issue in April

Feb 27·3 min read·502 words

FCC Approves $34.5 Billion Charter-Cox Merger

The combined company would have about 36 million broadband subs.

Feb 27·4 min read·632 words

NextNav Suggests CalChiefs Was Misinformed By Interest Groups

CalChiefs and nonprofit Wi-Fi Alliance oppose NextNav's GPS project, citing public safety concerns.

Feb 27·3 min read·430 words

Trump Orders all Federal Agencies to Phase Out Use of Anthropic Technology

Anthropic didn’t immediately reply to a request for comment to Trump’s remarks.

Feb 27·6 min read·1187 words

Thomas Tyler Leaving Louisiana Broadband Office

He served as the agency’s deputy director since 2021.

Feb 27·3 min read·419 words

FiberLight Invests $500M in West Texas AI, Data Center Infrastructure

Pointing to Texas as a hub for technological growth, FiberLight hopes to support expansion.

Feb 27·2 min read·280 words

Cable One Down 10.9k Subs, Shentel Up 5.4k

Tower company SBA Communications said it had also sued Dish for failing to pay rent after spectrum sales.

Feb 27·4 min read·708 words

Trump Energy Official Believes Genesis Mission Will Unlock Rapid Scientific Discovery

The DOE project hopes to connect tech firms, research universities and the national lab system with an AI backbone

Feb 27·3 min read·547 words

Multi-Gig Internet Service to Expand in Southeast Minnesota Cities

Hiawatha Broadband Communications is continuing its build out of Flight Fiber throughout the state.

Feb 27·2 min read·266 words

MIT Professors Argue for ‘Pro Worker-AI’ Plan In New Paper

Experts agree that there’s still a chance for AI to support human expertise instead of displacing its need.

Feb 27·3 min read·485 words

Nexstar CEO Sook – Washington Has Not Said Company Needs to Sell Stations to Close TEGNA Deal

'As we’ve reported historically, we expect that if there are any divestitures, they would be de minimis to the overall value of the deal,' Nexstar CEO Perry Sook says

Feb 27·1 min read·46 words

Rep. McClellan Hopes to Modernize 1996 Telecom Act Despite Lack of Congressional Support

House Democrat emphasized need to create more AI regulation and the importance of federal investment in broadband.

Feb 26·3 min read·405 words

BEAD Plans Approved: $736 Million for Washington and $629 Million for Alaska

Now 47 states have received NTIA approval, and 35 have cleared NIST review.

Feb 26·4 min read·672 words

New Bill Would Impose Shot Clocks on FCC Merger Reviews

Denials and hearing referrals would have to be voted on by commissioners.

Feb 26·3 min read·578 words

Roth Says U.S. Must Lead Global Network Standards to Protect Speech

Commerce official warns foreign regulations and infrastructure battles threaten free expression

Feb 26·2 min read·357 words

National Press Club Ballroom is Venue for BEAD Implementation Summit on March 18

Broadband Breakfast announces interactive CHAT community spaces for Presenters, for Breakfast Club Members, and for Event Participants

Feb 26·1 min read·30 words

Carr Has FCC Looking at Migration of Sports Programming from Free TV to Streaming Platforms

'… Watching your favorite team play isn’t as easy these days. Many games are still on broadcast, but an increasing number are on a range of different online platforms,” Carr says.

Feb 26·1 min read·46 words

Who Will Provide Telecom Service When Copper Networks are Gone?

Both panelists said they support fiber as the preferred technology for the transition.

Feb 26·4 min read·655 words

Chinese Drone Company Sues FCC Over Blacklisting

FCC argues it had no other choice because of national security risks.

Feb 25·2 min read·334 words

Monica Sanders: Data Centers Need More Than Permits, They Need Public Trust

With $64 billion in data center projects blocked or delayed, the industry is learning that permits aren't the same as public trust.

Feb 25·1 min read·34 words

Securus, Pay Tel Looking to Drop Legal Challenge to Prison Phone Rates

The FCC issued a new order last year raising its price caps.

Feb 25·3 min read·511 words

Charter Names Frontier CEO Nick Jeffery as Chief Operating Officer

The new executive joins Charter on Sept. 1, 2026.

Feb 25·2 min read·234 words

Trump Announces Data Center ‘Rate Payer Protection Pledge’ at SOTU

Trump says his administration negotiated with large tech companies to produce their own energy for data centers.

Feb 25·2 min read·322 words

Tower Companies Not Letting up on Push for EchoStar Deal Conditions

The Wireless Infrastructure Association made its case to the FCC’s top lawyer.

Feb 25·4 min read·647 words

Vertical Bridge Raises $1.94 Billion in Tower-Backed Financing

Company said transaction was largest securitization in tower sector history

Feb 25·1 min read·179 words

CTA Official Says It’s Time to Reclaim and Auction TV Station Spectrum

‘It’s long past time to reset the system,’ says CTA SVP of Government & Regulatory Affairs Michael Petricone

Feb 25·1 min read·30 words

Diversity Barriers To Entry Level Tech Policy Jobs Remain, According Public Knowledge Report

The study conducted in 2025 concluded that sustained attention will be required to improve diversity metrics.

Feb 24·2 min read·249 words

International Coalition Building Important Ahead of WRC: Experts

In the U.S., licensed and unlicensed interests disagree on the 7 GHz band.

Feb 24·4 min read·754 words

Hegseth Warns Anthropic to Let Military Use the Company’s AI as It Sees Fit

The Pentagon didn't immediately comment.

Feb 24·6 min read·1030 words

U.S. Chamber of Commerce Opposes Jamming Mobile Phones in State Prisons

Business group backs managed access systems over signal interference

Feb 24·2 min read·277 words

Broadband Breakfast on March 25, 2026 – Quantum Computing

Quantum computing/communications and their implications for cybersecurity, AI and the future of high-speed data processing.

Feb 24·1 min read·24 words

Charter Warns California Delay Could Jeopardize Cox Merger Timeline

Federal merger clearance expires Sept. 15, 2026 if state review lags.

Feb 24·2 min read·319 words

Broadband Prices Down 7% to 9% in Past Two Years, Phoenix Center Study Says

‘The data tell a clear story once you analyze them correctly,’ says Phoenix Center Chief Economist George S. Ford.

Feb 24·1 min read·33 words

AT&T, Cal Advocates Reach Partial Deal on California Copper Retirement

The two agreed companies should be able to decommission infrastructure in exchange for fiber deployment commitments.

Feb 23·3 min read·589 words

Apple CEO Tim Cook Faces Scrutiny for Alleged Apple News Liberal Bias

Sen. Marsha Blackburn, R-Tenn. and FTC Chairman Andrew Ferguson both wrote letters to Cook with concerns about Apple News.

Feb 23·2 min read·393 words

AT&T, Verizon Make Case Against FCC Forfeiture Process to Supreme Court

Fines are the agency’s main enforcement mechanism.

Feb 23·4 min read·689 words

240-Mile Network to Expand High-speed Dark Fiber in Indianapolis

The project will allow expansion of data centers, artificial intelligence and more.

Feb 23·2 min read·255 words

O’Rielly Proclaims 'False Narrative' Around Broadband Affordability Concerns

The former FCC commissioner noted that as consumer prices broadly rose 36% over the past 10 years, broadband pricing has declined.

Feb 23·3 min read·422 words

Carr Names John, Baum To Lead WRC Advisory Committee

Appointments position FCC for 2027 global spectrum talks

Feb 23·2 min read·273 words

Los Alamos Names Public Broadband Network ‘Atomic Fiber’

The New Mexico county said an open-access model will expand competition and choice

Feb 23·2 min read·309 words

Trump Demands Netflix Fire Board Member and Prominent Democrat Susan Rice 'Immediately'

Rice lashed out at Trump backers and promised eventual payback if Democrats regain power – ‘It’s not going to end well for them.’

Feb 23·1 min read·35 words

Modi Pitches India as an AI Hub at International Summit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has pitched India as a major hub for artificial intelligence, built at home and used worldwide.

Feb 22·4 min read·692 words

Bois Forte Band Begins Construction on $20 Million Tribal Fiber Project

The ambitious undertaking is supported by a $20 million grant awarded under the 2021 Tribal Broadband Connectivity Program.

Feb 21·8 min read·1412 words

Disagreement Persists on Satellite use of Millimeter Wave Spectrum

Satellite companies want easier access, while carriers say that could upend licenses they purchased.

Feb 20·4 min read·613 words

Roth Announces Her Senior Political Team at NTIA

The agency tapped Tricia J. Paoletta and Matthew Plaster as senior advisors

Feb 20·2 min read·381 words

California Fire Chiefs Withdraw Initial Support for NextNav

The fire chiefs voiced strong support in May 2025 for NextNav’s new technology, before shifting gears just last month.

Feb 20·2 min read·378 words

TDS Upping Fiber Target After Spectrum Sale to AT&T

Array is still looking to sell its C-band holdings.

Feb 20·4 min read·679 words

Supreme Court Strikes Down Trump’s Sweeping Tariffs, Upending Central Plank of Economic Agenda

Administration officials have said they expect to keep the tariff framework in place under other authorities.

Feb 20·4 min read·655 words

New Mexico Sends $10M Broadband Assistance Bill to Governor

The measure would establish a low-income subsidy program, with up to $45 million authorized in future years.

Feb 20·1 min read·182 words

YouTube's 'Antenna Man' Says Roku TV Burying Free TV Stations Deep Inside the Channel Guide

‘The FCC should require TV manufacturers to include a ‘local TV’ button on the remote to provide users easy access to local channels from an antenna,' Tyler Kleinle said.

Feb 20·1 min read·44 words

Newsom Appoints John Reynolds to Head California PUC

Christine Harada also joins as newest commissioner, while current CPUC President Alice Reynolds steps down.

Feb 19·2 min read·223 words

FAA Rules could Hinder Upper C-band Use, Mobile Industry Fears

The aviation industry backed the FAA’s proposed rules.

Feb 19·4 min read·736 words

FCC Withdraws Four Product Test Lab Approvals Citing Control by ‘Foreign Adversary’

The agency acted based on concerns the China-based labs had ties to the Chinese government.

Feb 19·2 min read·364 words

Boston Urges FCC To Preserve Broadband Price Transparency Rules

City says affordability remains primary barrier to internet adoption

Feb 19·2 min read·396 words

Research Experts Claim CPUC Broadband Competition Report to be Misleading

The CPUC’s claim that increased broadband competition could save Californians $1 billion is facing pushback.

Feb 19·2 min read·384 words

Industry, Consumer Groups Still at Odds over Broadband Nutrition Labels

Consumer Reports found 30 percent of shoppers recalled seeing the labels since they went into effect.

Feb 19·4 min read·666 words

Fiber Seen as Critical Infrastructure for AI-Driven Data Center Expansion

A new report argues fiber is central to the next phase of U.S. data center expansion.

Feb 19·2 min read·397 words

Nuclear Power a Distant Solution to Data Center Needs

Experts say nuclear power's potential to meet surging AI data center energy demand remains years away, held back by high costs and lengthy regulatory hurdles.

Feb 19·4 min read·608 words

Digital Skills, Workforce Development Takes Center Stage at BEAD Listening Session

The second round of public comments included support for removing ed-tech from K-12 schools

Feb 19·4 min read·641 words

‘I Support That Transaction’ – FCC Chairman Carr Ready to Approve Nexstar-TEGNA Deal

Will he waive the 39% cap? 'Stay tuned,' Carr tells reporters Wednesday

Feb 19·1 min read·25 words

Fiona Beck: Creating a Red Carpet, Not Red Tape, for Subsea Cables

Bermuda has become a model for subsea cable investment by streamlining its permitting process to just 70 business days.

Feb 19·1 min read·31 words

Carr Advisor Wants More Study on CBRS Usage

‘How do we gauge success in a way that’s quantitative?’

Feb 18·3 min read·576 words

New Mexico Senate Approves $45 Million for Broadband Affordability

SB 152 would create a state-run, low-income broadband assistance program funded through the state’s rural universal service fund.

Feb 18·2 min read·292 words

Rep. Greg Landsman to Speak at BEAD Implementation Summit

Keynotes join panels: State broadband roundtable, technology choices in BEAD, using remaining BEAD funds, and capital constraints on financing

Feb 18·1 min read·28 words

FCC Proposes More Lifeline Vetting

The agency also moved to expand private broadband use in the lower 900 MHz band.

Feb 18·4 min read·744 words

Amazon Gets FCC Approval to More Than Double Its LEO Fleet

Amazon’s also needs an FCC waiver to miss a key deployment deadline in July.

Feb 18·2 min read·342 words

Armstrong Buying MCTV in Ohio from the Gessner Family

MCTV was started by Richard and Susan Gessner in 1965 and remained in the family for 61 years.

Feb 18·1 min read·27 words

CTA Names Kinsey Fabrizio CEO as Gary Shapiro Shifts to Executive Chair

Shapiro, formerly CEO and executive chair, sheds the CEO title for Fabrizio, who adds the role to her existing portfolio as president.

Feb 18·2 min read·294 words

New Mexico Broadband Office Approves $6.7M in Public Wi-Fi Grants

Six grants will expand and implement Wi-Fi in public plazas, parks and municipal buildings.

Feb 18·2 min read·308 words

Illinois Bill Seeks Broadband Price Caps for Low-Income Customers

The bill would direct the Illinois Commerce Commission to set broadband price protections for low-income residents.

Feb 17·3 min read·532 words

Telecommunications Providers Struggle to Meet May Rip-and-Replace Deadline

Carriers worry permitting delays and labor shortages could lead to connectivity loss in rural communities.

Feb 17·2 min read·341 words

FCC Investigating Lifeline Providers as Advocates, Dems Push Back Against Increased ID Verification

The agency is set to vote Wednesday on a proposal that would seek comment on increased verification measures for the program.

Feb 17·5 min read·946 words

GCI Says Timing of $120M Provisional BEAD Award Uncertain Amid Federal Review

The company reported 1,200 lost broadband subscribers in the quarter, for a total of 151,200 subscribers

Feb 17·3 min read·413 words

Claiming Another First, Louisiana Disburses $43 Million in BEAD Funds

The state wants to see non-deployment funding for workforce development, permitting assistance.

Feb 17·5 min read·825 words

Starlink Rockets Past the 10 Million Subscriber Mark Globally, Adds 1 Million Subs in Just 53 Days

Is there really a need for BEAD when Starlink is likely adding 225,000 U.S. rural customers every 50 days on average?

Feb 17·1 min read·38 words

Broadband Breakfast on February 25, 2026 – Legacy Networks in the Fiber Era

As fiber networks rapidly expand nationwide, the retirement of legacy copper infrastructure has emerged as a critical broadband policy debate, raising complex questions about service continuity, regul…

Feb 16·1 min read·50 words

Hollywood Groups Condemn ByteDance's AI Video Generator, Claiming Copyright Infringement

Seedance 2.0, which is only available in China, lets users generate high-quality AI videos using simple text prompts

Feb 16·2 min read·367 words

UN Approves Scientific Panel on Impact of AI, U.S. Votes 'No'

The United States and Paraguay were the only nations to vote 'no' to the establishment of the 40-member scientific panel.

Feb 14·3 min read·509 words

Arielle Roth Says NTIA Won’t Allow State Rules to Undermine BEAD Success

NTIA Administrator Arielle Roth was also questioned on screen time use in schools.

Feb 13·3 min read·474 words

Trump Energy Deputy: Nuclear Power Needed to Meet Demand for AI Infrastructure

The Energy Department has taken steps to start enriching uranium to fuel the AI race, said Assistant Secretary Timothy Walsh

Feb 13·3 min read·519 words

As Electricity Costs Rise, Everyone Wants Data Centers to Pick Up Their Tab. But How?

Data centers keep spreading fast, and some use as much electricity as a small city.

Feb 13·6 min read·1197 words

John Haraburda: What Telco Must Do Next on STIR/SHAKEN

Major carriers sign 85% of voice traffic while smaller carriers manage only 17.5%. We need AI-powered solutions to combat robocall fraud.

Feb 13·1 min read·30 words

Smack in the Middle of Nexstar-TEGNA, Antitrust Chief Gail Slater Shown the Door

'They’ve basically decided to decapitate the Antitrust Division. It’s not just Slater. Her top deputies are gone,' said Douglas Farrar, a senior policy advisor to Democratic FTC Chair Lina Khan.

Feb 13·1 min read·43 words

Taiwan's AI-Powered Economy Soars in the Shadow of Bubble Fears and China Threats

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang describes Taiwan as the 'center of the world's computer ecosystem.'

Feb 13·7 min read·1294 words

Bill Requiring Interior and USDA to Study Broadband Barriers Clears House Natural Resources

The bill aims to accelerate broadband deployment on federal lands.

Feb 12·2 min read·321 words

Optimum Down 62,000 Subscribers, But Earnings Growth Returns

The network said it reached goals in fiber, mobile and video subscribers, while continuing to face debt challenges.

Feb 12·2 min read·386 words

Compromise Amendment Allows Satellite Bill to Clear Senate Committee

Concerns raised at the Feb. 3 markup hearing led to additional discussions and an agreement that moved the bill out of committee.

Feb 12·3 min read·565 words

Panelists Say BEAD’s Real Test Is Adoption, Not Infrastructure

The panel was focused on making the Broadband Equity, Access and Deployment program a success

Feb 12·2 min read·320 words

Broadband Breakfast on March 4, 2026 – Live From Mobile World Congress

This episode will consider key innovations and policy implications emerging from Mobile World Congress in Barcelona.

Feb 12·1 min read·28 words

CTIA Reiterates Opposition to FCC Prison Jamming Plan

Carr said last year the FCC could interpret the Communications Act as declaring contraband prison phones 'unauthorized communications'

Feb 12·2 min read·347 words

Amazon Satellites to Get Boost from Launch of Ariane 64, Europe's Most Powerful Rocket

EU's space program will launch the powerful version of the Ariane 6, with 32 Amazon Leo satellites for its broadband constellation.

Feb 12·6 min read·1100 words

GCI's Alaska Subsea Fiber Breaks Start to Pile Up and Cost Money

Two fiber breaks in December will cost the company millions to repair. The latest one in Deering will take months to fix because the presence of thick ice will block repair crew access until summer.

Feb 12·1 min read·47 words

How to Spend $21B? Permitting Reform, Middle Mile, 5G, Digital Literacy and Public Safety

Sprawling NTIA listening session brings in 1,300 viewers, nearly 50 commenters; webinar to be repeated next Wednesday

Feb 12·4 min read·717 words

T-Mobile Launches AI-Powered Live Translate Built Into Calls

T-Mobile is expecting 15 million fixed wireless broadband customers by 2030. It had 558,000 net broadband additions in Q4.

Feb 12·3 min read·495 words

Greenland’s Security Problem? Chinese Telecom Equipment, Says Danish Expert

Trump's Greenland gambit exposed Denmark's failures and Europe's dangerous reliance on Chinese telecom equipment across NATO infrastructure, a consultant said.

Feb 11·4 min read·660 words

Google, Meta, Push Back on Addiction Claims in Landmark Social Media Trial

Jurors in the case got their first glimpse into what will be a lengthy trial.

Feb 11·7 min read·1203 words

Virginia Broadband Leader: How I Deal With ISPs Attempting to Change Contracts

She added that she would be tuning into the NTIA’s listening session on Wednesday at 2 p.m.

Feb 11·3 min read·459 words

Sen. Kennedy to Lutnick: 'Why Don't You Just Use ... Starlink?'

'Why don’t you just do that? And do it across America and save a bunch of money," the Louisiana Republican said.

Feb 11·1 min read·32 words

Author of California AI Legislation Calls Trump Executive Order 'Outrageous'

Wiener explains that his landmark state AI legislation faced backlash and roadblocks, but ultimately is a win for AI regulation.

Feb 10·3 min read·475 words

FirstNet Reauthorization Bill Passes House Committee Unanimously

The bipartisan bill will now move to the full House Energy and Commerce Committee.

Feb 10·2 min read·319 words

Lutnick Confirms No Effort to Rescind BEAD Non-Deployment Funds

Lawmakers pressed Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick on why BEAD has not yet connected any households, ties to Jeffrey Epstein

Feb 10·6 min read·1091 words

New Expert Agency May Be Necessary to Regulate Digital Economy, Say Panelists

A new agency of experts should take on the task of regulating this emerging driver of the economy, some panelists said.

Feb 10·3 min read·532 words

Panel: Data Centers Won’t Drive Up Energy Rates

Companies are legally required to ensure rates will not increase, but Google promised to pay for transmission upgrades and develop on-site power generation.

Feb 10·4 min read·635 words

Rural Broadband Association Announces Mike Romano as New CEO

Romano has been with the trade group since 2010, the same year Shirley Bloomfield became CEO

Feb 10·2 min read·307 words

Newsmax-Promoted Poll Claims GOP Primary Voters Oppose Nexstar-TEGNA Merger By a Lot

Sixty-Eight Percent of GOP Primary Voters in Public Opinion Strategies Poll Strongly Opposed the TV Station Deal

Feb 10·1 min read·29 words

Arielle Roth Announces BEAD Approvals for 6 States and 2 Territories

Oregon, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Vermont, Mississippi, New Mexico, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands are now BEAD-approved

Feb 9·2 min read·332 words

Rep. April McClain Delaney Hopes to Pass New Quantum, AI Measures

McClain Delaney talked social media age verification, BEAD program and rural broadband access.

Feb 9·3 min read·527 words

AI Chatbots Have Moved Quickly from Novelty to Daily Emotional Support

30% of teens said they preferred engaging with chatbots 'as much or more than other humans'

Feb 9·2 min read·385 words

Panelists Share Dueling Visions of Energy Grid in AI Race

As big tech bring their own energy supply to data centers, will the electric grid suffer?

Feb 9·3 min read·473 words

Nathan Leamer: The Next Step in the Media Course Correction

Lifting the FCC's national broadcast ownership cap would strengthen local media by allowing community-rooted broadcasters to achieve scale, the author argues.

Feb 9·1 min read·31 words

Trump Whacks FCC’s 39% Cap in Calling for Approval of the Nexstar-TEGNA Merger

‘Letting Good Deals get done like Nexstar - Tegna will help knock out the Fake News because there will be more competition, and at a higher and more sophisticated level,’ Trump says.

Feb 9·1 min read·45 words

How Network Testing Methods Shape U.S. Mobile Rankings

New mobile performance reports from Ookla show U.S. carriers ranking differently depending on how speeds are measured.

Feb 9·3 min read·579 words

Holistic Approach Is Needed to Solve Energy Bottlenecks, Panel Says

Permitting is a good start, but other changes and incentives are needed to solve energy challenges, INCOMPAS panel says.

Feb 7·3 min read·559 words

Judges Weigh Whether Spectrum Licenses Create Property Rights

Ligado says DoD systems are preventing its use of FCC licenses – and wants compensation.

Feb 7·4 min read·604 words

EU Accuses TikTok of 'Addictive Design' that Harms Children, Seeks Changes to Protect Users

Other countries are also taking action against social media addiction.

Feb 6·4 min read·671 words

Permitting Delays Remain Top Broadband Deployment Obstacle: Industry Leaders

From railroad crossings to pole attachments, permitting emerged as the primary obstacle slowing fiber broadband deployments.

Feb 6·3 min read·590 words

North Dakota's Fedorchak Wants to Give Senate a Menu For Permitting Changes

Providing the Senate with a variety of permitting reform packages may lead to a consolidation of ideas with bipartisan support, she said.

Feb 6·2 min read·286 words

Comcast Wins in FCC’s First Accelerated Pole Dispute Order

The agency stood up its Rapid Broadband Assessment Team in 2023.

Feb 6·4 min read·623 words

FCC Pole Decision Should Clear the Way for ‘Faster, More Reliable Broadband,’ Chairman Carr Says

In a unanimous ruling rendered in expedited fashion, agency says Comcast not required to pay the full cost to replace poles owned Appalachian Power Company

Feb 6·1 min read·40 words

Federal Permitting Council Introduces Faster Data Center Permitting Process

In alignment with President Trump’s goals, the council is working on new data center projects through a streamlined process.

Feb 5·3 min read·405 words

Dish Default Causing Crown Castle to Accelerate Layoffs

Crown Castle said there are now at least six lawsuits against Dish Wireless.

Feb 5·4 min read·774 words

Obernolte: Passing Bipartisan AI Regulation Would Send Strong Message to Public

The California Republican congressman hosts a monthly bipartisan dinner club on Capitol Hill to build relationships.

Feb 5·3 min read·431 words

Verizon Consumer Group CEO to Step Down

Sowmyanarayan Sampath had been considered a likely future CEO.

Feb 5·3 min read·450 words

New 'Data Center Excellence' Standard From Telecom Trade Group

In the AI race with China, data centers need quality standards for a streamlined process, the trade groups said.

Feb 5·2 min read·312 words

NTIA Administrator Arielle Roth to Keynote BEAD Implementation 2026

Roth's leadership comes at a pivotal moment, as states' BEAD deployments are firmly in the implementation phase.

Feb 5·1 min read·26 words

House Lawmakers Appear Supportive of Draft FirstNet Reauthorization Bill

There was bipartisan support in both chambers for more NTIA oversight.

Feb 5·5 min read·978 words

Bill Maguire: Leveraging BEAD 'Non-Deployment' Funds for Permitting Reform

NTIA may allow states to use BEAD non-deployment funds for permitting reforms and pole-attachment programs to accelerate broadband deployment.

Feb 5·1 min read·28 words

Nexstar-TEGNA Merger Foes Airing Attack Ad Smearing Trump, Carr, and the TV Station Deal

CAR President Daniel Suhr called the ad ‘a left-wing hit job on President Trump and Chairman Carr from a group that disagrees with everything this Administration is trying to accomplish.'

Feb 5·1 min read·44 words

Energy for AI Will Require An All-Source Approach, McCormick Says

‘This is happening across the world, we don't have a choice of opting out,’ said the Pennsylvania Republican

Feb 5·2 min read·324 words

Sen. Ben Ray Luján Expressed Frustration, Dedication to Federal Permitting Reform

Despite partisan challenges, Luján said moving past them was necessary for the U.S. to become a world leader.

Feb 5·3 min read·401 words

Several More State BEAD Proposals Approved–And Where the Funds are Going

The agency also said states were not required to agree to any contractual proposals from participating ISPs.

Feb 4·6 min read·1119 words

Telecom Officials Urge Caution For Orderly Transition to Internet Protocol Networks

Panelists highlighted the remaining challenges for bringing next generation 911 call centers online

Feb 4·2 min read·357 words

Natural Resources Chairman Says SPEED Act Unlocks Faster Infrastructure Deployment

Years-long federal permitting delays are slowing major infrastructure deployment, raising costs for consumers and undermining competitiveness.

Feb 4·3 min read·479 words

Fixed Wireless Providers Applaud Trump-Era BEAD Changes

Tarana and Nextlink emphasized opportunities they now have to provide fixed wireless connectivity to underserved communities.

Feb 4·3 min read·498 words

Rep. Richard Hudson Says He Fought For BEAD Funding

He said he believed strongly in the Broadband Equity, Access and Deployment program, and wanted to ensure that the funds were spent.

Feb 4·2 min read·264 words

Cantwell Says AT&T, Verizon Blocked Salt Typhoon Inquiry

She called for a hearing with the companies’ CEOs.

Feb 4·2 min read·391 words

Spain Looks to Ban Social Media for Under-16s, Joining Others in Europe

Speaking on Tuesday at a summit in the United Arab Emirates, Sánchez criticized technology companies for allowing harmful content like child abuse and deepfake images.

Feb 4·4 min read·623 words

Senators Looking for Briefing from NTIA on SpaceX Rider

The company had sought exemptions from certain BEAD rules.

Feb 3·4 min read·785 words

Panel Discusses Responsible AI Implementation in Local Government

Hosted by the CDT, representatives discussed recommendations and examples in state and local government use of AI.

Feb 3·3 min read·514 words

Jessica Dine: We Have the Tools to Head Off the Newest Digital Divide

If the NTIA would let us use them...

Feb 3·1 min read·21 words

Tech Group Says Seamless, Widespread Connectivity more Important than Speed for 6G

The Open Technology Institute suggested more industry coordination on indoor/outdoor handoffs, and more mobile-satellite service spectrum.

Feb 3·4 min read·629 words

Virginia Joins Growing State Effort to Restrict Sale of Location Data

A Virginia privacy bill aims to close a gap in the state’s consumer data protection law.

Feb 3·2 min read·278 words

Williston, Florida’s $4.6 Million City-Owned Fiber Network To Go Live Soon

The network will serve all 3,433 residents with gigabit speeds at $49.99-$75/month.

Feb 3·5 min read·944 words

Elon Musk Joins SpaceX and xAI Businesses Into a Single Company, Pre-IPO

Musk's rocket venture announced on Monday that it had bought xAI in an effort to help the world’s richest man dominate rockets and AI.

Feb 2·3 min read·419 words

Bill Restructuring KentuckyWired Leadership Advances Amid Uncertainty

The middle-mile network program would be overseen by the Kentucky Commonwealth Office of Technology.

Feb 2·2 min read·382 words

AT&T Completes Acquisition of Lumen’s Consumer Fiber Business in $5.75B Deal

Acquisition lands AT&T with an additional 1 million fiber subscribers and 4 million fiber locations in 8 states

Feb 2·2 min read·384 words

Can FCC Regulation Keep Up With Space Race 2.0?

As satellite filings surge, the FCC is proposing a new framework to speed space licensing

Feb 2·3 min read·516 words

Amazon Wants More Time to Hit LEO Launch Milestone

Company said repeated launch delays, necessary prototype ‘reengineering’ slowed deployment

Feb 2·3 min read·549 words

Vienna, Maine, Looks to Grow Fledgling Muni Network

Vienna, Maine's municipal fiber network signed up 240 households immediately but must reach 270 subscribers for viability while competing against incumbent ISPs' promotional offers.

Feb 2·3 min read·570 words

SpaceX Seeks FCC Approval For One Million Satellites in Space

The European Space Agency says that 16,910 satellites currently orbit Earth, making this a 5,813% increase over current satellites.

Feb 2·3 min read·518 words

FCC Open, For Now, Amid Partial Government Shutdown

The agency would furlough 80 percent of its employees in the event of an extended lapse.

Feb 2·4 min read·645 words

WISPA Warns Against Arizona Bill Targeting Chinese Technology

The introduced bill could potentially harm Arizona’s small ISPs and rural communities, the trade group argued.

Jan 31·2 min read·396 words

Taiwan's Economy Grows 8.6% in 2025, Fastest Rate in 15 years, Turbocharged by AI Boom

Taiwan’s exports jumped nearly 35% last year. Companies like chip-maker TSMC and Foxconn, a manufacturer of iPhones, have logged record profits and revenues.

Jan 31·3 min read·406 words

Charter Broadband Losses Less Than Expected

Earnings call highlighted potential growth through Cox merger and plans to launch a new Wi-Fi product in Q1 of 2026

Jan 30·3 min read·540 words

Verizon Subscriber Metrics Beat Expectations

The company increased its fiber expansion targets.

Jan 30·4 min read·668 words

Judge Rules Massachusetts Offshore Wind Project Halted by Trump Administration Can Continue

Developers and states sued seeking to block the administration’s order.

Jan 30·5 min read·930 words

Battle to Bypass Wireless Permitting Continues

New CTIA study reveals efficient wireless development without environmental and historic preservation requirements.

Jan 29·2 min read·361 words

Wikipedia Inks AI Deals with Microsoft, Meta and Perplexity on 25th Birthday

Wikipedia plans to use AI to assist editors and improve search experiences, while addressing criticism of bias and competition from rivals like Grokipedia.

Jan 29·6 min read·1092 words

FCC Opens 6 GHz Band to Higher-Power, Outdoor Devices

The order responds to emerging technologies like virtual reality and AI wearables.

Jan 29·3 min read·485 words

State Audit Flags Gaps in Washington’s Digital Equity Strategy

Washington lacks a comprehensive statewide digital equity plan and clear leadership, the state auditor’s office found.

Jan 29·2 min read·350 words

NTIA Listening Session on Non-Deployment Set for Feb. 11

The agency will take input to inform its 'future planning and policy development' around uses for the funds.

Jan 29·2 min read·380 words

Dish Defaults on American Tower Payments

Dish is arguing it is exempt from contracts after its parent company EchoStar reached deals to sell much of its spectrum.

Jan 29·3 min read·504 words

Madison, Wis. Joins Growing List of Cities Pausing Data Center Development

The city has enacted a one-year moratorium on new large data center construction.

Jan 29·3 min read·401 words

CBRS Could Be Key to Scaling Fixed Wireless Broadband

Panelists said the mid-band spectrum enables lower-cost broadband in areas where fiber is difficult to deploy.

Jan 29·4 min read·652 words

Comcast Down 181,000 Broadband Subs, in Line with Expectations

The cable operator updated its mobile contract with Verizon.

Jan 29·3 min read·546 words

Next-Generation Wireless Access in Dense Urban Markets

From company's HQ, Tarana Wireless CEO Basil Alwan cited higher network capacity even under heavy interference

Jan 29·2 min read·285 words

Service Providers and California Officials Warn BEAD Builds Won’t Solve Affordability

Providers cited payment instability and post-construction costs, while officials urged an Affordability Connectivity Program replacement.

Jan 29·4 min read·614 words

Internet Caucus-Affiliated Org Previews Tech Policy in Congress

A panel of policy experts said there could be movement on areas of bipartisan consensus

Jan 29·3 min read·565 words

European Commission Opens Proceedings for Google to Comply with Digital Markets Act

U.S. tech firms warn uneven implementation across member states complicates compliance.

Jan 28·4 min read·621 words

Lawmakers Urge Faster Tech Investment as U.S. Competes With China

U.S. lawmakers warned that delays in regulation, infrastructure, and research funding weaken American leadership.

Jan 28·3 min read·409 words

Senators Eye More Oversight with FirstNet Authority Reauthorization

House lawmakers also circulated draft legislation that would give NTIA more power over FirstNet authority.

Jan 28·4 min read·779 words

Maryland’s Single View Platform Enhances Broadband Development

Officials say platform supports visibility of statewide broadband assets.

Jan 28·3 min read·555 words

New York Housing Authority Connects Residents with Free Internet

Through policies and pilot programs, NYC's Department of Housing Preservation and Development delivers free internet to residents in affordable housing.

Jan 28·4 min read·752 words

They Came Not to Bury, But to Praise the Telecom Act of 1996

The biggest failure, according to panelists? The continued digital divide

Jan 28·4 min read·756 words

AT&T: On Track for 8 Million Fiber Locations This Year, 60 Million in 2030

Company adds 221,000 fixed wireless, 283,000 fiber subs in Q4 2025

Jan 28·4 min read·789 words

Trump Signs Law Allocating $51M for NTIA, Requires BEAD Funds Briefing in 30 Days

Lawmakers included language directing NTIA to brief Congress within 30 days on its plans for spending all remaining BEAD funds.

Jan 28·2 min read·329 words

FCC Weighs Comments in Latest Broadcast Ownership Review

The current review may be more consequential than past cycles.

Jan 28·6 min read·1018 words

FCC to Vote on Lifeline Reform Next Month

FCC chair says only Americans ‘living and here legally’ should qualify for Lifeline benefits.

Jan 27·3 min read·463 words

State Attorneys General to FCC: Don’t Preempt AI Laws

The agency asked whether to consider AI laws as part of a broader preemption effort.

Jan 27·3 min read·533 words

TikTok Settles as Social Media Giants Face Landmark Trial Over Youth Addiction Claims

Additional details of the settlement with TikTok were not disclosed.

Jan 27·6 min read·1100 words

New Mexico Senate Bill Would Fund $10M Broadband Subsidy

The bill would replace the expired federal ACP with a state version for low-income households.

Jan 27·2 min read·369 words

SpaceX Doesn’t Want BEAD Payments Tied to Subscriber Milestones

That’s how most states would prefer to disburse the company’s grant awards.

Jan 27·3 min read·597 words

Broadband Breakfast Announces Agenda for March 18 BEAD Implementation 2026

Early Bird Rate of $245 available until March 1, 2026!

Jan 27·1 min read·20 words

TruConnect Proposes Lifeline Benefits Raise to $30

In a meeting with the FCC, a variety of Lifeline reforms were recommended.

Jan 27·2 min read·306 words

Mississippi Bears Brunt of Cellular Outages from Winter Storm

Winter Storm Fern knocked out 10% of the Magnolia State’s cellular capacity; minimal outages across 10 other states were reported to the FCC

Jan 27·2 min read·266 words

Welch Calls Broadband Essential for Rural Opportunity at Vermont Statehouse

The senator met with state and local leaders in Montpelier to discuss federal priorities aimed at strengthening rural communities.

Jan 26·2 min read·261 words

FCC Seeking More Cyber Trust Mark Administrators

The agency is also looking for a new lead administrator after the previously selected testing company stepped down.

Jan 26·3 min read·429 words

EU Opens Investigation into Musk's AI Chatbot Grok over Sexual Deepfakes

An X spokeswoman said the platform remains committed to safety and has zero tolerance for child sexual exploitation and non-consensual nudity.

Jan 26·4 min read·655 words

Carriers and Satellite Companies at Odds on Millimeter Wave Spectrum

Satellite operators want easier access, which mobile providers fear would upend licenses they purchased.

Jan 26·4 min read·641 words

Vanderbilt Report Argues for 'Dig Once' Policies to Reduce Fiber Instillation Costs

Requiring states to lay conduit during road construction would save 70-90% of fiber installation costs, says report

Jan 26·4 min read·602 words

Comcast Agrees to $117.5 Million Settlement Over 2023 Data Breach

The proposed settlement provides cash payments and identity protection services to 31 million customers affected by the cyberattack.

Jan 26·2 min read·268 words

Broadband Breakfast on February 11, 2026 - Greenland and Telecom Geopolitics

This special episode will explore the indispensable strategic elements involving telecommunications, network security and critical infrastructure networks.

Jan 26·1 min read·28 words

France's Macron Pushes to Fast-Track Ban on Social Media for Children Under 15

Macron made the announcement in a video released Saturday. He emphasized that children's emotions and minds should not be manipulated by social media platforms.

Jan 25·3 min read·447 words

What to Know About the Deal to Keep TikTok From Being Banned in the U.S.

A terms of service change says TikTok is able to use that content to operate or improve the platform, subject to settings.

Jan 24·7 min read·1206 words

Warnock Calls for Release of Nearly $1B in Georgia BEAD Funding

The letter demands that the Trump Administration release the already appropriated funds.

Jan 24·2 min read·245 words

Tower Companies Continue Push for Conditions on EchoStar Spectrum Deals

Executives urged FCC Chairman Brendan Carr to ensure Dish’s obligations would be paid.

Jan 23·3 min read·558 words

House Committee Approves Appalachian Satellite Broadband Bill

The legislation directs GAO to study the use of satellite broadband for economic development in Appalachia.

Jan 23·2 min read·273 words

Array Says Whistleblowers Shouldn’t Be Able to Sue Under False Claims Act

Three Supreme Court justices have said there are 'substantial questions' on the issue.

Jan 23·4 min read·715 words

Senate Bill to Offset Data Centers' Impact on Energy Costs Introduced

The bill would require data centers to pay for local transmission upgrades and offset their grid impact through new power resources.

Jan 23·2 min read·372 words

Trump Administration Scraps Solar Projects in Puerto Rico as Grid Crumbles

The Energy Department said that a push under Puerto Rico’s former governor for a 100% renewable future threatened the reliability of its energy system.

Jan 23·4 min read·717 words

WISPA: Charter Not Renewing Wholesale Contracts

The group said some rural providers would have few other options for middle mile service.

Jan 23·2 min read·392 words

Wyoming Business Council Faces Possible Dismantling

With the state’s broadband office housed under the council, broadband expansion and deployment may face new oversight.

Jan 23·3 min read·507 words

TikTok Finalizes Deal to Form New American Version of the App

Donald Trump said he hopes 'that long into the future I will be remembered by those who use and love TikTok.'

Jan 23·4 min read·665 words

Your Guide to the Most Important Broadband Conferences of 2026

Broadband Breakfast has assembled a list of the most important broadband conferences of 2026.

Jan 22·1 min read·24 words

Nokia Secures Altafiber Contract to Expand Fiber Networks in Ohio and Hawaii

Nokia will deploy 25G PON and advanced optical technologies to support Altafiber’s multi-gig broadband expansion across the Midwest and Hawaii.

Jan 22·2 min read·313 words

NARUC Releases Series to Spur Recruitment for Public Service Careers

The series follows the day to day of several Public Utilities Commission workers in Ohio.

Jan 22·2 min read·253 words

Former FirstNet Authority Board Chairs Don’t Want Changes with Reauthorization

Disagreement on FirstNet’s future is brewing ahead of a Senate hearing next week.

Jan 22·4 min read·676 words

Willmar City Council Votes to Invest $7.6 Million in Municipal Broadband

The Minnesota city approved a construction bid to begin phase one of a city-owned, open-access broadband network.

Jan 22·2 min read·258 words

Satellite Permitting Bill Gains Support

The U.S. Chamber of Commerce joins a growing group of supporters, an attempt to pass similar legislation failed in the House in 2023.

Jan 22·2 min read·279 words

Bezos’s Blue Origin Planning Satellite Broadband Service for Enterprise Customers

The company is planning to begin deployment in late 2027.

Jan 22·3 min read·527 words

California Launches Privacy Tool Aimed at Blocking Sale of Personal Data

Platform allows Californians to send a single request to hundreds of data brokers to delete and stop selling personal information.

Jan 22·2 min read·318 words

Texas to Expand Internet Access and Flood Monitoring With $29M Grant

This investment will support rural communities in Central Texas.

Jan 22·2 min read·300 words

3 Public Safety Communications Measures Clear House Committee With Bipartisanship

All 10 bills passed out of the markup, but measures addressing permitting reform only passed on party-line votes.

Jan 22·4 min read·722 words

Broadband Breakfast on February 4, 2026 - Live From INCOMPAS Policy Summit

Industry experts discuss how to overcome permitting bottlenecks that are stalling critical broadband infrastructure projects and keeping communities offline.

Jan 21·1 min read·31 words

Law Enforcement Groups Want More Competition for FirstNet Authority Dollars

Both groups are suing the FCC to prevent FirstNet, operated by AT&T, from accessing more spectrum.

Jan 21·4 min read·777 words

State Broadband Officers Still Face Delays in BEAD Approval, Implementation

Approvals by the National Institute of Standards and Technology are delaying deployment, officers said, although most don’t expect long permitting delays

Jan 21·5 min read·976 words

Upper C-band Incumbent SES: Don’t Auction More Than 160 Megahertz

The Federal Communications Commission had proposed selling off as much as 180 megahertz in the band.

Jan 21·6 min read·1124 words

GAO: FCC’s E-Rate Has Adequate Anti-Fraud Measures

The program fared the best in GAO’s review of five government subsidies.

Jan 20·3 min read·464 words

California Expands Broadband Access with $21 Million in Last Mile Funding

Four grants will benefit nearly 64,000 residents, businesses and institutions

Jan 20·2 min read·312 words

Senate Bill Would Reauthorize USDA Middle-Mile Broadband Program

House companion bill introduced in August remains in committee

Jan 20·2 min read·355 words

Verizon Says Major Outage Caused by ‘Software Issue’

The company also closed its acquisition of Frontier Tuesday.

Jan 20·3 min read·476 words

EU Plans to Phase Out High Risk Telecom Suppliers, Targeting China

With 3 years to phase out 'high risk suppliers,' the EU move is seen as emulating the U.S.'s 'Rip and Replace' program.

Jan 20·3 min read·402 words

Ted Hearn: An Appreciation of Rocco Commisso

Rocco's personal history was compelling and heroic for its rags-to-riches, only-in-America quality and charm

Jan 20·1 min read·21 words

Accessibility, Consumer Groups Warn Against Scaling Back Broadband Transparency Labels

AARP cautioned the FCC against relying on ISPs’ characterizations of consumer behavior

Jan 20·4 min read·669 words

RFK Jr. ‘Very Concerned’ About Cellphone Radiation, Launches Safety Study

Analyst Blair Levin said the inquiry was unlikely to spur new wireless regulations.

Jan 20·5 min read·829 words

UK Considers Australia-Style Teen Social Media Ban

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer says ’no option off the table’ regarding following Australia social media ban.

Jan 20·2 min read·278 words

Fiber Broadband Report Notes Significant Progress on Fiber Deployment, Increased Costs

More than 60% of U.S. households now are serviceable by fiber. But 92% of respondents said costs have risen since 2024

Jan 20·3 min read·480 words

Inequality and Unease in Davos: Donald Trump, Nvidia Set to Attend

Trump, who has unsettled markets and allies alike with his America First agenda, is set to swoop in and dominate talk at the gathering of globalists.

Jan 19·7 min read·1219 words

White House and Governors Pressure Grid Operator to Boost Power, Slow Electricity Hikes

The White House and the governors are trying to pressure the operator of the mid-Atlantic power grid to get tech companies to bid on contracts to build new power plants.

Jan 17·6 min read·1069 words

Shared Infrastructure Provider Boldyn Partners With SEA-TAC

The project by Boldyn Networks, will bring 5G connectivity to more than 1 million square feet across the Seattle airport.

Jan 16·2 min read·241 words

Consumers’ Research Still Says Portions of Universal Service Fund Unconstitutional

The group argued that two provisions of the Telecom Act cannot stand because otherwise they would give the FCC ‘virtually unbounded authority’

Jan 16·4 min read·717 words

Gigabit Competition Could Save Californians $1B Per Year, Says CPUC

Locations with more gigabit providers tend to have lower promotional prices, report finds.

Jan 16·3 min read·495 words

NARUC to Change Leadership Across Board of Directors

NARUC encourages the public to observe Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day as a 'Day of Utility Service' and participate in community service projects.

Jan 16·2 min read·349 words

Colorado, Wyoming Clear NIST Approval on BEAD Plans

June policy changes pushed deployment back by 18 months in Colorado, the state's broadband director said.

Jan 16·4 min read·746 words

Privacy Challenges Are Looming Behind AI Regulation, Say FBCA Panelists

Hosted by the Federal Communications Bar Association, the event featured lawmakers and aides from Connecticut, Massachusetts and Colorado

Jan 16·4 min read·617 words

Sens. Cruz and Welch Introduce Satellite Streamlining Act

Measure would require FCC satellite license decisions within one year.

Jan 16·2 min read·238 words

Oklahoma Broadband Office Celebrates First Completed Broadband Expansion Projects

State office brings first of many Rescue Plan Act-funded broadband projects online.

Jan 16·2 min read·322 words

Pew: Technology Divides Persist Amid Increased Reliance on Smartphones

As smartphone use increases, broadband subscriptions have decreased, the survey found.

Jan 16·2 min read·238 words

Senate Commerce Committee United in Support of Limiting Kids’ Screen Time

Still, the E-Rate program got caught in partisan crossfire, as some senators said the program led to unsupervised connectivity in schools.

Jan 16·4 min read·752 words

Energy Leaders Say Permitting Reform Key to Powering AI, Data Centers, and Broadband

Panelists raised concerns about lagging U.S. energy infrastructure amid growing AI demand.

Jan 16·3 min read·410 words

California Public Utilities Commission Approves Verizon-Frontier Merger

The deal is now expected to close on Jan. 20, and diversity policies issue resolved.

Jan 15·4 min read·738 words

Senators Push App Disclosure Rules Tied to Foreign Adversaries

App ID Act would require websites and apps to disclose foreign ownership or data storage.

Jan 15·2 min read·265 words

Louisiana’s GUMBO Program Delivers Fiber to Rural Allen Parish

Nearly 3,000 households gain high-speed internet through GUMBO 1.0

Jan 15·3 min read·401 words

House Subcommittee Advances Bills on Next Generation 911, FirstNet Oversight

The six public safety communications bills were advanced on a bipartisan basis.

Jan 15·4 min read·643 words

Workforce Shortages Threaten BEAD Deployments: Broadband Breakfast Panelists

Workforce development experts warn that critical shortages could significantly slow the nationwide deployment of broadband.

Jan 15·4 min read·611 words

Sales of a Powerful Nvidia AI Chip to China Gets the Greenlight, With Conditions

China won’t be allowed to use the chips for military purposes and is not allowed to import more than 50% of the chips sold to U.S. customers.

Jan 15·3 min read·406 words

Federated Wireless Supporting Indoor Shared Spectrum Antenna Systems

Using the Citizens Broadband Radio Service band, the system is designed to connect large venues without taking up capacity on mobile carrier networks.

Jan 15·3 min read·488 words

Partnership Targets Low-Latency AI at Internet Exchange Points

Platform offers a capital-efficient and scalable alternative to centralized AI data centers.

Jan 15·2 min read·321 words

Broadband Breakfast on April 8, 2026 - Pole Attachments and Rights-of-Way

How can policymakers expedite pole attachments for BEAD deployments while addressing utility concerns about costs, safety, and liability?

Jan 15·1 min read·29 words

Maine Report Highlights Progress Despite Federal Funding Uncertainty

Despite the administration’s withholding funding under the Digital Equity Act in 2025, the report notes progress on last mile deployment.

Jan 15·2 min read·399 words

Carr Grilled on Broadcasting, Also Testifies on Spectrum and Universal Service

The three-hour hearing was largely focused on broadcast regulation and accusations the agency was pressuring media companies critical of the White House.

Jan 14·6 min read·1174 words

New York Opens $36 Million for Open Access, Municipal Broadband

Applications from interested providers will be accepted through April 30.

Jan 14·2 min read·284 words

Lawmakers Warn Digital Trade Rules Will Shape U.S. AI Leadership

Lawmakers targeted foreign digital services taxes, data localization mandates, and weakened patent enforcement

Jan 14·3 min read·428 words

Educational Broadband Groups Urge Senate Panel to Prioritize EdTech

The coalition’s letter advocates for technology use in schools to improve future job prospects and educational advancement.

Jan 14·4 min read·609 words

DOJ Launches Task Force to Challenge State AI Regulations

The task force will target state AI policies deemed 'inconsistent' with federal priorities.

Jan 14·2 min read·367 words

Dozens of Orgs Say No to FCC’s Fast-Tracking Wireless Infrastructure

The FCC may be constrained in how it can consider health-based objections.

Jan 14·3 min read·572 words

Portland Joins Other Cities in Opposing FCC's Inquiry into Speeding Wireline

City aligns with other national and regional local government groups.

Jan 13·1 min read·21 words

Appropriators Would Give FCC $416 Million Budget for FY2026

That’s in line with the agency’s request and up from its $390 million FY2025 budget.

Jan 13·1 min read·24 words

New Mexico Completes First ConnectNM Pilot Project

The project aims to improve fiber access for communities in rural Chaves County.

Jan 13·1 min read·20 words

Sertex to Expand Fiber Across Southeastern Vermont

The project will serve five Vermont towns with fiber-to-the-home by mid-2026. 

Jan 13·1 min read·18 words

T-Mobile Leads in Opensignal’s 2026 U.S. Mobile Network Report

The report analyzes mobile user experience data collected between Sept. 1 and Nov. 29, 2025.

Jan 13·1 min read·24 words

Microsoft's Brad Smith Pushes Big Tech to 'Pay Our Way' for AI Data Centers

Amid rising opposition, Microsoft is trying to win over communities concerned about AI data centers.

Jan 13·1 min read·29 words

AT&T Approved to Discontinue Service at More Than 30% of Copper Footprint This Year

The company wants to decommission much of its copper by the end of 2029.

Jan 13·1 min read·28 words

Dish Defaulted on $3.5 Billion, Crown Castle Says

Dish has argued it is exempt from contracts after its parent company EchoStar reached deals to sell much of its spectrum.

Jan 13·1 min read·29 words

GCI Fiber Line Break Repaired After Alaskan Blizzard

An undersea fiber break was repaired in Alaska, pointing to concerns over GCI outages and subsea connectivity.

Jan 12·1 min read·25 words

Maryland’s Attorney Grievance Commission Rejects Bar Complaint Against Carr

The Maryland Bar can reject claims without first hand accounts, despite FCC Chairman Brendan Carr’s public comments.

Jan 12·1 min read·26 words

USTelecom's Spalter Urges Copper Retirement and More Fiber for Rural Areas

CEO Jonathan Spalter urged less red time and linked broadband expansion to the 250th anniversary of America.

Jan 12·1 min read·28 words

FCC Grants Verizon’s Request for Unlocking Waiver

The company had been required to unlock phones after 60 days.

Jan 12·1 min read·18 words

Charter Expands Broadband Access in Rural North Carolina

Spectrum services will be available to 20,110 rural homes and businesses in North Carolina.

Jan 12·1 min read·22 words

Apple Turns to Google to Smarten Up Siri and Bring AI to iPhone

The deal that allowing Apple to tap into Google’s AI technology was disclosed Monday in a joint statement from the Silicon Valley powerhouses.

Jan 12·1 min read·36 words

Supreme Court Won’t Revive Fraud Suit Against Array

The whistleblowers still have a separate, similar suit ongoing against the UScellular successor.

Jan 12·1 min read·21 words

Kansas Awards $6.7M in Broadband Grants

The state’s broadband acceleration grant program awarded funds to five ISPs in Kansas to boost access for rural communities.

Jan 12·1 min read·25 words

Wi-Fi Proponents Like UK Proposal to Share Upper 6 GHz

The plan would allow more unlicensed use than Europe’s telecom regulator.

Jan 12·1 min read·21 words

Reporter's Notebook: CES2026 Showed AI's Shift Toward Always-On Infrastructure

From industrial equipment to autonomous vehicles and wearables, companies showed how AI is being embedded into everyday systems.

Jan 12·1 min read·27 words

VR Headsets Are 'Hope Machines' Inside California Prisons, Offering Respite and Practical Experience

Prisoners are now taking regular trips to far-flung, exotic locales such as Thailand. No passport required, just a virtual reality headset.

Jan 10·1 min read·34 words

FCC Approves 7,500 More Starlink Gen2 Satellites

The agency said the move would improve SpaceX’s satellite broadband service.

Jan 10·1 min read·18 words

Supreme Court to Review FCC’s Ability to Issue Fines

Mobile carriers want justices to find the agency’s process unconstitutional.

Jan 9·1 min read·19 words

From Climbing Vacuums to Cyber Pets: Some Highlights of CES 2026

CES 2026 showcased futuristic tech, from paper-thin screens to AI-driven gadgets.

Jan 9·1 min read·22 words

Verizon: Proposed Deployment Requirements for Frontier Deal Too Expensive

A proposed approval would require the company to deploy to all locations served by 88 rural wire centers.

Jan 9·1 min read·27 words

Big Tech Data Centers: Meta's Massive Nuclear Power Deals, $20B by xAI in Mississippi

Meta's Prometheus AI data center is being built in New Albany, Ohio, and will be a 1-gigawatt cluster spanning spanning multiple buildings.

Jan 9·1 min read·36 words

CTIA Wireless Foundation Launches Catalyst 2026 Grants Program

Competitive grants will award more than $200,000 to wireless innovators

Jan 9·1 min read·18 words

Dose of Uncertainty: Experts Wary of AI Health Gadgets at CES

Health and tech experts warn about gadgets' effectiveness and urge consumers to know where their data is going.

Jan 9·1 min read·29 words

CES2026: On AI and Energy, It's Nevada vs. Alaska

Two American frontier governors highlight energy, business climates and federal land control as a strategic advantage.

Jan 9·1 min read·25 words

'Worst in Show' CES Products Include AI Refrigerators, AI Companions and AI Doorbells

Artificial intelligence took center stage at this year's CES gadget show, but not always for the right reasons.

Jan 9·1 min read·31 words

CES2026: Quantum Computing Leaders Map Next Phase in AI Age

Discussion follows two months after Department of Energy's $625 million investment in federal quantum centers

Jan 9·1 min read·25 words

CostQuest Describes How It Handles Unexpected Hurdles

The company creating the nation’s broadband location database confronts recurring data challenges.

Jan 9·1 min read·19 words

Louisiana Signs Seven BEAD Grant Agreements

Approved grants cover nearly 40,000 of the state’s 127,000 BEAD locations.

Jan 8·1 min read·17 words

Dish to Colo. Judge: Don’t Uphold American Tower Contract

Two tower companies have sued to prevent Dish from exiting lease agreements after major spectrum sales by its parent company.

Jan 8·1 min read·29 words

CES2026: Carr Outlines FCC Spectrum, AI, and Broadcast Priorities

In a fireside chat, Chairman Brendan Carr cited progress on C-band, 6 GHz, and a national framework for artificial intelligence.

Jan 8·1 min read·29 words

Satellite Operators Opposed to SpaceX’s Planned Direct-to-Cell Constellation

They fear interference from a 15,000-satellite system SpaceX wants approval to launch.

Jan 8·1 min read·20 words

North Carolina Launches $86M Effort to Fill Broadband Gaps Left by Earlier Grants

Stop-Gap program will fund broadband line-extension projects that can be finished by 2026

Jan 8·1 min read·26 words

AI May Be a Sticking Point for Hollywood, But Entertainment Leaders Voice New Optimism

Among the entertainment options on display at CES2026: AI-powered smart headphones and other innovations to enhance at-home viewing.

Jan 8·1 min read·32 words

At CES, Automakers Push Software-Defined Vehicles and Autonomous Vehicles

Ford sets 2028 target for Level 3 ‘eyes-off’ driving

Jan 8·1 min read·18 words

CES2026: White House Science Office Outlines Strategy to Win AI Race

Infrastructure, says OSTP Director Michael Kratsios, is now the primary constraint on AI growth.

Jan 8·1 min read·25 words

The Coolest Technology from Day 2 of CES2026

Crowds flooded freshly opened showroom floors on Day 2 of CES, met by thousands of robots.

Jan 8·1 min read·24 words

Roth at CES: 42 States and Territories Approved for BEAD, Including Nevada

NTIA Administrator cited cost savings, preparations for WRC-27 and future wireless networks.

Jan 7·1 min read·24 words

New Mexico Unveils Plan to Expand Affordable Broadband

State proposes launching broadband subsidy program by 2027

Jan 7·1 min read·16 words

FCC to Consider New Higher-Power, Outdoor Devices at 6 GigaHertz

Wi-Fi supporters were pleased with the announcement.

Jan 7·1 min read·17 words

FCC Looking for New Cyber Trust Mark Administrator

The previously selected testing company stepped down after an FCC probe into its ties to China.

Jan 7·1 min read·24 words

New Senate Bill Would Halt Federal Funding for Trump’s AI Executive Order

Legislation filed as an amendment to the upcoming Senate appropriations package.

Jan 7·1 min read·23 words

NTIA Chief of Staff: 37 States Cleared to Build Under BEAD, Signals More

The shift followed a December executive order aligning broadband execution with federal artificial intelligence policy.

Jan 7·1 min read·28 words

People: New FCC Chief Economist, USTelecom Promotions

FCC Chairman Brendan Carr's new top economist is University of North Carolina economics professor Jonathan Williams.

Jan 7·1 min read·23 words

Officials and Executives Discuss Cyber Labels, Agentic AI, and Resilience

Officials pointed to NIST’s new AI cybersecurity profile, labeling programs and procurement standards as governments adopt oversight for autonomous systems.

Jan 7·1 min read·30 words

Bill to Eliminate Maine’s Broadband Authority Struck-and-Replaced by Committee

Maine Connect Authority president criticized what he called ‘surprisingly outdated’ thinking behind the bill.

Jan 6·1 min read·23 words

CES26: EU, South Korea Frame Early Global Push for AI Regulation

Officials from Ireland, South Korea and Canada said at the Consumer Electronics Show that shared rules are becoming essential as AI scales across borders.

Jan 6·1 min read·35 words

Cable One to Combine Fiber JV with Point Broadband, Acquire Vyve

Separately, former Breezeline president Frank van der Post was named CEO of WOW! after private equity firms closed on the acquisition.

Jan 6·1 min read·32 words

Rural Carriers, Consumer Groups Want AT&T-Array Deal Reviewed

Groups argued cable wasn’t a meaningful competitive constraint in the wireless industry.

Jan 6·1 min read·20 words

The Coolest Technology from Day 1 of CES2026

CES is a huge opportunity annually for companies both large and small to parade products they plan to put on shelves this year.

Jan 6·1 min read·31 words

AMD Showcases Growing AI Hardware Arsenal at CES2026

Lisa Su says AMD chips power nonstop AI with OpenAI, Microsoft, and additional partnerships.

Jan 6·1 min read·22 words

NVIDIA Unveils New AI Systems as Computing Demand Surges

CEO Jensen Huang said its latest architecture integrates chips, networking and cooling to support next-generation AI workloads.

Jan 6·1 min read·26 words

Hyundai and Boston Dynamics Unveil Humanoid Robot Atlas at CES2026

The company says a product version is already in production and will be deployed by 2028 at Hyundai's facility in Georgia.

Jan 5·1 min read·31 words

Industries Opposed to FCC Prison Jamming Proposal

Trade groups, companies suggested small-scale trials before moving forward.

Jan 5·1 min read·16 words

RDOF Default Leaves Some Rural Areas Without BEAD Path

South Central Connect walks away from 13 census block groups.

Jan 5·1 min read·19 words

CES2026: Robots Edging Toward Real-World Deployment

Industry leaders said adoption, not flashy demos, were defining the next phase of physical artificial intelligence with scale and trust.

Jan 5·1 min read·26 words

House, Senate Appropriators Would Provide NTIA $50 Million for FY2026

Lawmakers would ask for a briefing on the agency's “plans and timeline for expending all remaining” BEAD funds.

Jan 5·1 min read·28 words

CES Unveiled Previewed AI, Industrial Tech Ahead of Las Vegas Show

Sunday preview event in Las Vegas event highlighted agentic AI, physical AI, and software-defined vehicles before CES opens on Tuesday.

Jan 5·1 min read·31 words

Big Tech's Expanding Plans for Data Centers are Running into Stiff Community Opposition

Communities across the United States are learning from each other’s battles as data center developers branch out in search of faster connections to power sources.

Jan 4·1 min read·38 words

State Broadband Bills of 2025: A Legislative Review

Across the U.S., lawmakers considered more than 600 broadband bills in 2025.

Jan 2·1 min read·20 words

WOW! Acquisition Closed

Digital Bridge and Crestview Partner took the cable operator private in a $1.5 billion deal.

Jan 2·1 min read·18 words

Jim Holanda Named Cable One CEO

He previously led Astound Broadband for 15 years.

Jan 2·1 min read·14 words

China’s Xi Hails Nation's Tech Progress and Renews Pledge to Take Taiwan

Xi's address praised the country’s advancements in military tech and space exploration, with images of humanoid robots performing kung fu to new hydropower projects.

Jan 2·1 min read·36 words

Wireless Industry Wants FCC to Cap Local Permitting Fees, Impose Shot Clocks

State and local governments are concerned about losing authority.

Dec 31·1 min read·21 words

Globalstar Opposed to Other Satellite Operators in 1.6 GHz

Iridium petitioned the FCC for access last week, and SpaceX has sought to enter the band.

Dec 31·1 min read·25 words

Libraries and Schools Urge FCC to Restore Off-Campus Wi-Fi Support

Backing petitions for reconsideration, advocates say E-Rate rollback threatens students’ connectivity.

Dec 30·1 min read·21 words

EchoStar, SpaceX to FCC: Don’t Weigh in on Vendor Contract Disputes

Infrastructure companies had asked the agency to require EchoStar to pay Dish’s bills.

Dec 30·1 min read·24 words

FCC Chairman Carr Highlights Agency Accomplishments in 2025

The agency moved aggressively, drawing legal challenges

Dec 30·1 min read·15 words

NTIA Highlights Maine, Hawaii LEO Deployments Ahead of BEAD

Maine has registered 500 participants for its Working Internet ASAP program.

Dec 30·1 min read·20 words

Industry Opposed to New Licensing for Subsea Cable Terminals

The FCC proposed a licensing regime, citing national security concerns.

Dec 30·1 min read·19 words

California Regulator Asks FCC to Reverse Course on Lifeline Revocation

State regulators warn 1.77 million Californians could face service disruptions

Dec 29·1 min read·20 words

Supreme Court Seen as Likely to Overturn Fourth Circuit’s Ruling in Cox v. Sony

But it’s not clear what new standard justices will lay out.

Dec 29·1 min read·25 words

FTC Vacates Consent Order Against AI Company Rytr

Agency says AI tools should not be judged on potential misuse

Dec 29·1 min read·19 words

Golden State Fiber Poised to Connect 31,000 Locations in Rural California

Counties secure $110 million in bond financing and $185 million in state grants to expand rural fiber access

Dec 29·1 min read·29 words

Rep. Andy Barr Introduces House Companion to Senate Non-Deployment Bill

Allows states to use BEAD funds on workforce, wholesale fiber, IXPs, and wireless infrastructure

Dec 29·1 min read·24 words

Bolivia Lifts Restrictions on Satellite Companies Like Starlink to Upgrade Internet

Bolivia’s centrist President Rodrigo Paz signed a decree that will allow global satellite internet companies Starlink or Kuiper to provide internet access across the Andean nation.

Dec 28·1 min read·37 words

EU Warns of Possible Actions After U.S. Bars 5 Europeans It Accused of Censorship

Secretary of State Marco Rubio called the five 'radical' activists, and they include Thierry Breton, the former EU commissioner responsible for supervising social media rules.

Dec 26·1 min read·39 words

Virtual Reality Opens Doors for Older People to Build Closer Connections in Real Life

Residents of senior living communities can return to their days of wanderlust and thrill-seeking with virtual reality headsets.

Dec 26·1 min read·32 words

Boys at Her School Shared AI-Generated, Nude Images of Her. After a Fight, She Was the One Expelled

The police took the opposite action, charging two of the boys who’d been accused of sharing explicit images.

Dec 24·1 min read·36 words

Verizon Concerned About Potential Deployment Requirements for Frontier Deal

A CPUC judge set an oral argument date of Jan. 12, 2026.

Dec 23·1 min read·21 words

NTCA Members Deliver Fiber to Rural Schools, Libraries, and Hospitals

Survey of NTCA members finds nearly nine in 10 schools, libraries, and hospitals are served by fiber.

Dec 23·1 min read·27 words

NTIA Recommends $6.5M in Tribal Broadband Awards

Tribal consultations in January will help shape updates to the broadband program, NTIA says.

Dec 23·1 min read·21 words

Broadband Industry Wants FCC to Mandate 60-day Shot Clock for Local Permits

Local governments oppose the idea.

Dec 23·1 min read·17 words

FCC Urged to Repeal Remaining Broadcast Ownership Rules

Broadcasters spar over whether the FCC should relax or retain its remaining media ownership limits

Dec 22·1 min read·23 words

AT&T Drops Ad Watchdog Suit

BBB National Program’s National Advertising Division agreed to reverse a decision against AT&T.

Dec 22·1 min read·18 words

FCC Sets 2026 Urban Rate Benchmarks for Broadband

FCC establishes $96 benchmark for broadband plans offered by USF recipients

Dec 22·1 min read·19 words

Why Are Wind, Solar and Nuclear Advocates So Optimistic in 2026?

Donald Trump's return brought stiff headwinds for clean energy.

Dec 22·1 min read·20 words

White House Wants Portions of 7 GHz Band for Licensed Use

New Street’s Blair Levin said the memo suggested CBRS was less likely to be auctioned.

Dec 22·1 min read·26 words

Trump Administration Pauses 5 Offshore Wind Projects on the East Coast

The leases are paused due to unspecified national security risks identified by the Pentagon.

Dec 22·1 min read·25 words

House Passes Bill Speeding Permitting Review for Energy and Infrastructure

The bill, known as the SPEED Act, would enact the most significant change in decades to the National Environmental Policy Act. It passed 221-196.

Dec 22·1 min read·34 words

States Deemphasize Local and Rural Focus After BEAD Restructuring, Report Finds

Kaptivate analysis finds some states’ references to rural America dropped 80 to 100 percent 

Dec 19·1 min read·25 words

Five More State BEAD Approvals

Idaho, Massachusetts, Minnesota, North Carolina, and Utah had their final proposals approved.

Dec 19·1 min read·17 words

Georgia Regulators Approve Huge Electric Generation Increase for Data Centers

The approval follows recent elections where two Democrats won seats on the commission. Those Democrats oppose the plan but don't take office until January.

Dec 19·1 min read·34 words

Universal Service Fund Working Group Looking for FCC Briefing

Lawmakers are considering how best to reform the fund.

Dec 19·1 min read·18 words

More Lawmakers Call for Terrestrial GPS Backup

Four Republicans warn FCC to proceed with caution as it explores GPS alternatives

Dec 19·1 min read·20 words

Broadband Industry Likes New Non-Deployment Bill

The SUCCESS for BEAD Act would allow more spending on infrastructure, but didn’t specify adoption or affordability efforts.

Dec 19·1 min read·24 words

Feds Allow Big Tech to Plug Data Centers Right Into Power Plants

Federal Energy Regulatory Commission's Thursday order could be a blueprint for Trump administration requests to ensure that data centers get power as quickly as possible.

Dec 18·1 min read·37 words

FCC Must Prioritize Public Interest in Future Spectrum Auctions, Senators Say

Sen. Schumer and colleagues push FCC to put consumer protections first in upcoming allocations

Dec 18·1 min read·25 words

Wicker, Capito Introduce Bill to Ensure Use of Non-Deployment Funds

The bill would allow states to spend the money on wholesale fiber, workforce development, and mobile wireless infrastructure, among other things.

Dec 18·1 min read·31 words

Trump Media to Merge with Nuclear Fusion Company that Wants to Power AI

Fusion technology has been seen as a long way off but tech companies view it as a promising way of powering their energy-hungry AI data centers.

Dec 18·1 min read·39 words

New BEAD Rules Subject to Congressional Review, GAO Finds

Congress should have received a report before the rules were issued, the watchdog said.

Dec 18·1 min read·23 words

Senators Press FCC Chair for First Time Since Kimmel Controversy

Senators confront Carr on broadcast influence, consolidation, and FCC independence

Dec 17·1 min read·20 words

Fiber Broadband Association Says 11.8 Million New Fiber Passings in 2025

In a separate study, Ookla found median fixed wireless speeds from the mobile carriers decreased in 2025.

Dec 17·1 min read·28 words

After Losing Restraining Order Fight, T-Mobile Expands Online Switching Tool

AT&T had asked a judge to block a beta version of the tool that asked prospective customers to log into their accounts with other carriers.

Dec 17·1 min read·35 words

Bipartisan Senators Want to Keep Non-Deployment Funds

Six GOP Senators signed on to a Tuesday letter to the NTIA.

Dec 17·1 min read·19 words

FCC Told to Deny or Condition EchoStar Waivers Tied to SpaceX Spectrum Transfer

Petitioners warn waivers may undermine terrestrial buildout requirements and strand spectrum

Dec 16·1 min read·24 words

California Public Utilities Judge Seeks Diversity Goals in Verizon Merger

An administrative judge at the CPUC recommended approval, but only with extra DEI requirements.

Dec 16·1 min read·24 words

House Lawmakers Push for Upgraded 911 Networks

Bills propose federal grants for next-gen 911, enhanced satellite alerts, and improved FCC reporting

Dec 16·1 min read·21 words

Universal Service Fund Contribution Factor Projected at 37.6% in 2026

Believe it or not, that 37.6 percent is down from the current 38.1 percent.

Dec 16·1 min read·24 words

America Loses Dish, a National Wireless Carrier, in 2025

Is the EchoStar saga a success story for spectrum entrepreneurship, or cautionary tale about consolidation in wireless?

Dec 16·1 min read·26 words

American Tower: Dish Not Forced to Sell Spectrum

The tower company is asking a judge to prevent Dish from exiting its lease after major spectrum sales.

Dec 15·1 min read·26 words

FCC Chairman Faces Scrutiny Ahead of Wednesday Senate Oversight Hearing

Groups call on senators to probe Brendan Carr’s use of public interest and news distortion policies

Dec 15·1 min read·26 words

Militant Groups Are Experimenting With AI, Risks Expected to Grow

Washington has responded with calls to investigate how militant groups are using AI and encourage tech companies to share more about how products are potentially being misused.

Dec 15·1 min read·37 words

CTIA, Chamber of Commerce Want FCC Forfeiture Process Struck Down

The Supreme Court will deliberate Jan. 9 on whether to weigh in on the issue.

Dec 15·1 min read·25 words

FCC’s Order Raising Inmate Call Rates Faces Federal Court Appeals

Prison advocacy group asks Third Circuit to overturn rate changes

Dec 15·1 min read·20 words

2025 Was a Year of More BEAD Turmoil

Based on tentative results, about 65% of BEAD locations are in line for fiber. Another 22% will get satellite, and 10% will get fixed wireless.

Dec 15·1 min read·33 words

Humanoid Robots Take Center Stage at Silicon Valley Summit, But Skepticism Remains

The commercial boom in AI has sparked interest in humanoid robots. Around 50 companies are investing heavily in humanoid development.

Dec 14·1 min read·32 words

South Africa Eases Affirmative Action Regulations on Starlink that Musk Said Were Racist

The change affects all foreign-owned satellite internet providers that operate in South Africa.

Dec 13·1 min read·26 words

FCC Expedites Comcast Pole Attachment Dispute Against Appalachian Power

Comcast says ​​utility’s policy could delay construction to roughly 13,000 Virginia locations.

Dec 12·1 min read·21 words

Broadband Affordability Falters in 2025

In spite of the political salience of 'affordability,' federal rollbacks, industry pressure, and stalled state efforts took a toll on low-income Americans' broadband.

Dec 12·1 min read·28 words

Uncertain Reactions to the Executive Order on AI and BEAD Non-Deployment Funds

Experts said tying the funding to favorable state AI laws could raise legal issues, but states weren’t certain to litigate.

Dec 12·1 min read·32 words

White House Issues Order Pledging to Withhold BEAD Funds From States With 'Onerous' AI Laws

Order tones down language of leaked draft, but continues restriction on dispensing remaining BEAD funds to states with 'onerous' AI laws.

Dec 12·1 min read·36 words

What to Do With Remaining BEAD Funds, a.k.a 'Non-Deployment'?

As states complete their broadband spending plans, a fight is brewing over the remaining $21 billion.

Dec 11·1 min read·25 words

NextNav to Test 5G GPS Backup in San Jose

The test is planned to run through Dec. 1, 2027.

Dec 11·1 min read·19 words

WISPs Continue Push for FCC to Preserve CBRS

Dozens of wireless ISPs have written to the agency on the issue this month.

Dec 11·1 min read·22 words

Time Magazine Names 'Architects of AI' as its Person of the Year for 2025

AI was a leading contender for the top slot, according to prediction markets, along with tech CEOs Jensen Huang of Nvidia and Sam Altman of OpenAI.

Dec 11·1 min read·40 words

Rep. Fulcher Presses FCC to Move Faster on GPS Backup

New filings deepen debate over terrestrial GPS alternatives.

Dec 10·1 min read·18 words

Should BEAD Non-Deployment Funds Be Linked to AI? How Should Funds Be Spent?

Experts disagreed on conditioning broadband funding on state AI regulations, balancing digital economy goals against legal constraints.

Dec 10·1 min read·30 words

Public Knowledge, NDIA Aiming to Platform Local Advocates

The groups' Connectivity Policy Corps will have a first cohort of 18 advocates from 14 states.

Dec 10·1 min read·24 words

Federal Judge Throws Out Trump Order Blocking Wind Energy Project

The White House says offshore wind projects were given unfair, preferential treatment during the Biden administration.

Dec 10·1 min read·26 words

T-Mobile and AT&T Go Back and Forth in Court Over Customers

T-Mobile says switching tool not illegal, as AT&T alleges. They’re also fighting about an advertising dispute

Dec 10·1 min read·27 words

Trusty: U.S. Must Keep Up With International Telecom Trends

Nations like Brazil and India were moving quickly to modernize telecom rules, Trusty said

Dec 10·1 min read·23 words

Google Facing a New Antitrust Probe in Europe Over Content it Uses for AI

The investigation is under the EU's competition regulations, not the newer Digital Markets Act.

Dec 10·1 min read·28 words

So Far, Approved BEAD Plans Largely in Line with Public Drafts

NTIA has approved 29 state plans; see updated BEAD charts with Breakfast Club Membership

Dec 10·1 min read·25 words

Trump’s AI Executive Order Triggers Concern

Lawmakers object to plan that could let White House sue states over AI laws

Dec 10·1 min read·20 words

Where to Find 800 Megahertz of Spectrum For Auction?

Citizens Broadband Radio Service hasn’t got an explicit defense from the Trump administration, but the FCC hasn’t said it intends to alter it.

Dec 10·1 min read·32 words

164 State Lawmakers Urge Release of Billions in Obligated BEAD Funds

Withholding more than $20 billion in funds defies Congress’s mandate, lawmakers warn.

Dec 9·1 min read·23 words

Entner: Amazon’s Steep LEO Deployment Gap Needs a Waiver to Succeed

Amazon must scale from 180 satellites to above 1,600 by mid-2026, as Starlink exceeds 8,000 in orbit.

Dec 9·1 min read·28 words

Data Centers Dramatically Drive Up Energy Needs

AI exposed the limits of the U.S. grid, and nuclear power became Washington’s answer.

Dec 9·1 min read·21 words

AT&T Wants Supreme Court to Find FCC Forfeiture Process Invalid

Verizon and the FCC have also asked justices to resolve a circuit split on the issue.

Dec 9·1 min read·26 words

Bid Aims to Expand L-Band Into Direct-to-Device Connectivity

The plan repurposes more than 40 megahertz for low-Earth orbit broadband.

Dec 9·1 min read·19 words

Brookings Panelists: AI Stack Already Showing Signs of Market Concentration

Former FCC Chair Tom Wheeler warned that two-thirds of AI compute is controlled by three companies.

Dec 9·1 min read·26 words

T-Mobile Leaning on Fixed Wireless for Broadband Ambitions

AT&T CEO John Stankey said the company was still all-in on fiber.

Dec 9·1 min read·20 words

Trump Approves Sale of More Advanced Nvidia Computer Chips Used in AI to China

Trump said Monday on his social media site that he had informed China’s leader Xi Jinping and 'President Xi responded positively!'

Dec 9·1 min read·35 words

Rural Wireless Association Flags Telecom Oligopoly Risk in AT&T Spectrum Win

The association criticized the bureau for clearing major consolidation efforts without a commission-level vote.

Dec 8·1 min read·25 words

Cable CEOs: Broadband Market Still Tough, But Optimistic About Convergence

The Comcast and Charter executives spoke at separate sessions at the UBS Global Media and Communications Conference Monday

Dec 8·1 min read·28 words

The Future of Independent Agencies Like FTC at Risk Before Supreme Court

The case centered on whether President Trump could fire Democratic Federal Trade Commissioner Rebecca Slaughter at will.

Dec 8·1 min read·29 words

A Full Court Press for Permitting Reform in 2025

Federal agencies and lawmakers made progress in broadband and energy permitting rules in 2025.

Dec 8·1 min read·23 words

Lawmakers Unveil Defense Bill Without Spectrum Veto Language, AI Moratorium

President Donald Trump said he would sign an executive order on AI this week.

Dec 8·1 min read·24 words

Georgia Power Says It Needs a Huge Increase in Power Capacity to Meet Data Center Demand

State's largest utility wants to spend more than $15 billion to increase electricity capacity by 50% over six years to serve data centers.

Dec 8·1 min read·39 words

Charter, Cox Defend Merger to FCC

The companies argued they don't compete with each other and have been buffeted by subscriber losses.

Dec 5·1 min read·22 words

Health and Human Services Aims to Expand Adoption of AI

Experts said the bold plan was worth celebrating but warned that the government's embrace of AI tools shouldn't come at the expense of safety.

Dec 5·1 min read·34 words

AT&T, EchoStar Fire Back at Spectrum Deal Opponents

EchoStar’s Charlie Ergen reiterated the company's ‘force majeure’ argument to FCC Chairman Brendan Carr.

Dec 5·1 min read·22 words

Tech Firms Press EU Commission to Back Digital Omnibus Bill

CCIA Europe said tech rules are strained by political infighting, inconsistent implementation, and national gold-plating.

Dec 5·1 min read·25 words

With Denunciation of Digital Grants as ‘Woke Handout,’ $2.5 Billion in Funding Scrapped

As of Dec. 5, the government had not yet filed its response.

Dec 5·1 min read·25 words

Defense Tech Executives: Capital Markets Now Powering Military Innovation

Federal acquisition lags private-sector advances, creating deployment gaps across key defense technologies.

Dec 4·1 min read·21 words

WOW! Shareholders Greenlight 1.5 Billion Dollar Take-Private Acquisition

Deal hands WOW! to investment firms DigitalBridge and Crestview amid rising fiber competition.

Dec 4·1 min read·21 words

Cable Unlikely to Grow Subscribers This Decade: New Street

On the FWA front, MoffettNathanson estimates the service accounts for more than half the traffic on Verizon, T-Mobile networks.

Dec 4·1 min read·28 words

Huang Says U.S. Risks Trailing China in AI Without Energy Reforms

NVIDIA's CEO warned China now generates twice the U.S. electricity, builds data centers in months, and claims 70% of global AI patents.

Dec 4·1 min read·33 words

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang Visits Republicans as Debate Over AI Chips Race with China Rages

The Trump administration in May reversed restrictions that had prevented Nvidia and other chipmakers from exporting their chips.

Dec 4·1 min read·33 words

Scalise: No AI Moratorium in National Defense Authorization Act

President Donald Trump is still eager to preempt state AI laws.

Dec 4·1 min read·20 words

Universal Service Fund Survived, Faces New Legal and Political Challenges

A follow-on legal case about the USF resumed on Wednesday, Dec. 3, in the Fifth Circuit.

Dec 4·1 min read·26 words

Satellite Broadband Emerges as Major Player in Federal BEAD Program

Satellite providers are securing 22 percent of federal broadband funding by offering immediate connectivity where fiber deployment could take years.

Dec 4·1 min read·30 words

With Anti-DEI Commitments in Hand, FCC Approves AT&T-UScellular Spectrum Sale

AT&T bought 3.45 GHz and 700 MHz licenses for about $1 billion.

Dec 3·1 min read·22 words

AI Testing Nonprofit Flags Reliability Gaps Amid Push for National Standards

Former Meta executive said foreign actors may shape training data to influence model outputs.

Dec 3·1 min read·25 words

FCC Rejects Wireless Providers Bid for Extra Lifeline Payments

Commission ends four year dispute over when a pandemic waiver ended.

Dec 3·1 min read·20 words

House Commerce Committee Clears Broadband Permitting Bills

The bills would set shot clocks on state and local permitting agencies and make it easier for ISPs to cross railroads.

Dec 3·5 min read·868 words

California Rep. Calls for Guardrails as Preemption Fight Shapes AI Talks

Ted Lieu, D-Calif., said state rules not ideal, but unavoidable until Congress sets baseline protections.

Dec 3·3 min read·489 words

California Announces Grant Winners With BEAD Final Proposal

The state would spend most of its $1.86 billion allocation, and about 44 percent of its 339,000 eligible locations would get fiber.

Dec 3·1 min read·30 words

NextNav Urges FCC to Advance Rulemaking on 5G-Based GPS Backup

Public safety leaders split over NextNav’s bid for a 5G based GPS backup

Dec 3·1 min read·23 words

Three Branches of Government – or One?

White House action reshaped federal tech and telecom regulation in 2025

Dec 3·1 min read·18 words

How Quintillion is Justifying Some of the Most Expensive Tentative BEAD Projects

The Commerce Department is looking to drive down spending under the program.

Dec 2·1 min read·24 words

NTIA to Review Federal Spending on Broadband, Tech for Education

The agency is holding an online listening session on the issue Dec. 10.

Dec 2·1 min read·23 words

NTIA Approves 9 BEAD Plans, Promises Early 2026 Guidance on Non-Deployment Funds

NTIA Administrator Arielle Roth said the agency was ‘operating under the assumption’ states could retain and use non-deployment dollars.

Dec 2·1 min read·31 words

Who Will Dominate AI: The U.S., China, Both or Neither?

A ‘Sputnick moment’ for AI. A new cold war – the race to superintelligence – is on.

Dec 2·1 min read·27 words

United Nations Says AI's Impact Could Worsen Gaps Between World's Rich and Poor

The authors of the report are urging that countries adopt a 'people first' approach in adopting AI.

Dec 2·1 min read·30 words

Midwest-Based Fiber Builder Passed Three Million Locations Nationwide

New ownership structure accelerated deployment across 19 states.

Dec 1·1 min read·16 words

Why Cyber Monday Could Break Spending Records Despite Economic Uncertainty

Experts expect consumers to drive record Cyber Monday spending this year, despite wider economic uncertainty.

Dec 1·1 min read·25 words

Report Reviews Satellite Broadband Role in Federal Expansion Programs

A Congressional Research Service report warns cost and capacity limits may restrict rural deployment options

Dec 1·3 min read·464 words

Supreme Court Grapples With ISP Copyright Dispute

'We are being put to two extremes here... How do we announce a rule that deals with those two extremes?'

Dec 1·1 min read·27 words

On Pole Attachments, Industry Groups Battle Over Cost Caps and Utility Control

Comcast cited 13,000 Virginia locations facing delayed deployments from pole disputes.

Dec 1·1 min read·23 words

Supreme Court Won't Immediately Let Trump Fire Copyright Office Head

Perlmutter's case concerns an office within the Library of Congress. She is the register of copyrights and also advises Congress.

Dec 1·1 min read·30 words

12 Days of Broadband: Brendan Carr, Deregulator or Speech Police?

The Federal Communications Commission's 39% problem

Dec 1·1 min read·16 words

AI-Assisted Shopping is the Talk of the Holiday Shopping Season

Major retail chains and tech companies are offering new or updated artificial intelligence tools in time for the holiday shopping season.

Nov 30·1 min read·31 words

Australia Will Enforce a Social Media Ban for Children Under 16 Despite a Court Challenge

A Sydney-based digital rights advocate on Wednesday filed a constitutional challenge against the law, which takes effect on Dec. 10.

Nov 28·1 min read·35 words

European Space Agency Boosts Budget to Catch Up in Space Race

ESA hopes for a European astronaut to join NASA's Artemis program for a lunar mission. It also signed a letter for a new Arctic Space Center.

Nov 28·1 min read·37 words

ISPs Increase Speeds With Next-Gen Wireless Equipment

Enhanced radio platforms delivered 2.5x faster speeds service without new fiber construction.

Nov 26·1 min read·19 words

Study Says Grid Can Handle AI Power Surge

Researchers say flexible compute schedules and modest grid upgrades ease immediate pressure.

Nov 26·2 min read·272 words

Cities in California and Illinois Challenge FCC’s Preemptive Reforms

Local governments warned wildfire regions need stronger resiliency protections.

Nov 26·1 min read·18 words

Panel Weighs New Guardrails for AI Chatbots as Concerns Mount Over Child Safety

Experts debated AI chatbot risks to children, with advocates warning of manipulation techniques while skeptics urged perspective on technology fears.

Nov 26·1 min read·33 words

WISPA Says BEAD Contracts Risked Driving Providers Away

The Wireless Internet Service Providers Association said restrictive clauses could stall broadband construction timelines.

Nov 26·1 min read·22 words

AT&T to DOJ: EchoStar Spectrum Deal Won’t Harm Competition

T-Mobile, rural carriers want conditions ensuring rural deployment.

Nov 26·1 min read·17 words

X's New Feature Raises Questions About Foreign Origins of U.S. Political Accounts

Online sleuths and experts quickly found that many popular accounts are based outside the United States

Nov 25·1 min read·28 words

House Democrats Want Non-Deployment Funds Maintained

West Virginia Gov. Patrick Morrisey (R) suggested he would push for his state to access its full allocation.

Nov 25·1 min read·24 words

Demand Drivers and Capacity Questions at Regional Fiber Connect Workshop

The Fiber Broadband Association's Kansas City workshop brought together more than 320 attendees to discuss AI, streaming, and cloud applications.

Nov 25·8 min read·1457 words

OpenAI and Taiwan's Foxconn to Partner in Manufacturing AI Hardware in U.S.

The products that Foxconn will manufacture in its U.S. facilities include cabling and power systems.

Nov 25·1 min read·27 words

Trump Signs Order Launching 'Project Genesis' to Accelerate AI Science and Research

Initiative aims to accelerate discovery in biotechnology, manufacturing, and quantum science in renewed 'Manhattan Project' scale effort.

Nov 24·1 min read·29 words

Study Says Chattanooga Fiber Network Generated $5.3 Billion in Regional Economic Gains

The study found a $5.3 billion return on investment since 2010, driving job creation, education and tech growth.

Nov 24·1 min read·30 words

Crown Castle Suing Dish

It's the second major tower company to allege Dish is trying to improperly exit its contracts after major spectrum sales.

Nov 24·1 min read·24 words

Judges Press FCC, Challengers in FirstNet Spectrum Case

The agency is looking to make more spectrum available to AT&T-operated FirstNet.

Nov 24·1 min read·20 words

President Trump to Sign Executive Order on AI at 4 p.m.

BREAKING: White House action could have dramatic impact on the Broadband Equity, Access and Deployment program

Nov 24·1 min read·27 words

Military Families to Access Free Fiber After Network Launch

eCommunity’s new build delivers gigabit service across Fort Gordon.

Nov 24·1 min read·18 words

Maine Broadband Official to Leave Post Following BEAD Plan Approval

Allenby helped shape programs reaching thousands of unconnected Maine households.

Nov 22·1 min read·20 words

Panel Flags Regulatory Gaps as Cable Vulnerabilities Increase

Experts cite fragmented U.S. oversight amid growing physical and geopolitical threats.

Nov 22·1 min read·19 words

Senate Unveils RAIL Act Days After House Advances Its Own Version

The bill would set permitting deadlines for work in railroad rights-of-way.

Nov 21·1 min read·22 words

Texas Emerged as Top State for AI Infrastructure

Southern states accounted for 26 of the nation’s AI clusters.

Nov 21·1 min read·18 words

Gigapower Signs Second Tenant on its Open Access Network

Flume will be the first retailer beyond AT&T to operate on the joint venture’s network.

Nov 21·1 min read·24 words

USTelecom Presses FCC to Rein in Permitting Costs, Timelines

‘More green lights, less red tape,’ the group’s CEO said.

Nov 21·1 min read·19 words

West Virginia BEAD Plan Approved

The approved plan would spend $78 million less than the state's tentative awards.

Nov 21·1 min read·18 words

California Petitions FCC to Restore Funding for Off-Campus Wi-Fi

FCC’s September rollback of hotspot and school bus Wi-Fi support ‘abrupt and unfounded,’ CPUC says.

Nov 20·1 min read·24 words

FCC Revokes California’s Lifeline Verification Authority

New state privacy law blocks data collection necessary to prevent fraud and abuse, FCC said. 

Nov 20·1 min read·21 words

Texas BEAD Plan Approved

The approved spending plan differed little from the state’s preliminary awards.

Nov 20·1 min read·15 words

Democrat, Public Interest Groups Challenge Legality of White House AI Directive

Critics warn federal preemption efforts exceed agency authority and statutory limits.

Nov 20·4 min read·680 words

FCC Takes Step Toward Upper C-band Auction

In a change from the draft, the approved text asks about a Tribal licensing window.

Nov 20·1 min read·22 words

Google Unveils Its Next Generation AI with Gemini 3

Google aims to use version 3 of Gemini to turn its search engine into a 'thought partner'

Nov 20·1 min read·26 words

BEAD's Future and Digital Divide Solutions Discussed at Broadband Nation Expo

Broadband experts differed on BEAD's rollout, debating whether the program accelerated or obstructed rural connectivity efforts.

Nov 20·1 min read·27 words

Advocacy Groups Urge Parents to Avoid AI Toys This Holiday Season

AI chatbots can foster obsessive use, explicit conversations, and unsafe behaviors

Nov 20·1 min read·22 words

Draft Executive Order Would Tie Non-Deployment Funding to State AI Regulation

The draft would direct NTIA to withhold funds if states regulate AI companies too heavily.

Nov 20·1 min read·26 words

Previously Recommended Tribal Broadband Awards Rejected

Previously recommended applicants had been tentatively accepted, but funds were not officially earmarked, for Tribal projects

Nov 19·1 min read·22 words

T-Mobile Touts Fixed Wireless Performance Jump

T-Mobile’s chief broadband officer cites speed and latency gains, rising customer satisfaction 

Nov 19·1 min read·18 words

Verizon Prepared Largest Workforce Reductions as Competition Intensified

Move comes as new CEO prepares broad cost reductions across operations.

Nov 19·1 min read·19 words

Regional ISP Says Fiber Buildout Will Deliver Noticeable Gains by 2027

Brightspeed said it spent its first six months rebuilding inherited Lumen systems and pushing its footprint toward a fiber-first model.

Nov 19·1 min read·31 words

WISPs Dispute Speed Test Report

An Ookla speed test analysis found speeds were increasing at larger WISPs, but were mostly below federal benchmarks.

Nov 19·1 min read·23 words

Groups Petition FCC to Deny Charter-Cox Merger

Coalition warns $34.5B deal would create ‘unchecked gatekeeper power’ and labor harms

Nov 19·1 min read·19 words

Cantwell, Gomez Don’t Want FCC to Repeal Cybersecurity Rule

The agency will vote on repealing a January order that expanded cybersecurity obligations for telecom providers.

Nov 19·1 min read·25 words

Lawmakers Introduce Bill to Expand Universal Service Fund Coverage in Indian Country

Bill would amend the Communications Act to formally include Tribal communities in universal service.

Nov 19·1 min read·26 words

NTIA Cracks Down on BEAD Proposals Built on ‘Hypothetical’ Funding

The agency will issue new guidance on how states should evaluate 'speculative' or uncommitted funding sources in BEAD.

Nov 19·1 min read·28 words

Private Network Users, WISPs Form New Pro-CBRS Group

The American-Made 5G Coalition urged Carr and Roth not to disrupt the band.

Nov 18·1 min read·21 words

FCC Chair Offers Few Specifics on Universal Service Reforms

NTCA’s Bloomfield worries Carr’s push for USF ‘efficiency’ could hurt rural providers

Nov 18·1 min read·21 words

House Communications Subcommittee Advances GOP Broadband Permitting Package

The bills would set shot clocks on state and local permitting agencies and make it easier for ISPs to cross railroads.

Nov 18·1 min read·29 words

Meta Prevails in Historic FTC Antitrust Case, Won't Have to Break Off WhatsApp, Instagram

Judge James Boasberg's decision follows two separate rulings that branded Google an illegal monopoly in both search and online advertising.

Nov 18·1 min read·34 words

Trump Commerce Department: 18 BEAD Proposals Approved by NTIA

BREAKING NEWS: One state, Louisiana, had access to its BEAD funds Tuesday, the agency said.

Nov 18·1 min read·24 words

Coalition Forum Spotlights Economic Potential of LEO Broadband

Lawmakers and advocates said emerging satellite networks are strengthening remote economies.

Nov 18·1 min read·19 words

Railroad Crossing Killing Rural Broadband Deployment, Says Virginia Telecom Official

Virginia Supreme Court ruled that private, for-profit providers may not use advantageous broadband law, that would constitute a takings

Nov 17·1 min read·29 words

Cities Oppose FCC Inquiry into Speeding Wireline Permitting

Broadband carriers, meanwhile, push the FCC for 60 to 90 day shot clocks, citing months long permitting delays.

Nov 17·1 min read·26 words

Dubai Hosts 2025 Wi-Fi World Congress on Global Spectrum Policy

The congress gathered global vendors and telecom regulators.

Nov 17·1 min read·18 words

Amazon Rebrands Project Kuipier Satellite Service to ‘Amazon Leo’

Amazon has 153 active satellites, plans to launch enterprise service in 2025, removes reference to 'affordable broadband'

Nov 17·1 min read·26 words

AT&T Touts EchoStar Spectrum Deployment

The carrier is leasing EchoStar's 3.45 GHz spectrum until it closes its acquisition of the licenses.

Nov 17·1 min read·21 words

WISP Speeds Rising, But So are Starlink’s, Ookla Says

The company predicted increased competition between the two for rural broadband subs.

Nov 17·1 min read·21 words

CTIA Wants Defense Bill Spectrum Language Cut

The group joins Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, Rep. Richard Hudson, R-N.C., and the White House.

Nov 17·1 min read·22 words

Future Data Centers are Driving Up Forecasts for Energy; States Want Proof They'll Be Built

Because of the impact that future plants pose to current ratepayers, state regulators want proof that proposed data centers will actually get built.

Nov 16·1 min read·38 words

State, Local Chambers Push FCC to Approve $34.5B Charter-Cox Merger

Supporters say the deal could expand broadband investment, onshore customer service jobs, and improve employee wages.

Nov 14·1 min read·26 words

SpaceX Looking to Use AWS-3 for Direct-to-Cell

The company said it would seek a waiver to use the terrestrial spectrum for satellite service.

Nov 14·1 min read·23 words

Verizon to Supreme Court: FCC Forfeiture Process Invalid

Verizon is asking Supreme Court to resolve a split, with the D.C. and the Second Circuits on one hand and the Fifth Circuit on the other.

Nov 14·1 min read·34 words

FCC's Wireless Siting Proposal Sparks Wave of Local Opposition

More than 200 individuals urged the FCC to abandon rules they say erode local rights and speed tower approvals.

Nov 14·1 min read·28 words

Chinese Astronauts Return from Space Station, Blame Delay on Space Debris Damage

The delay was caused by tiny cracks in their return capsule, likely from being hit by space debris.

Nov 14·1 min read·30 words

Google Offers Changes to Satisfy EU Ad-Tech Case, But Not Breakup

Google aims to resolve Europe's concerns, but said a break up would disrupt European publishers and advertisers.

Nov 14·1 min read·28 words

California BEAD Plan Delayed Again

The state said NTIA requested it hold off on publishing the document.

Nov 14·1 min read·17 words

Left–Right Coalition Files Petition to Strike 'News Distortion' Rule

Advocates said the policy created risks for newsroom independence and speech.

Nov 14·1 min read·20 words

Satellite Experts Like FCC Proposals to Increase Spectrum Access

The agency is considering upping power limits and opening spectrum for low-earth orbit satellite use.

Nov 13·1 min read·24 words

Beijing Accelerates Space-Based Internet Push With 13th Launch of 2025

Latest Long March mission advances China’s bid to rival Starlink and Kuiper.

Nov 13·1 min read·22 words

FCC Braces for Backlog After 6 Week Shutdown

The agency urged filers to limit submissions as it reopened Thursday.

Nov 13·1 min read·19 words

Think Tank Says New York Broadband Grants Mostly Target Served Areas

Researchers cite what they say is nearly 90% duplication

Nov 13·1 min read·20 words

Broadcasters Say FCC’s Upper C-Band Proposal Clears Too Much

Wireless carriers, in contrast, push the FCC to ‘maximize’ the amount of midband spectrum cleared for auction.

Nov 13·1 min read·26 words

Tribal Groups Urge FCC to Add Licensing Window in Upper C-Band Auction

Letter urges a special filing window to expand broadband on native lands.

Nov 13·1 min read·24 words

Former Officials: FTC ‘Substantially Diminished’ Under Current Leadership

The FTC’s ability to perform its law enforcement, regulatory and advocacy mission has significantly weakened, former officials said.

Nov 13·1 min read·26 words

Prison Technology Leaders Discuss Communication Costs, Connectivity During Broadband Breakfast Panel

The panel discussed balancing innovation with public safety, and whether inmates should bear security costs for phone calls and communication under new FCC rules.

Nov 12·1 min read·35 words

New Rules for Tribal Broadband Program Planned for Spring 2026, NTIA Says

The agency said no more awards would be made under current rules, and that previously announced awards would not be rescinded.

Nov 12·1 min read·33 words

Regional Fiber Broadband Association Deep Dive Into Tribal Broadband

Tribal leaders and industry experts gathered to address the unique permitting challenges and opportunities for fiber broadband in Arizona.

Nov 12·9 min read·1797 words

Former Officials: FCC’s Independence ‘Obliterated’ Under Carr

The FCC now serves political interests instead of the public, former agency officials said.

Nov 12·1 min read·21 words

NTIA, Industry Eyeing 4.4 GHz for Commercial Use

There are currently 15 federal agencies using the airwaves.

Nov 12·1 min read·17 words

Anthropic, Microsoft Announce New AI Data Center Projects as Construction Push Continues

Anthropic has announced a $50 billion investment, including new data centers in Texas and New York. Microsoft announced a new data center in Georgia.

Nov 12·1 min read·36 words

Consumers Are ‘Subsidizing the Cost of Data Centers’: Senate Dems

Lawmakers press Trump administration on link between Big Tech’s AI buildout and higher household energy bills.

Nov 12·1 min read·26 words

Digital Equity Advocates Call for Training, Not Just Subsidies, in Rural Broadband Push

Experts said broadband expansion must include digital skills and telehealth access.

Nov 12·1 min read·24 words

Watchdog Group Public Citizen Demands OpenAI Withdraw AI Video App Sora Over Deepfake Dangers

OpenAI has faced backlash from public figures and has made some changes, but critics say these responses are insufficient and reactive.

Nov 11·1 min read·35 words

Senate Commerce Schedules FCC Oversight Hearing

Session follows bipartisan concern over Chairman Brendan Carr’s perceived threats toward broadcast licensees.

Nov 11·1 min read·19 words

Senate Clears Agriculture Bill With $109 Million for Rural Broadband

USDA's ReConnect would see about $50 million for 2026, more than the Senate had previously put forward.

Nov 11·1 min read·27 words

Bridging the Technical Divide for America’s Veterans

Through device access and digital skills training, Tech for Troops equips veterans with tools to rebuild their lives after service.

Nov 11·1 min read·27 words

Verizon Pushes 2025 Approval of Frontier Deal, Defends DEI Commitments

The carrier is looking to sell corporate bonds to help fund the acquisition.

Nov 11·1 min read·23 words

Congress Tried Twice to Reduce Prison Phone Rates

The House’s first attempt spelled out detailed limits; the final law left those details to the FCC.

Nov 11·1 min read·25 words

Record Shutdown Leaves Communications Agencies Strained Despite Senate Action

The shutdown slowed down broadband rollout, telecom licensing, merger activity.

Nov 10·3 min read·593 words

Broadband So Important That Even Infringement Needn't Knock Pirates Offline, Cox Says

The Supreme Court will hear oral arguments in Cox v. Sony on Dec. 1.

Nov 10·1 min read·26 words

Democratic Wisconsin State Rep. Wants Non-Deployment Funding

Sen. Joni Ernst, R-Iowa, is circulating a bill that would claw back the money, more than $20 billion so far.

Nov 10·1 min read·27 words

First Responders Back FirstNet Reauthorization as 2027 Sunset Nears

Survey finds 93% of first responders support extending the First Responder Network Authority.

Nov 10·3 min read·483 words

Tucows Names New Ting CEO, Makes Progress on Sale

The company's broadband subscriber growth has been missing internal estimates.

Nov 10·1 min read·19 words

Ookla Introduces Device to Help Technicians Fix Wi-Fi Problems Fast

Ookla’s new Speedtest Pulse gives technicians a clearer picture of what’s slowing down your internet.

Nov 10·1 min read·25 words

Voters’ Anger at High Electricity Bills and Data Centers Looms Over 2026 Midterms

Communities with fast-rising electric bills or debates over who pays for Big Tech's energy needs are pivotal.

Nov 9·1 min read·30 words

OpenAI Faces 7 Lawsuits Claiming ChatGPT Drove People to Suicide, Delusions

The lawsuits filed Thursday in California state courts allege wrongful death, assisted suicide, involuntary manslaughter and negligence.

Nov 8·1 min read·28 words

FCC Pushes Satellite Modernization as Carr Warns of ‘Space Race 2.0’

Chairman Brendan Carr touted faster approvals and expanded spectrum access to sustain U.S. space leadership.

Nov 7·1 min read·26 words

Rio to Test Laser-Based Internet by Taara in City-Wide AI Plan

More than 20 light links will form a high-capacity urban backbone.

Nov 7·1 min read·22 words

Federal Permitting Staff Reduced, Says NTIA Permitting Chief Jill Springer

The agency has been working to reduce federal permitting burdens for BEAD participants.

Nov 7·1 min read·23 words

Oklahoma Broadband Office Reopens Federal Program to Finish ARPA Buildout

Applications now open for co-ops, utilities, and broadband operators.

Nov 7·1 min read·19 words

FCC Chief of Staff: Network Protection Core to America's National Security

Agency leader outlined measured to protect U.S. networks and innovation from foreign interference.

Nov 7·1 min read·24 words

Cantwell, Schatz Press NTIA on Nearly $1B in Undistributed Tribal Broadband Grants

$980 million in funds remain frozen; $294 million in announced awards still undistributed.

Nov 7·1 min read·25 words

Draft Bill Would Claw Back BEAD Non-Deployment Funds

The effort could include more than $20 billion of the program's $42.45 billion.

Nov 7·1 min read·21 words

Denmark to Ban Access to Social Media for Children Under 15

The measure is one of the most sweeping steps against teen and child social media use by a European government.

Nov 7·1 min read·31 words

With 8 Million Users Globally, Starlink Likely Seventh Largest Fixed U.S. ISP

Nearly 9,000 satellites now deliver broadband service worldwide

Nov 7·1 min read·20 words

Cable One Down 21,200 Broadband Subs

The company pointed to promotional roll offs and a billing system migration, plus stiff industry competition.

Nov 7·1 min read·22 words

Senate Passes Pair of Bills to Safeguard Broadband Supply Chains

Measures from Sens. Hickenlooper and Ernst aim to prevent equipment shortages and bolster domestic production

Nov 6·1 min read·25 words

EchoStar Selling More Spectrum to SpaceX

SpaceX is buying unpaired AWS-3 licenses for $2.6 billion in stock.

Nov 6·1 min read·17 words

Senators Introduce Bill Requiring Transparency on AI Job Losses

The legislation would create new reporting rules to track automation’s impact.

Nov 6·1 min read·20 words

USDA Nominee Glen Smith Vows Review of Rural Broadband Programs

During his nomination hearing, lawmakers pressed on coordinating USDA’s broadband programs and reviewing stalled energy projects.

Nov 6·1 min read·26 words

Altice Down 58,000 Broadband Subs, Rebrands as Optimum

CEO said on quarterly earnings call that competition from fixed wireless and fiber providers was fierce.

Nov 6·1 min read·24 words

Amazon Web Services to Build Transatlantic Cable Between Ireland and Maryland

New subsea route aims to strengthens cloud and AI network capacity

Nov 5·1 min read·22 words

Appeals Court Grants FCC Request to Pause USF Challenge

Fifth Circuit stay halts proceedings in Consumers’ Research v. FCC until government funding resumes

Nov 5·1 min read·23 words

Kansas Wraps Up Major Broadband Program, Eyes BEAD Construction in 2026

Kansas broadband development official outlines next steps as Kansas nears BEAD deployment.

Nov 5·2 min read·267 words

Virginia’s Next Governor an Advocate for Better Broadband

In the House, Spanberger acted to direct the federal government to ensure that broadband networks were built to meet modern upload and download standards.

Nov 5·1 min read·32 words

5G Fixed Wireless Gains Blueprint for Multi-Tenant Broadband

The industry group said the new design helps providers extend reliable internet to multi-dwelling units.

Nov 5·1 min read·23 words

Chinese-Made Buses Can be Halted Remotely: Norwegian Transport Operator

Buses made by Chinese manufacturer Yutong can be stopped or rendered inoperable remotely, Ruter AS finds.

Nov 5·1 min read·25 words

WOW! Down 4,900 Broadband Subs

Improvement in broadband industry net ads was largely driven by fixed wireless, analysts said.

Nov 5·1 min read·19 words

NTIA: BEAD Winners Can Continue to Receive Opex Subsidies for Existing Networks

Prohibition on operational subsidies 'applies only to BEAD-funded projects and does not affect existing subsidies in non-BEAD areas to which a provider is already entitled.'

Nov 5·1 min read·37 words

Stability AI Largely Wins UK Battle Against Getty Images Over Copyright and Trademark

The judge's decision, released Tuesday, shows Getty narrowly winning its trademark infringement argument but losing its copyright claim.

Nov 4·1 min read·31 words

N.C. Launches $50M Broadband Recovery Program for Counties Hit by Helene

Hurricane Helene destroyed 1,700 miles of fiber, cutting service to 200,000 North Carolinians.

Nov 4·1 min read·24 words

Advocacy Group Opposed to BEAD Restrictions on Opex

The Community Broadband Action Network said some members were nervous about accepting BEAD awards.

Nov 4·1 min read·22 words

NTIA to Make the 2028 Olympics a 6G Testbed

NTIA will ‘take the most ambitious, forward-leaning 6G concepts and show the world.’

Nov 4·1 min read·22 words

E-Rate False Claims Case Headed to Trial

The Supreme Court ruled in February the False Claims Act applied to the program, at least in part.

Nov 4·1 min read·25 words

OpenAI and Amazon Sign $38 Billion Deal for AI Computing Power

OpenAI signed a $38 billion deal with Amazon to access massive computing power through AWS, reducing its reliance on Microsoft.

Nov 4·1 min read·31 words

Arkansas Partners With Google to Launch Free Tech Training

Free online courses aim to build high-skill workforce

Nov 4·1 min read·17 words

Starlink Fallout Delays Ontario’s Universal Internet Target

Ontario delayed its broadband goal to 2028 amid U.S. trade tensions and construction setbacks.

Nov 4·1 min read·21 words

Illinois Repeals Nuclear Ban as Power Needs Grow

Citing grid reliability and cost control, Pritzker welcomed the bill to his desk as lawmakers pushed for long-term clean-energy investment.

Nov 3·1 min read·28 words

California Bill Tightens Scrap-Metal Rules, Raises Theft Penalties

Backed by cities, utilities, and broadband groups statewide

Nov 3·1 min read·16 words

Reintroduced Bill Would Update, Fund ReConnect Through 2030

The bill would provide $650 million annually, more than other lawmakers are currently considering.

Nov 3·1 min read·22 words

Pew: Bad Data a Barrier to Shoring up Broadband Workforce

The $42.45 billion BEAD program is expected to create a large jump in demand.

Nov 3·1 min read·24 words

Texas Finalizes $1.3B Privacy Settlement With Google

Google violated state law by collecting users’ location, browsing, and biometric data, Texas' attorney general said.

Nov 3·1 min read·23 words

Anchor Institution Say Mission Endures as Policy Climate Shifts

Coalition leaders outline long-term strategy for the future of digital equity and inclusion.

Nov 1·1 min read·22 words

Trump Expected to Name White House Economic Aide Ryan Baasch to FTC

A former Texas litigator, Baasch has taken on social media companies over content moderation.

Nov 1·1 min read·26 words

Bipartisan Senate Aides Expect to Unveil USF Modernization Framework by 2026

Reform effort seeks fair contributions to the Universal Service Fund from modern internet providers.

Oct 31·1 min read·25 words

Libraries Warn Federal Cuts Could Undo Digital Inclusion Gains

Officials say agency funding underpins broadband and workforce access.

Oct 31·1 min read·18 words

Advocates Warn Broadband Gains at Risk Without Sustainable Consumer Subsidy

Panel links ACP lapse to rising disconnections and affordability strain.

Oct 31·1 min read·20 words

Trusty Warns FCC Must ‘Walk Carefully’ on Broadcast Regulation

Citing the FCC’s obligations to maintain public interest in broadcasting, Trusty struck a tone similar to Chairman Brendan Carr.

Oct 31·1 min read·28 words

Frequency Forward Wants FCC Hearing on Musk's China Ties

The group said the agency shouldn't approve SpaceX's latest spectrum deal without such a hearing.

Oct 31·1 min read·24 words

Charter Loses 109,000 Broadband Subscribers

The cable giant said competition from fixed wireless and fiber isn’t letting up.

Oct 31·1 min read·18 words

Mistake-Filled Legal Briefs Show the Limits of Relying on AI Tools at Work

Judges around the world are seeing error-riddled legal briefs that were generated with the help of artificial intelligence.

Oct 31·1 min read·31 words

Panel Ties Broadband Affordability to Workforce and AI Readiness

New York’s internet policy illustrates state-driven affordability reform.

Oct 31·1 min read·17 words

State Broadband Leaders Frustrated by Federal Changes to BEAD Program

States like Kentucky are including less fiber (58%) than in earlier BEAD proposals (85%).

Oct 30·1 min read·24 words

Commissioner Gomez Calls for Stronger Efforts to Close the Digital Divide

FCC Commissioner Anna Gomez urged stronger action to ensure all communities have access to affordable broadband.

Oct 30·1 min read·27 words

Experts Urge Data Oversight ‘Down to Jitter and Latency’ in Broadband Reporting

Schools, states, and data firms push broadband map accuracy.

Oct 30·1 min read·21 words

AT&T Sues Advertising Watchdog, Says Recent Campaign Did Not Violate Rules

Last week, the National Advertising Division said AT&T improperly used negative findings against T-Mobile for promotional purposes.

Oct 30·1 min read·28 words

Spectrum Bill Raises Questions on Equity, Wi-Fi, and Rural Reach

Anchor institution panelists warned of broadband setbacks.

Oct 30·1 min read·17 words

Comcast Adds Record 414,000 Wireless Lines

New pricing helped improve broadband losses, but pushed average revenue per user down.

Oct 30·1 min read·19 words

Education Representatives Warn of Obstacles on Teaching and AI

Educators from across the U.S. are tackling the promise and pitfalls of AI in classrooms.

Oct 30·1 min read·24 words

China Says it Will Work with U.S. to Resolve Issues Related to TikTok

Trump and Xi Jinping met but did not finalize an expected deal on TikTok's ownership, leaving the app's fate in the U.S. uncertain.

Oct 30·1 min read·36 words

Experts Advocate for Action on Universal Service Fund Reform

'A legacy program that’s done great things for decades,' said one panelist.

Oct 30·1 min read·21 words

West Virginia Lawmaker Proposes Empowering State Broadband Offices on Poles

Broadband leaders nationwide face a shared challenge: Keeping utility pole disputes from slowing internet expansion.

Oct 30·1 min read·25 words

‘Jawboning’ Debate Resumes over Big Tech and Government Power

Both parties pointed at the other for coercing online platforms.

Oct 29·1 min read·19 words

European Tech Regulations Pose Threat to American Innovation, Warn Experts

EU tech regulations are hampering innovation and degrading consumer experiences, panelists said.

Oct 29·1 min read·22 words

FCC Plans November Vote on Upper C-band Proposal

The agency said it would seek comment on auctioning up to 180 megahertz.

Oct 29·1 min read·21 words

Roth: No State Net Neutrality, Affordability Laws for BEAD Participants

She said grantees would also have to forgo federal opex subsidies for BEAD builds.

Oct 29·1 min read·24 words

Amazon Cuts 14,000 Jobs as Spending on AI Accelerates

Amazon is cutting 14,000 corporate jobs to reduce costs while ramping up AI investments.

Oct 29·1 min read·23 words

Fiber is the Foundation for the Next Wave of Connectivity, Say Advocates

‘Fiber always wins,’ said market analyst Michael Render

Oct 29·1 min read·20 words

Verizon Fixed Wireless Adds Continue to Slow

New CEO Dan Schulman sought to dispel concerns of a potential price war in mobile.

Oct 29·1 min read·22 words

U.S. Government Helped U.S. Firms Sell Tech Used for Surveillance in China: AP

Tech companies have successfully lobbied against restrictions on selling advanced technology to China despite national security and human rights concerns.

Oct 29·1 min read·33 words

Shutdown Likely to Pare Back FCC’s November Meeting

Commissioners clash over whether to continue votes as most FCC staff remain furloughed.

Oct 29·1 min read·21 words

SIA, Bull Moose Project Clash over Alleged China Links in GPS Backup Debate

A security trade association is denying claims of Chinese ties in the GPS backup fight

Oct 28·1 min read·28 words

NCTA CEO: U.S. Must Strengthen Internet Infrastructure to Win Global AI Race

“If China takes the lead on any kind of internet infrastructure, it will soon take the lead on AI, too,” Gardner warned.

Oct 28·1 min read·34 words

Frontier Adds 133,000 Fiber Subs

The fiber operator's $20 billion acquisition by Verizon is awaiting final regulatory approval.

Oct 28·1 min read·18 words

FCC Adopts Higher Rate Caps for Prison Phone Service

The agency also proposed satellite licensing changes.

Oct 28·1 min read·16 words

FCC Moves to Scale Back Broadband Label Requirements

The commission also moved to delete nearly 400 'outdated' regulations from rulebooks.

Oct 28·1 min read·20 words

Elon Musk Warns He May Leave Tesla If $1 Trillion Pay Package Isn’t Approved

Musk said he won’t build Tesla’s 'robot army' without stronger voting control over the company.

Oct 28·1 min read·29 words

Ookla: Digital Divide Narrowed in 33 States

South Dakota ranked No. 1 in Starlink-delivered broadband speeds

Oct 28·1 min read·16 words

Verizon Partners with Tillman's Eaton Fiber to Reach New Markets

The move follows similar ventures by AT&T and T-Mobile.

Oct 27·1 min read·19 words

As Judges Admit AI Drafted Faulty Orders, Sen. Grassley Demands Oversight

Senator said the courts must prohibit machines from writing the law.

Oct 27·2 min read·337 words

California State Senator Eyes Pelosi’s House Seat

Scott Wiener brings AI and broadband policy credentials into high-stakes San Francisco race.

Oct 27·1 min read·20 words

West Virginia Becomes 12th State to Launch Digital IDs in Apple Wallet

Residents can now verify their identity using an iPhone or Apple Watch.

Oct 27·1 min read·24 words

Comcast, T-Mobile Among White House’s List of Ballroom Donors

The Trump adminstration is reportedly opposed to Comcast scooping up part of Wanrer Bros. Discovery.

Oct 27·1 min read·24 words

Former FCC Commissioner, Wireless Group Oppose Michigan Robocall Crackdown

State warned the bill could invite costly and overlapping litigation.

Oct 27·1 min read·19 words

FCC to Nearly Double Call Rates for Prison and Jail Inmates

Vote expected Tuesday could raise rates by 83 percent, advocates say.

Oct 27·1 min read·22 words

FCC Plans to Overhaul Rules Governing Upper Microwave Spectrum

A diverse coalition called for a light licensing approach to open idle frequencies.

Oct 24·1 min read·22 words

EchoStar, FCC in Talks to Resolve AWS-3 Auction Lawsuit

EchoStar fears it could be on the hook for shortfall payments if the re-auction doesn't fetch enough cash.

Oct 24·1 min read·27 words

Senate Passes Bill Calling Scrutinizing Ownership of FCC Licensees

The bill would require an annual list of license holders owned in part by the Chinese government, among others.

Oct 24·1 min read·28 words

EU Accuses Meta and TikTok of Breaching Transparency Rules

The European Union says Meta and TikTok have breached transparency obligations under the Digital Services Act.

Oct 24·1 min read·25 words

Advocates Urge FCC to Preserve Broadband Transparency Labels

Groups met with commissioners ahead of Oct. 28 vote.

Oct 24·1 min read·17 words

Telecom Regulators Embrace AI to Modernize Governance and Network Management

FCC and NTIA officials detail efforts to integrate AI across agency operations.

Oct 23·1 min read·22 words

Senate Commerce Free Speech Hearing Targets Government Pressure

Cruz’s upcoming hearing will feature executives from Google, Meta, and the Foundation for Individual Rights.

Oct 23·1 min read·23 words

Telecom Trade Executive to Exit NCTA

James Assey plans to advise the group after departure.

Oct 23·1 min read·15 words

Fischer Wants More Fiber for Nebraska from Trump’s Commerce Department

The Republican Senator did not comment on BEAD non-deployment funding.

Oct 23·1 min read·20 words

FCC to Advance New Rules on Satellites, Robocalls, and Prison Calling Rates

Commissioners will vote on nine proposals across key telecom sectors.

Oct 23·1 min read·22 words

Europe Outpaces U.S. in Fiber Deployment, Industry Leaders Say

Europe has outpaced the United States in fiber broadband deployment through innovative wholesale models and municipal partnerships

Oct 23·1 min read·26 words

Analyst: Amazon Web Services Outage Exposes Limits of Cloud Self-Regulation

Layton urged Big Tech to be held accountable and contribute to FCC programs.

Oct 23·1 min read·23 words

T-Mobile Adds 506,000 Fixed Wireless Subs

The company also added 54,000 fiber subscribers, in addition to 755,000 absorbed from Metronet.

Oct 23·1 min read·20 words

U.S. Broadband Spending Hit Record $90 Billion in 2024

Cumulative private investment topped $2.2 trillion

Oct 23·1 min read·15 words

Charter to Lay Off 1,200 Workers

Layoffs will affect about 1.3 percent of the company's workforce.

Oct 23·1 min read·16 words

Sen. Scott Urges FCC to Revoke Chinese Drone Approvals Citing National Security Risk

Sen. Scott sees potential to strengthen the U.S. economy through stricter actions against China

Oct 23·1 min read·27 words

Carriers, Airlines Say 180 Megahertz of Upper C-band Could be Auctioned Safely

Satellite video distribution services would need to be compressed or relocated.

Oct 22·1 min read·23 words

Quintillion Completes Arctic Cable Burial, Restores Connectivity After 9 Months

Alaska ISP says all services have been fully restored to affected communities.

Oct 22·1 min read·22 words

Chinese Manufacturer Says FCC Lacks Authority to Expand Import Bans

Dahua warns the FCC’s proposal could block imports of devices previously authorized for U.S. markets.

Oct 22·1 min read·25 words

Chambers Criticizes BEAD Delays, Calls for Clearer Broadband Standards

The BEAD program, Chambers argued, has done more to delay construction than to drive it.

Oct 22·2 min read·324 words

Prince Harry, Meghan Join Call for Ban on Development of AI 'Superintelligence'

Prince Harry and Meghan have joined a diverse group, including Steve Bannon and Glenn Beck, to call for a ban on AI "superintelligence" that threatens humanity.

Oct 22·1 min read·38 words

AT&T Adds 270,000 Fixed Wireless, 288,000 Fiber Subs

The company said it was already deploying EchoStar spectrum through a leasing arrangement.

Oct 22·1 min read·21 words

U.S. Pacific Territories Chart Path to Universal Broadband Coverage

Territories’ BEAD plans emphasize buried fiber, resiliency, and disaster readiness.

Oct 21·1 min read·19 words

Chinese Testing Labs Oppose FCC Decertification

The agency has been barring labs owned in part by the Chinese government from its equipment authorization program.

Oct 21·1 min read·24 words

AT&T, EchoStar: Spectrum Sale Won’t Harm Competition

AT&T wants the extra airwaves to boost its fixed wireless service.

Oct 21·1 min read·18 words

New Mexico Make Small Awards to Assist Broadband Planning

The Pueblo of Pojoaque plan to use its grant to improve service mapping.

Oct 21·1 min read·22 words

American AI in a Changing World: Experts Debate Sovereignty, Strategy and Global Stakes

The discussion focused on governments shifting from regulating AI to actively participating in its markets

Oct 21·1 min read·28 words

Nonprofit Urges Return of $22 Billion in BEAD Savings to Taxpayers

CAGW’s stance clashed with the views of Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry, a Republican.

Oct 21·1 min read·24 words

Senate Commerce Moves to Boost Foreign Investment in High-Tech Sectors

Committee also advances bill to counter cybersecurity risks in oil and gas pipelines.

Oct 21·1 min read·23 words

Federal Judge Halts White House Workforce Reductions

Federal courts to furlough most staff on twentieth day of government shutdown.

Oct 20·1 min read·19 words

Fixed Wireless Exempt from AT&T Price Hike

The company has about 1 million subscribers on its Internet Air service.

Oct 20·1 min read·19 words

Philanthropic Giants Unite on $500 Million Ethical AI Effort

Initiative targets democracy, labor, and digital fairness.

Oct 20·1 min read·16 words

Sony to Supreme Court: Cox Should Have Taken Repeat Infringers Offline

Oral arguments in the major copyright case were scheduled for Dec. 1.

Oct 20·1 min read·23 words

West Virginia Orders Utilities to Pay for Pole Replacements

Regulators warn delays could jeopardize federal broadband deployments.

Oct 20·1 min read·17 words

Supreme Court to Test Trump’s Power Over the ‘Fourth Branch’

Case could upend 90 years of agency independence.

Oct 20·1 min read·18 words

SpaceX’s Starshield Satellites Detected Transmitting on Unauthorized Bands

The discovery raised concerns about potential interference with scientific and commercial satellites

Oct 20·1 min read·20 words

Big Tech is Paying Millions to Train Teachers on AI, in a Push to Bring Chatbots into Classrooms

Tech giants are funding AI training for hundreds of thousands of teachers through partnerships with unions, raising questions about corporate influence in schools.

Oct 20·1 min read·41 words

OpenAI Announces that ChatGPT Will Allow 'Erotica for Verified Adults'

Sex is a big market for the AI industry. ChatGPT won't be the first to try to profit from it

Oct 19·1 min read·30 words

Washington D.C. Finalizes Plan for $100M in Federal Broadband Funding

District officials say ‘all’ remaining unserved locations will be connected through fixed wireless technology.

Oct 17·1 min read·24 words

Trump’s Gold 'T1 Phone' Nowhere to Be Found

The $499 'Made in America' device never shipped.

Oct 17·1 min read·16 words

Trusty: FCC ‘All In’ on U.S. Wireless Leadership

Commissioner bullish on Upper C-Band spectrum.

Oct 17·2 min read·356 words

Chamber Sues to Block $100,000 H-1B Visa Fee

The business lobby says rule exceeds Immigration and Nationality Act

Oct 17·1 min read·18 words

Spectrum Fight Flares in Defense Bill Negotiations

Opponents warn outcome could hinder U.S. spectrum auctions and innovation.

Oct 17·1 min read·17 words

Texas Faces Court Fight Over App-Store Rules for Minors

The tech group said age consent rules compel and restrict lawful speech.

Oct 17·1 min read·21 words

Anchor Institutions Face Funding Crisis as Digital Divide Widens, Panel Says

The Broadband Breakfast Live Online event comes two weeks before AnchorNets in Arlington, Va., on Oct. 29-31.

Oct 16·1 min read·28 words

NCTA Spotlights Broadband Recovery Efforts in Post-Disaster Film

Technicians described navigating dangerous terrain and personal loss while repairing damaged networks

Oct 16·1 min read·20 words

Fixed Wireless Providers Celebrate Policy Progress

At annual industry gathering, wireless industry leaders cite progress in Washington and state capitols.

Oct 16·1 min read·20 words

Federal Judge in California Temporarily Halts Trump’s Shutdown Firings

The ruling came from a union challenge to the administration’s authority over layoffs during the shutdown.

Oct 16·1 min read·25 words

FCC Boots Hong Kong Telecom, Citing China Ties

The action followed broader crackdowns on Chinese carriers and blacklisted Huawei and ZTE equipment.

Oct 16·1 min read·22 words

From Hawaii to Maine, States Look to Regulate as LEO Reliability Improves

Monitoring and third-party data can be critical for regulatory compliance.

Oct 16·1 min read·22 words

Debate Over 'Cable Pollution' Pits Indiana Officials Against Telecoms

The hearing exposed a growing divide between local frustration and industry resistance over abandoned broadband lines.

Oct 16·1 min read·25 words

Group Including Nvidia, BlackRock Buying Aligned Data Centers in $40 Billion Deal

The acquisition comes amid a flurry of recent deals involving top AI developers for electricity and infrastructure needed to support AI data centers.

Oct 16·1 min read·35 words

Maui Residents Sound Alarm Over Downed Cables

Hawaiian telecommunication companies are moving to repair downed lines locals fear could ignite a blaze.

Oct 15·1 min read·22 words

Verizon to California: Don't Add More Diversity Conditions to Merger

Verizon told the FCC it would roll back diversity initiatives to gain approval to acquire Frontier.

Oct 15·1 min read·26 words

Top White House Energy Official Details Plans to Accelerate Nuclear, Grid, and Permitting Reforms

Agen linked grid reliability and nuclear power to meeting current digital infrastructure demands.

Oct 15·3 min read·433 words

Mission Telecom to Maintain E-Rate Prices for Off-Campus Wi-Fi After FCC Withdraws Support

Nonprofit carrier offers to help offset lost federal subsidies for 1,280 schools and libraries.

Oct 15·1 min read·27 words

Analysis: Copper Theft’s True Toll Understated in Telecom Infrastructure Reports

More than 15,000 network attacks were logged, but major incidents went uncounted.

Oct 15·1 min read·22 words

States $20 Billion Under Budget for BEAD So Far

AAPB's Gigi Sohn said she's trying to convince more Republicans to advocate for states keeping that money.

Oct 15·1 min read·26 words

New York City Sues Social Media Companies for Triggering Mental Health Crisis

The lawsuit linked social media to deadly youth trends like 'subway surfing.'

Oct 15·1 min read·24 words

Instagram Says It's Limiting Teens to PG-13 Content

Meta announced that Instagram will restrict teenagers to PG-13 content by default, requiring parental permission to change settings.

Oct 15·1 min read·26 words

Shutdown Enters Third Week as More Than 4,000 Federal Workers Face Layoffs, Telehealth Services Disrupted

Healthcare groups warn that the lapse in federal funding is disrupting telehealth access for underserved patients

Oct 14·1 min read·31 words

Verizon in Los Angeles and Charter in North Carolina Hit by Network Vandalism

The outages underscored growing concerns about the physical security of broadband networks

Oct 14·1 min read·25 words

California Tenants Can Soon Opt Out of Bulk Billing Plans

California Gov. Gavin Newsom signed Assembly Bill 1414 into law Friday.

Oct 14·1 min read·21 words

Senate Republicans Target Big Three Carriers After FBI Obtains Lawmakers’ Phone Data

Blackburn and Hagerty press AT&T, Verizon, and T-Mobile over data release tied to Arctic Frost probe.

Oct 14·1 min read·28 words

FCC’s ‘Operation Clean Carts’ Targets Online Sales of Blacklisted Chinese Tech

E-commerce platforms remove ‘millions of listings’ tied to Huawei, Dahua, and other entities

Oct 14·1 min read·24 words

Texas BEAD Plan $2 billion Under Budget

The state would get fiber to about 51 percent of its BEAD locations, with 22 percent in line for satellite.

Oct 14·1 min read·27 words

Nobel Economics Prize Goes to 3 Researchers Explaining Innovation-Driven Growth

Aghion co-chaired the Artificial Intelligence Commission, which in 2024 submitted a report to French President Emmanuel Macron.

Oct 13·1 min read·27 words

Tesla Hit With Probe After Crashes Involving Self-Driving Feature Musk Boasted About

Federal regulators are investigating dozens of incidents in which the Teslas ran red lights or drove on the wrong side of the road.

Oct 11·1 min read·35 words

Hudson: FCC Should ‘Be Very Careful’ About Disrupting CBRS

Republican lawmakers in both chambers of Congress have called for protecting the band.

Oct 10·1 min read·22 words

Shutdown Stalls Tech and Telecom Oversight Across Washington

Litigation, merger reviews, and permitting all set to slow

Oct 10·1 min read·17 words

Senate Passes Defense Bill Without Changes to Spectrum Language

The head of the House Energy and Commerce Committee and the White House oppose the provision.

Oct 10·1 min read·25 words

Industry Experts Debate Need for Gigabit Internet Speeds as Deployment Accelerates

Industry experts debate whether gigabit internet deployment has outpaced actual consumer demand.

Oct 10·1 min read·23 words

Is There an AI Bubble? Financial Institutions Sound a Warning

The Bank of England and IMF warn AI-driven tech stocks have reached bubble levels, raising concerns about a market correction.

Oct 10·1 min read·30 words

Nokia Deepens AI Push to Prepare for 6G Transition

Nokia licenses technology from Hewlett Packard Enterprises to enhance mobile networks.

Oct 10·1 min read·20 words

Members of Congress Vow to Skip Pay During Shutdown

Lawmakers called it solidarity with federal workers, though the Constitution guarantees their salaries continue.

Oct 9·1 min read·23 words

Advocates Push to Rebuild a Permanent Federal Broadband Subsidy

Calls mount for a modernized Universal Service Fund to address broadband affordability

Oct 9·1 min read·21 words

GeoLinks Partners with Intracom Telecom to Advance Secure, High-Speed Fixed Wireless

The companies plan to showcase fiber-like, interference-free performance in Las Vegas

Oct 9·1 min read·22 words

Sen. Cruz Plans Bill to Combat Government-Driven Censorship

Cruz said recent bipartisan interest could give the bill new momentum

Oct 9·1 min read·19 words

Spectrum Licenses Create Property Rights: USTelecom

The group said the government should have to compensate license holders if it seizes their airwaves.

Oct 9·1 min read·22 words

Gov. Newsom Signs California Law Targeting Loud Streaming Ads

California becomes the first state to regulate ad volume on streaming platforms.

Oct 9·1 min read·21 words

FCC Proposes to Rollback Some Broadband Transparency Rules

Proposal would remove six consumer disclosure requirements

Oct 9·1 min read·15 words

Wyoming Joins In on America’s AI Infrastructure Boom

Related Digital’s Cheyenne campus will create 700 construction jobs and generate $250 million in tax revenue.

Oct 9·1 min read·24 words

FCC Asking Supreme Court to Overturn Fifth Circuit’s AT&T Fine Ruling

The agency said the decision would leave it unable to issue fines.

Oct 9·1 min read·23 words

Verizon Teams With AST SpaceMobile on Space-Based Cellular Service

Verizon has signed a deal with AST SpaceMobile to provide cellular service from space beginning next year.

Oct 9·1 min read·26 words

Senators Clash Over Big Tech ‘Jawboning’ and FCC Power

At hearing, both parties said they backed free speech–but differed on its biggest threat

Oct 9·1 min read·23 words

Legal Experts Warn FCC’s Brendan Carr Edging Toward ‘Coercion’

Panelists likened FCC chairman’s content interventions to 'jawboning'

Oct 8·1 min read·17 words

Bull Moose Project Warns U.S. Risks Falling Behind China Without 5G-Based GPS Backup

The report also urges the U.S. to adopt a 'layered' positioning system

Oct 8·1 min read·25 words

Sen. Cruz Says Wikipedia Has ‘Left-Wing Bias’

Cruz launched an inquiry into Wikipedia’s editorial neutrality

Oct 8·1 min read·15 words

Trump Administration Sued Over Canceled Digital Inclusion and Skills Grants

Termination of $2.75 billion Digital Equity Act programs ‘unconstitutional and unlawful,’ attorneys argue.

Oct 8·1 min read·23 words

GOP Lawmakers, Attorneys General Want More Expansive Congressional Review Act

The Sixth Circuit ruled in August the FCC could reinstate parts of previously nullified rules.

Oct 8·1 min read·25 words

Speed Tests Could Help Improve Broadband Oversight, Ookla Executive Says

Rural Starlink users often report higher speeds than customers in congested urban areas

Oct 8·1 min read·23 words

Verizon Acquiring Fixed Wireless Operator Starry

The companies declined to disclose the terms of the deal.

Oct 8·1 min read·16 words

Free Press Blasts 'The Free Press', With Founder Tapped to Lead CBS News

Appointment follows Paramount’s $16 million settlement with Trump, reportedly also including $20 million in future programming benefits.

Oct 8·1 min read·30 words

Trusty Urges Cooperation Between Lawmakers, Private Industry, and the Public

Trusty warned that rising attacks on communications infrastructure slow broadband expansion

Oct 7·1 min read·21 words

FCC Urges Court to Pause Prison Phone Case as Agency Changes Rules

Attorneys for the agency decline to defend prior ban on commissions to correctional facilities.

Oct 7·1 min read·26 words

WISPA to FCC: Don’t Sell General Access CBRS Spectrum

The group noted most CBRS devices are associated with at least one general access license.

Oct 7·1 min read·24 words

Levin: Chinese Investment in SpaceX Unlikely to Hold up Spectrum Deal

The FCC will have to clear the company's $17 billion spectrum purchase from EchoStar.

Oct 7·1 min read·25 words

Spectrum, Broadcom Showcase Nearly 10 Gbps WiFi Breakthrough

The demo highlighted WiFi’s potential on higher frequencies

Oct 7·1 min read·16 words

FCC to Examine Broadband Nutrition Labels at October Meeting

The agency will also take up satellite regulations, NextGen TV, and prison communication rates, among other things.

Oct 7·1 min read·26 words

Wire 3 Brings 100 Percent Fiber Internet to Port St. Lucie

The company says its fiber network delivers speeds up to 10 times faster than traditional cable

Oct 7·1 min read·27 words

Bezos Predicts ‘Gigawatt Data Centers in Space’ as the Next Big Leap

The Amazon CEO said space-based data centers could tap constant solar power

Oct 7·1 min read·24 words

Dale Hatfield, Wife Give $2.5 Million to Endow Chair at CU Boulder

The aim is to strengthen the rules and norms of the emerging space age

Oct 7·1 min read·26 words

Libraries and Schools Brace for FCC Cuts to Wi-Fi Programs

‘We don’t yet know the full extent of what this vote means for libraries and schools.’

Oct 6·1 min read·26 words

With Future Funding Blocked, Molaks Drop Legal Challenge to School Bus Wi-Fi

The FCC ended E-Rate funding for off-campus Wi-Fi last week.

Oct 6·1 min read·22 words

Supreme Court to Consider FTC Firing, Piracy Liability for ISPs in Upcoming Term

Circuit courts are split on whether the FCC can issue fines after SEC v. Jarkesy, but the Supreme Court hasn't yet been asked to weigh in.

Oct 6·1 min read·39 words

Starlink Could Open First Retail Store in Bakersfield, Calif.

First job listing for a Starlink store manager was posted online

Oct 6·1 min read·20 words

FCC to Revisit 2024 Inmate-Calling Rules

FCC chair says 2024 rate caps forced facilities to scale back phone access.

Oct 6·1 min read·19 words

Hochul Announces $15.5 Million to Expand Broadband and Mobile Access

Through ConnectALL, New York is ramping up investment in fiber, mobile service, and equitable connectivity statewide.

Oct 6·1 min read·26 words

Verizon Names Former PayPal Head Dan Schulman CEO

Hans Vestberg, who led the company since 2018, will stay on as an advisor for about a year.

Oct 6·1 min read·26 words

CBS Buys The Free Press Website, Installs Founder Bari Weiss as CBS News Editor-in-chief

Some at CBS News worry the move signals a shift toward coverage more friendly to President Donald Trump.

Oct 6·1 min read·32 words

Fears of Massive Battery Fires Spark Local Opposition to Energy Storage Projects

Despite assurances of safety from proponents, some places in New York are enacting moratoriums on these systems.

Oct 5·1 min read·29 words

Security Risks and Spectrum Battles in Space Expected at World Radiocommunication Conference

ITU's choice to hold the conference in Shanghai has raised some fears about security.

Oct 4·1 min read·26 words

EchoStar Secures Global Rights to 2 GHz Band

An executive from SpaceX, which is acquiring the rights, welcomed the news.

Oct 3·1 min read·20 words

Carr Agrees to Testify Before Senate Panel on His Apparent Threats to Kimmel Show

Democrats and Republicans want answers over FCC threats to TV licenses over Kimmel’s suspension.

Oct 3·1 min read·28 words

Cruz Blocks Bill to Extend Privacy Protections Nationwide

The bill would prevent data brokers from selling or trading personal information of anyone located in the U.S.

Oct 3·1 min read·26 words

Sudden Cuts Erode Public Trust, Digital Equity Advocates Say

Disrupted federal support has stalled state efforts in digital literacy, workforce, and affordability programs.

Oct 2·1 min read·23 words

NYC Extends Free Internet Program for Low Income

NYC’s Big Apple Connect, bringing high-speed internet to public housing, secured through 2028.

Oct 2·1 min read·21 words

TechExpo25 Brought Together 1,500 Companies and 45 Members of Congress

The event highlighted innovation, infrastructure, and government collaboration

Oct 2·1 min read·18 words

Report: Industry Pacts Save $22 Billion in Power Costs, Reduce Carbon Output

T-Mobile joins energy-efficiency agreement for home internet devices

Oct 2·1 min read·20 words

Uncertainty Grows as Government Shutdown Begins

What began as temporary furloughs could become lasting cuts that deepen the FCC’s workforce losses

Oct 2·1 min read·21 words

Joshua Edmonds Named to Leadership Role in Public Broadband Push

The CEO DigitalC joins a board representing over 400 community networks across 33 states.

Oct 2·1 min read·24 words

Wireless Taxes Hit Record High as Service Prices Decline

Families with $100 monthly plans now face more than $330 in annual taxes.

Oct 2·1 min read·22 words

‘How Do We Call for Help?’ Rural Residents Push Back on FCC’s Copper Retirement

Wildfire survivors, first responders, seniors and rural residents warn that landlines remain essential.

Oct 2·1 min read·27 words

D.C. Circuit Says Whistleblower Suit Against UScellular Can Continue

The whistleblowers have asked the FCC to pause or reverse the company's spectrum sales over the issue.

Oct 2·1 min read·26 words

Rep. Guthrie: Nuclear Power Vital to U.S. Dominance in AI

China has reportedly supplied more than 80 percent of new nuclear capacity in the past five years.

Oct 1·1 min read·27 words

Consumers’ Research Files New USF Challenge

The group raised arguments in Supreme Court Justice Neil Gorsuch's dissent in the previous USF case.

Oct 1·1 min read·22 words

Protesters Disrupt Carr’s First FCC Meeting Since Kimmel Suspension

Demonstrators denounce ‘Carr, the censorship czar,’ calling for his removal.

Oct 1·1 min read·19 words

Comcast Elevates Michael Cavanagh to Co-CEO in Face of Competition

Cavanagh becomes the first non-family executive to share Comcast’s top job

Oct 1·1 min read·21 words

Utilities Push Back on West Virginia’s Plan for Pole Attachment Database

If funded, the database could launch in early 2026

Oct 1·1 min read·20 words

Fiber Construction Blamed for One in Four Utility Strikes

Gas line strikes in Missouri highlight safety concerns as telecom construction accelerates.

Oct 1·1 min read·21 words

FCC Data Breach Order Under Review, Agency Says

The telecom industry still wants a court decision upholding the rules overturned.

Oct 1·1 min read·20 words

Carriers Push FCC for Extra Upper C-Band Spectrum

CTIA wants 220 megahertz of Upper C-Band for 5G; Congress only guaranteed 100 megahertz.

Oct 1·1 min read·22 words

Commerce: BEAD Work to Continue Amid Shutdown

FCC filing deadlines during the shutdown are pushed to the day after normal operations resume.

Oct 1·1 min read·22 words

White House Adviser Pledges to Protect Spectrum Critical for Wi-Fi

U.S. won’t 'go backwards' on Wi-Fi leadership, even after Congress dropped 6 GigaHertz (GHz) protections in reconciliation bill.

Sep 30·1 min read·28 words

Sen. Warner Warns U.S. Must Reassert Leadership on Cybersecurity

Warner is concerned the 6 GHz band remains unprotected.

Sep 30·1 min read·18 words

BEAD State Directors Recognize Progress But Still Have Issues

State directors warn of gaps and tight timelines.

Sep 30·1 min read·17 words

FCC Stops E-Rate Funding for Off-Campus Wi-Fi

The agency also voted to seek comment on local permitting rules it should consider preempting.

Sep 30·1 min read·22 words

Broadband Industry Reports Growing Frustration With BEAD

Industry leaders criticized the new push in the BEAD program for inconsistent state results and appearing to favor satellite technology.

Sep 30·1 min read·27 words

Trusty Touts Deregulation, Says Spectrum Auctions Will Drive Innovation

Auctions are important, but Trusty pointed to unlicensed spectrum as essential for Wi-Fi 7 and 'Internet of Things' applications.

Sep 30·1 min read·28 words

California Gov. Gavin Newsom Signs Landmark Bill Creating AI Safety Measures

The law requires AI companies to disclose safety protocols for their most advanced models and report safety incidents to the state within 15 days.

Sep 29·1 min read·35 words

Illinois Court Tosses Local Application Fees for Broadband Projects

A judge ruled the fees were prohibited under state law.

Sep 29·1 min read·19 words

Gomez Stresses FCC Must Protect Free Speech

The commissioner flagged recent investigations into broadcasters and programming, including ABC's Jimmy Kimmel Live.

Sep 29·1 min read·21 words

Roth: New Permitting Tool Will Fast-Track Nearly All BEAD Projects

NTIA administrator projects up to 95 percent of projects will bypass environmental reviews.

Sep 29·1 min read·23 words

Carr: FCC Ready if Shutdown Hits This Week

Agency ‘crunching the numbers’ to gauge how long it could operate without new funding.

Sep 29·1 min read·22 words

FCC Tweaks Alaska Connect Fund

The agency affirmed that it expects 5G upgrades in some areas that lack any homes and businesses.

Sep 29·1 min read·22 words

States Race to Meet Federal Broadband Funding Deadline

States race to meet a federal deadline for the $42.5 billion BEAD program amid dramatic cost reductions.

Sep 29·1 min read·25 words

With Florida, Utah, 48 States Have Posted BEAD Plans

Only Texas and California have yet to post plans. Those results are expected in late October.

Sep 29·1 min read·25 words

Private Equity Sees Profits in Power Utilities as Big Tech Seeks More Energy

Private investment firms that are helping finance America’s AI race and the huge buildout of energy-hungry data centers are getting interested in the utilities that deliver electricity.

Sep 28·1 min read·40 words

Experts Discuss the Importance of Satellite and Terrestrial Infrastructure for Resilience

A robust positioning, navigation and timing network could help America discourage attacks.

Sep 28·1 min read·23 words

CPUC Aiming to Resolve Verizon-Frontier Merger Ahead of Key Deadline

Justice Department approval for the deal will expire Feb. 13, 2026.

Sep 27·1 min read·21 words

Carr To Congress: FCC Improving Coordination Among Federal Broadband Programs

Chair responds to an April audit that flagged mapping weaknesses and data gaps.

Sep 26·1 min read·23 words

New Street: NTIA Caps Might Not Affect Many Locations Nationally

Alaska is planning to get fiber to 53 percent of its BEAD locations.

Sep 26·1 min read·23 words

Amazon to Pay $2.5 billion to Settle FTC Allegations it Duped Customers

Amazon settled with the FTC after being accused of tricking customers into Prime memberships and making them hard to cancel.

Sep 26·1 min read·32 words

Chair of House China Committee Demands Urgent White House Briefing on TikTok Deal

The request by John Moolenaar, Chairman of Select Committee on the Chinese Community Party, comes after Trump signed an executive order supporting the arrangement.

Sep 26·1 min read·37 words

New York Fed Finds Low-income Neighborhoods Pay Higher Share of Income for Worse Broadband

Lower income areas spend 2.43 percent of their income on broadband compared to 0.51 percent elsewhere, the report found.

Sep 26·1 min read·33 words

FCC Prepares for Mass Furloughs Amid Looming Government Shutdown

Agency’s previous contingency projected retaining just 12 percent of staff

Sep 26·1 min read·19 words

West Virginia To Pull State Investment from China by 2026

Gov. Patrick Morrisey (R) says plans will be completed by early 2026.

Sep 26·1 min read·22 words

Coalition Pushes Congress to Extend Cybersecurity Law

Law’s expiration could leave the U.S. more vulnerable to cyberattacks, group says.

Sep 26·1 min read·19 words

Maybe 'They Forgot About It': Year After Digital Discrimination Case, Appeals Court Silent

Legal expert warns forthcoming Eighth Circuit ruling may matter less than FCC politics.

Sep 25·1 min read·26 words

FCC Prepares to Revisit Broadcast Ownership Rules

Chief of Staff Scott Delacourt cites recent court ruling that sets this review apart

Sep 25·1 min read·21 words

States Revise Tentative BEAD Awards

Minnesota revealed that costs per passing above $10,000 required written justification.

Sep 25·1 min read·16 words

GOP AGs Back Carr on Jamming State Prison Cellphones

Twenty-three AGs say state prisons need authority to stop inmates from using smuggled phones

Sep 25·1 min read·23 words

Maryland’s Tiny Smith Island Gets Wireline Broadband

Moore highlights $2 million investment bringing broadband to rural island

Sep 25·1 min read·17 words

House Lawmakers Introduce Middle Mile Bill for Rural America Act

Lawmakers filed bipartisan legislation Aug. 26 to reauthorize middle-mile broadband program.

Sep 25·1 min read·21 words

Accurate Broadband Coverage Data Still an Issue for BEAD, Experts Say

They predicted a substantial number of homes and businesses were missed by eligibility maps.

Sep 25·1 min read·25 words

Maine Town Excited about Possible New Data Center

Could project also revive nearby nuclear plant closed in the 1990s?

Sep 25·1 min read·19 words

Gigapower Expands Fiber Buildout, Prepares for Second ISP

AT&T–BlackRock joint venture serves nearly 70 communities in six states.

Sep 25·1 min read·18 words

Supreme Court Allows Trump to Remove FTC Democrat

The decision sets the stage for a fight over precedent.

Sep 25·1 min read·18 words

Utilities Reject FCC Bid to Open Streetlights for Broadband

Utilities also criticized limits on make-ready charges proposed in the FCC’s pole attachment plan.

Sep 24·1 min read·23 words

Sen. Capito: Parades May Be Too Dangerous to Attend

Lawmaker concerned about her personal safety after Kirk murder.

Sep 24·1 min read·18 words

FCC to Vote on Rolling Back E-Rate at September Meeting

The agency added two items to its agenda that would scrap funding for off-campus Wi-Fi.

Sep 24·1 min read·25 words

Pennsylvania Prevailing Wage Board Affirms No Separate Broadband Classification

Trade groups have said the 'electric lineman' classification for broadband workers drives up project costs.

Sep 24·1 min read·24 words

FCC Demands $1.18 Million in Repayment From Wireless Providers

Boomerang Wireless and Assist Wireless are expected to repay the U.S. Treasury

Sep 24·1 min read·21 words

WISPA Mostly Happy as Tentative BEAD Results Come In

The group is worried satellite providers are eating into the share of non-fiber locations.

Sep 24·1 min read·23 words

RiverStreet’s $20M Fiber Build in Bedford County, Va., Delayed Until 2026

Delays from a railroad-crossing permit and added projects have pushed the timeline back to June 2026.

Sep 24·1 min read·27 words

Illinois to Spend More Than 95 Percent of $1 Billion BEAD Budget

The 46 states that have reported results are collectively more than $17 billion under budget.

Sep 23·1 min read·27 words

INCOMPAS Presses FCC to Reform Pole Attachment Rules

INCOMPAS urged the FCC to adopt fair pole attachment rules

Sep 23·1 min read·18 words

Dashboards Shed Light Into BEAD Deployment Progress

Tracking platforms are making BEAD implementation more transparent.

Sep 23·1 min read·15 words

Democratic and Republican Lawmakers Introduce Two Opposing AI Bills

One bill assess AI impacts and the other supports a national regulatory framework.

Sep 23·3 min read·564 words

Study Reveals Patchy ISP Compliance With FCC Broadband Label Requirements

No ISP earned full marks under FCC broadband label requirements, Toronto's York University Study finds.

Sep 23·1 min read·25 words

SpaceX Plans New Constellation as Companies Pitch EchoStar Deal to FCC

The company said it could end up 'employing terrestrial base stations to enhance capacity where needed.'

Sep 23·1 min read·27 words

TechFreedom Urges Congress to Scrap Universal Service Surcharge

The extra fee appears on consumers’ phone bills to finance rural broadband, low-income, school and library connections.

Sep 23·1 min read·25 words

Broadband Mapping and Funding Accountability + Resilience Videos!

See the videos from the Resilient Critical Infrastructure Summit from Sept. 18!

Sep 23·1 min read·20 words

GOP Sen. Wicker Wants States to Keep BEAD Non-deployment Funds

Louisiana Gov. Jeff Landry and West Virginia Sen. Shelley Moore Capito, also Republicans, also want the funding.

Sep 23·1 min read·27 words

Research Finds $3.24 Trillion Economic Benefit From Fiber Deployment To Unserved Areas

Brattle Group study says to prioritize fiber builds to maximize returns.

Sep 23·1 min read·23 words

Arizona, eX², and Cox Partner on 20-Year Fiber Deal to Expand Rural Broadband

New lease agreement will expand rural broadband in Arizona.

Sep 23·1 min read·22 words

Multiple CEOs Praise Tarana’s New Product

Tarana has launched its G2 fixed wireless platform, delivering fiber-class speeds

Sep 22·1 min read·17 words

U.S.–UK Tech Pact Spurs $350B in Cross-Atlantic Deals

Deal promises joint leadership on AI, nuclear and quantum computing.

Sep 22·1 min read·18 words

Comcast to Cut Jobs at Its Largest Unit: Reports

Comcast is restructuring its largest unit, phasing out its division model and cutting jobs

Sep 22·1 min read·23 words

T-Mobile Wants Rehearing in $92 Million Location Data Fine Case

There's a circuit split on whether the FCC's process for issuing fines is unconstitutional.

Sep 22·1 min read·24 words

Coalition Presses FCC to Overturn T-Mobile–UScellular Approval

Rural and labor groups say the FCC relied on a flawed view of competition.

Sep 22·1 min read·21 words

Missouri Targeting 80 Percent Fiber, Nearly $1 Billion Under BEAD Budget

South Dakota also posted its draft plan Friday, bringing the total to 45 states.

Sep 22·1 min read·25 words

FCC Auction Authority Renewal Sparks Debate on Spectrum Design, Federal Reallocation

Congress extends FCC auction authority through 2034 with 800 MHz mid-band requirement.

Sep 22·1 min read·23 words

WRC in China Raises Concerns over Logistics, Security, and Influence

Experts warned that holding WRC-27 in China could cause complications, requiring preparation and a unified U.S. strategy.

Sep 22·1 min read·27 words

Consolidated Rebranding as Fidium

The company is aiming for 2 million fiber pasings by the end of 2027.

Sep 22·1 min read·18 words

T-Mobile Names Srini Gopalan Chief Executive

Leadership handoff from Mike Sievert set for Nov. 1

Sep 22·1 min read·15 words

NTIA Administrator Roth on Strategy for Federal Spectrum Reallocation

Arielle Roth outlines agency approach to identifying 500 megahertz of federal spectrum for commercial access.

Sep 21·1 min read·24 words

FCC Space Bureau Chief: 'We Are in the Space Industrial Revolution'

Bureau Chief Jay Schwarz said shift from a 'scarcity mindset' to an 'abundance mindset' in space policy needed to continue.

Sep 20·1 min read·31 words

Global Cooperation Needed to Manage Space Resources, Says ITU Chief

Doreen Bogdan-Martin emphasized that spectrum for space-related services must be managed through global cooperation.

Sep 20·1 min read·24 words

Rural Internet Access Critical for AI Competitiveness: Connected Nation

Rural America risks falling behind in the AI race without foundational infrastructure

Sep 19·1 min read·21 words

House Panel Pushes GOP-Led Broadband Permitting Package

Twenty-nine-bill slate would impose shot clocks and narrow environmental reviews to speed broadband deployment. 

Sep 19·1 min read·21 words

‘Right Out of Goodfellas’: Cruz Slams Carr over Kimmel

New Street's Levin said actual license revocations would be 'close to impossible.'

Sep 19·1 min read·21 words

South Carolina Plans to Spend Less Than 8% of Original BEAD Allocation

New York also released tentative grant winners under the Broadband Equity, Access and Deployment grant program, bringing total to 43 states

Sep 19·1 min read·33 words

Experts Warn U.S. Needs ‘System-of-Systems’ Resilience

'The key performance indicator going forward is how quickly you can recover,' panelist said.

Sep 18·1 min read·20 words

Resiliency Becomes Watchword as AI Strains U.S. Infrastructure

Surging demand was reshaping investments in power, capacity, and redundancy.

Sep 18·1 min read·18 words

Democrats Demand Carr’s Resignation Over Kimmel

They said his public comments prompted Nexstar, Sinclair, and ultimately ABC to pull the late-night show.

Sep 18·1 min read·22 words

Trusty: ‘Greater Transparency and Accountability’ Needed in FCC Funding Programs

The commissioner outlined her priorities for the agency at a Free State Foundation event Thursday.

Sep 18·1 min read·25 words

Consumers’ Research Drops USF Challenge, But Battle Likely Not Over

The Supreme Court ruled 6-3 in June that the $8 billion-per-year fund was constitutional.

Sep 18·1 min read·24 words

Lawmakers Warned of Risks in Chilling State AI Regulation

House hearing pit consumer protection concerns against fears of stifled innovation.

Sep 18·1 min read·20 words

Amazon: Project Kuiper to Begin U.S. Service Within About Six Months

Kuiper plans to expand service to five countries by the first half of 2026.

Sep 17·1 min read·25 words

NextNav, SIA Still at Odds on GPS Backup

Users of the 900 MHz band fear interference, which NextNav maintains it could avoid.

Sep 17·1 min read·22 words

Opponents to D.C. Circuit: FCC Plan for More FirstNet Spectrum Unlawful

Oral arguments in the case haven't been scheduled.

Sep 17·1 min read·19 words

Connected Nation Holds Summit on Network Infrastructure for AI Leadership

The summit covered a wide array of issues on network infrastructure for AI

Sep 17·1 min read·23 words

FCC Plans October Vote to Revisit Prison Phone Rate Caps

Move sets up clash with nearly 100 advocacy groups, state AGs, and lawmakers backing protections.

Sep 17·1 min read·25 words

USF Contribution Factor to Hit Record 38.1 Percent

Trade groups submitted comments Monday to lawmakers working on modernizing the fund.

Sep 17·1 min read·20 words

Rural Telcos Urge Focus on Operational Expenses for Universal Service

WISPA said the smallest ISPs shouldn't have to contribute.

Sep 16·1 min read·19 words

NTCA Head Shirley Bloomfield to Retire March 2026

ACA Connects also named a new COO Tuesday.

Sep 16·1 min read·16 words

Trump AI Advisor Touts Plan to Secure U.S. Leadership

‘Let's make sure the world is using the American [technology] stack,’ Sriram Krishnan said.

Sep 16·1 min read·23 words

Ookla Launches Speedtest Certified for Property Connectivity Verification

Ookla launches new speedtest to verify network quality for properties such as hotels or venues.

Sep 16·1 min read·23 words

Minnesota Told to Take Broadband Future Into Its Own Hands

Gigi Sohn urged state leaders to look to local, community-led networks as models.

Sep 16·1 min read·23 words

West Virginia's Capito Wants BEAD Non-Deployment Funds

Louisiana Gov. Jeff Landry, also a Republican, has also asked Commerce not to claw the funding back.

Sep 16·1 min read·24 words

TechFreedom Urges Supreme Court to Protect FTC Independence

Group pressed the Supreme Court to safeguard the FTC’s autonomy from presidential interference.

Sep 16·1 min read·21 words

Canada Makes Significant Broadband Progress, But Rural Gaps Persist

Canada achieves 95% broadband coverage, despite major rural and Indigenous gaps.

Sep 16·1 min read·20 words

Oregon, Idaho Release BEAD Plans

Both would get fiber to roughly half of their BEAD-funded locations, about 53 percent in Oregon and 49 percent in Idaho.

Sep 15·1 min read·26 words

Affordable Connectivity Program Reached More Than Twice the Families of Lifeline

At Georgetown panel, researchers credit public-private partnerships for ACP's 43% take rate vs. Lifeline's 20%.

Sep 15·1 min read·26 words

Participants Urge Against Appropriations for USF

Some commenters said Lifeline benefits should be upped to $30 per month.

Sep 15·1 min read·18 words

South Carolina Sees Breakthrough in Fight Against Contraband Phones

Officials may soon get FCC approval to jam illicit prison phones.

Sep 15·1 min read·20 words

FBA Opposes Lower FCC Broadband Speed Benchmarks

FBA Urges FCC to Set Higher Broadband Standards as Fiber Expands Nationwide

Sep 15·1 min read·19 words

Framework Deal on TikTok Reached Between U.S. and China: Sec. Bessent

Bessent says the objective of the deal would be to switch to U.S. ownership; Trump and Xi to speak Friday, possibly to finalize the deal.

Sep 15·1 min read·36 words

Don’t Ban Test Labs in China, Tech Industry Says

The FCC estimates 75 percent of new wireless devices are tested in the country.

Sep 15·1 min read·23 words

Full Slate of Hearings This Week on Broadband, Artificial Intelligence and Energy

Congress tackles broadband, AI and energy in a busy week of hearings. Broadband Breakfast's Resilient Critical Infrastructure Summit is on Thursday.

Sep 15·1 min read·33 words

Exclusive Interview with FCC Chairman Brendan Carr

On restoring U.S leadership in wireless, the C band auction that we have to conduct within the next two years is probably one of the top priorities inside the building, Carr said.

Sep 15·1 min read·39 words

AI Infrastructure Boom Drives Need for Jump in U.S. Energy Production, Experts Say

AI's energy demands will require a 25% boost in U.S. electricity production over five years, experts warned.

Sep 14·1 min read·30 words

Updated Speaker List for Resilient Critical Infrastructure Summit

Updated list of speakers and panelists for the in-person event on Thursday, Sept. 18, at 8:30 a.m. ET

Sep 13·1 min read·26 words

States Releasing BEAD Plans Hits 39

NTIA also approved a further extension for California to submit its plan to the agency.

Sep 12·1 min read·21 words

Dateline Ashburn: The Thirst for AI Raises Alarms in Virginia

Drought and water restrictions have already hit 'data center alley,' but closed loop systems used by 2/3 of Ashburn data centers promise relief.

Sep 12·1 min read·33 words

How NTIA is Asking States to Revise BEAD Plans

States could have to rebid certain areas, people familiar with the process said.

Sep 12·1 min read·22 words

FCC’s Carr Stresses Competition, Spectrum, SpaceX in Aerospace Summit Remarks

Carr highlighted U.S. progress in satellite technology and efforts to expand the space economy.

Sep 12·1 min read·24 words

FTC Launches Inquiry Into AI Chatbots Acting as Companions and Their Effects on Children

The FTC said Thursday it sent letters to tech companies to understand what steps companies have taken to evaluate the safety of their chatbots when acting as companions.

Sep 11·1 min read·42 words

FCC to Seek Input on State, Local Barriers to Telecom Projects

The agency will also vote on whether to set up an accelerated docket for wireless permitting disputes

Sep 11·1 min read·28 words

Charter CEO Meets With FCC Commissioners on Cox Merger

Charter's top official met with FCC commissioners to discuss the proposed acquisition of Cox.

Sep 11·1 min read·23 words

Cruz Unveils SANDBOX Act to Ease Federal AI Rules

Proposal would let developers test AI under federal waivers

Sep 11·1 min read·18 words

Senate Republicans to FCC: Protect 6 GHz, CBRS

The NTIA head also urged preserving the 6 GHz band for Wi-Fi on Wednesday.

Sep 11·1 min read·22 words

FCC’s Trusty Raises Concerns Over Copper Theft

Regulator warns copper theft and network vandalism pose risks to broadband and public safety.

Sep 11·1 min read·21 words

State Department Approved Possible $150M Starlink Sale to Ukraine

The sale could strengthen both U.S. national security interests and Ukraine’s defense capabilities.

Sep 11·1 min read·22 words

Verizon, Frontier Settle with Two Merger Opponents in California

The companies are eager for the CPUC to approve the deal at its Dec. 18 meeting.

Sep 10·1 min read·25 words

NCTA Notes Growing Competition Across Broadband Services

A major industry group is pressing regulators to revisit broadband competition, highlighting mobile service as a key factor.

Sep 10·1 min read·25 words

FCC Proposal to Scale Back Broadband Standards Draws Fire

Rural co-ops press FCC for symmetrical 100 * 100 Mbps broadband standard

Sep 10·1 min read·21 words

NTIA Identifies 5 Megahertz of NOAA Spectrum for Auction

The NTIA head also urged the FCC to protect Wi-Fi.

Sep 10·1 min read·19 words

New York E-Rate Coordinator Argues for Wi-Fi on School Buses

New York official urged FCC to continue funding school bus Wi-Fi.

Sep 10·1 min read·21 words

Dateline Ashburn: The Interplay Between IXPs and Data Centers

Data centers and internet exchange points in 'Data Center Alley' may be indistinguishable. However, they serve different purposes.

Sep 9·1 min read·27 words

FCC Withdraws Recognition from Chinese Labs

The FCC has moved to revoke recognition of several Chinese government-linked test labs that certified electronics for U.S. use

Sep 9·1 min read·25 words

Landry to Lutnick: Let States Keep Non-Deployment Dollars

He proposed that Commerce limit spending to AI or 'America First' policies like workforce development.

Sep 9·1 min read·23 words

Comcast Outlines Strategy Against Fiber and Fixed Wireless

Comcast President Mike Cavanagh summarizes strategies to compete with fiber and fixed wireless.

Sep 9·1 min read·21 words

Commercial Shipping Likely Cut Red Sea Cables That Disrupted Internet Access, Experts Say

10 nations, including India and the UAE, affected by the need to re-route internet traffic after an undersea cable cut.

Sep 9·1 min read·33 words

Carr Ends EchoStar Probes

The moves comes after the company inked two major deals to sell much of its spectrum.

Sep 9·1 min read·20 words

Interior Department Office Plans to Expedite Broadband Efforts in Tribal Communities

The Interior Department announced a new policy to speed approval of broadband projects in tribal communities.

Sep 9·1 min read·27 words

BEAD Supporting Funds Could Fill Critical Infrastructure Gaps, Panel Says

Experts warn that 14 states lack internet exchange points as billions in broadband funding await clearer guidance

Sep 9·1 min read·27 words

RWA Concerned After Second EchoStar Spectrum Deal

The $17 billion sale will boost SpaceX's direct-to-device service in remote areas.

Sep 8·1 min read·19 words

U.S. Wireless Data Traffic Hit Record High in 2024

Americans used a record 132 trillion megabytes of wireless data in 2024, a sharp increase from the previous year.

Sep 8·1 min read·28 words

States Report Major Cost Savings in BEAD Broadband Proposals

State officials reported big cost savings and varied tech plans as most raced to meet the Sept. 4 BEAD deadline.

Sep 8·1 min read·29 words

SpaceX Challenges Wisconsin, Colorado BEAD Plans

Pennsylvania revised its draft results to award slightly more locations to SpaceX and Kuiper.

Sep 8·1 min read·20 words

Chief Justice Lets Trump Remove Members of Federal Trade Commission For Now

Chief Justice John Roberts let President Trump remove an FTC commissioner, hinting at fewer limits on presidential power.

Sep 8·1 min read·30 words

SCOTUS Told Fourth Circuit Ruling Could Cut Off Families From Internet

Broad coalition urges justices to reject $1 billion piracy verdict against Cox Communications.

Sep 8·1 min read·24 words

SpaceX Buying EchoStar Satellite Spectrum for $17 Billion

EchoStar said the deal should end FCC inquiries into the company's spectrum licenses.

Sep 8·1 min read·21 words

AI Shakes up the Call Center Industry, But Some Tasks Are Still Better Left to Humans

While AI can handle routine tasks, it struggles with more intricate issues. Relying solely on AI can save money, but hurt customer satisfaction.

Sep 8·1 min read·39 words

Undersea Cables Cut in the Red Sea, Disrupting Internet Access in Asia and the Mideast

Microsoft said the Middle East may face increased latency. NetBlocks reported degraded connectivity in countries like India and Pakistan.

Sep 7·1 min read·34 words

Rural Carriers: Operating Expense Support From Universal Service Necessary

The carriers say their legacy USF support has dwindled as the FCC phased out legacy programs in favor of competitive auctions.

Sep 6·1 min read·30 words

FCC to Let Prisons Jam Contraband Cell Phones

Carr announces future rulemaking in Arkansas alongside federal and state officials.

Sep 5·1 min read·19 words

Joel Thayer: Why the Pentagon Wants Ligado’s Scalp

The dispute over Ligado highlights a clash between the FCC’s spectrum policy decisions and Defense Department’s efforts to block them.

Sep 5·6 min read·1082 words

House Panel Keeps FCC Budget Flat in 2026

Full committee denies FCC’s $26M budget raise request.

Sep 5·1 min read·16 words

As BEAD Deadline Arrives, at Least 34 States Have Posted Bidding Results

At least six states have confirmed they received an extension from NTIA.

Sep 4·1 min read·24 words

At Last, Quintillion Completes Arctic Cable Repair

Alaska-based firm restores data traffic after subsea fiber line was cut in January.

Sep 4·1 min read·20 words

Charter Pushing Bundles to Compete with Fixed Wireless

Cable executives have agreed the service is sticking around.

Sep 4·1 min read·17 words

Verizon CFO Sees AI as Next Revenue Stream

Skiadas unveils plan to repurpose central offices for hosting AI workloads.

Sep 4·1 min read·19 words

Comcast CFO Says 2025 an ‘Investment Year’

Armstrong outlines plans to prioritize wireless and broadband as competition mounts.

Sep 4·1 min read·18 words

AT&T CFO: EchoStar Spectrum a Boon to Fixed Wireless

Analysts estimated the extra airwaves could support an additional 900,000 fixed wireless subscribers.

Sep 4·1 min read·22 words

Rural Co-op Executives Press Congress to Modernize Universal Service Fund

Witnesses pressure lawmakers to update funding model and prioritize affordability.

Sep 3·1 min read·20 words

Verizon Confident Frontier Deal Will Close on Time

California utility regulators are scrutinizing the deal.

Sep 3·1 min read·15 words

Carr Looking to Scrap FCC Funding for Off-campus Wi-Fi

Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, still wants to bar the agency from instituting similar policies in the future.

Sep 3·1 min read·26 words

Shentel: Pole Disputes on the Way for BEAD Participants

The company is also looking to refinance its debt later this year.

Sep 3·1 min read·21 words

House Approves Undersea Cable Control Act

Bill orders federal strategy to keep undersea cable tech out of adversaries’ hands.

Sep 3·1 min read·19 words

New Hampshire Lawmakers Prefer Fiber from BEAD

The state would get fiber to two-thirds of its eligible BEAD locations.

Sep 2·1 min read·19 words

NCTA Names Former Sen. Cory Gardner as New CEO

Former senator to succeed Michael Powell as head of cable and broadband trade group.

Sep 2·1 min read·23 words

Google Avoids Breakup in Search Monopoly Case

But U.S. District Judge Amit Mehta ordered other changes in landmark ruling Tuesday.

Sep 2·1 min read·20 words

Fiber Still in Line for Two-thirds of BEAD Locations

Experts noted NTIA could still change states’ draft spending plans.

Sep 2·1 min read·19 words

West Virginia Moves to Curb Pole Disputes Ahead of BEAD

New regulations clarify cost-sharing rules, reporting requirements, and new dispute-resolution process.

Sep 2·1 min read·21 words

With ACP Gone, California Turns to LifeLine for Broadband Relief

Three-year pilot adds internet subsidies to the state’s phone discount program.

Sep 2·1 min read·21 words

EchoStar Sues to Block AWS-3 Auction Rules, Fears Shortfall Payment

If the re-auction brings in less than about $3.3 billion, EchoStar is on the hook for the difference.

Sep 2·1 min read·28 words

China's Xi Seeks Expanded Role for Shanghai Cooperation Organization at Tianjin Summit

Xi proposed opening China’s BeiDou satellite system, an alternative to the GPS system controlled by the U.S., to 27 member and partner states.

Sep 1·1 min read·35 words

Broadband Breakfast at LION Publishers' Conference

'There isn't any other space where you, as an independent publisher, can go to really find your people.'

Sep 1·1 min read·24 words

The Success of AI Music Creators Sparks Debate on the Future of the Music Industry

Some artists oppose AI, while others, such as will.i.am, Timbaland, and Imogen Heap have embraced the technology.

Aug 31·1 min read·32 words

AI Apocalypse? Why The Language Surrounding Tech is Sounding Increasingly Religious

Powerful AI could pose existential risks to humanity, even as tech leaders describe it in religious terms of salvation and apocalypse.

Aug 29·1 min read·32 words

Cox to Supreme Court: ISPs Not Liable for Customers’ Infringement

The company is appealing a Fourth Circuit ruling that said Cox could be found partially liable for its customers pirating music.

Aug 29·1 min read·31 words

FirstNet Authority Obstructed Audits, Punished Whistleblower, Says Inspector General

The office said the reports resulted in a change of leadership at FirstNet Authority.

Aug 29·1 min read·23 words

As More States Post Draft BEAD Plans, Fiber Still at Two-Thirds of Locations

Two more states posted plans for public comment Thursday afternoon – Tennessee and North Carolina – bringing the total to at least 30.

Aug 29·1 min read·36 words

Massachusetts to Spend $31.5 Million on Broadband, Modernizing MDUs

Plan to focus on updating internet infrastructure in Multiple Dwelling Units

Aug 29·1 min read·20 words

NTIA Administrator Arielle Roth Joins Sen. Shelley Moore Capito in West Virginia

NTIA administrator travels to West Virginia to tout state with the highest percentage fiber (thus far) in its BEAD proposal.

Aug 28·1 min read·32 words

SpaceX, CTIA at Odds on Millimeter Wave Spectrum

The satellite operator said it wanted easier access to airwaves above 24 GHz.

Aug 28·1 min read·21 words

Starlink Hits 7 Million Users Worldwide

Elon Musk’s satellite company serves 150 countries and territories.

Aug 28·1 min read·15 words

More Than Half of States Posted New BEAD Plans Ahead of Key NTIA Deadline

Some states received extra time beyond Sept. 4.

Aug 28·1 min read·22 words

Online Age Checks Are Proliferating in Australia, EU, Mississippi and Elsewhere

For example, beginning Friday, Bluesky will no longer be available in Mississippi

Aug 28·1 min read·23 words

Judge Rejects Emergency Bid to Compel Musk-Related FCC FOIA Release

However, the Court Order calls for faster document production on Musk’s DOGE program.

Aug 28·1 min read·23 words

New Mexico WISP Fears Overbuilding

The state posted its tentative BEAD winners this week.

Aug 27·1 min read·14 words

Ukraine Risks Losing Starlink Internet Access Amid Refugee Aid Dispute with Poland

The lack of satellite internet could have dire consequences for Ukraine’s military.

Aug 27·1 min read·24 words

Railroad Industry Drops Challenge to Virginia Crossing Law

The state's high court already said private, for-profit ISPs couldn't invoke the law.

Aug 27·1 min read·21 words

Minnesota Broadband Chief on BEAD Challenges, State Investments, and Tribal Partnerships

While BEAD changes complicated Minnesota’s broadband plan, state investments and tribal partnerships remain strong.

Aug 27·3 min read·530 words

Analyst: So far, Two-Thirds of BEAD Locations Getting Fiber

Current sample shows western states adopting a mix of technologies, including satellite.

Aug 27·1 min read·21 words

Trump Family Empire Expands with Crypto.com Partnership

Trump Media is teaming up with Crypto.com to launch a new $1 billion digital asset, deepening the president ventures into cryptocurrency.

Aug 27·1 min read·28 words

Dem Lawmakers Want Clarity on BEAD Non-Deployment

The Trump administration isn't eager for states to spend money on efforts other than deploying infrastructure.

Aug 26·1 min read·23 words

FCC Bars More Than 1,200 Providers for Robocall Rule Violations

The Commission claimed the providers were ‘shirking their obligations to protect consumers’.

Aug 26·1 min read·22 words

Jostling in the Airwaves Resumes After Passage of Trump’s Budget Bill

Trump’s budget law mandated a ‘spectrum pipeline’ to sell off 800 megahertz of spectrum. Coupled with FCC pressure, the law is quickly re-arranging the commercial airwaves

Aug 26·1 min read·37 words

FCC’s Trusty Reports on Week-Long Visit to Alaska

Says FCC broadband programs spurring deployment.

Aug 26·1 min read·14 words

Melania Trump Invites K-12 Students to Nationwide AI Challenge Contest

First Lady Melania Trump launched a nationwide contest inviting K-12 students to use artificial intelligence to tackle community challenges.

Aug 26·1 min read·29 words

Trump Vows Retaliation Against Countries With Digital Rules Targeting U.S. Tech

Trump threatened new tariffs and export curbs in response to European digital regulations targeting U.S. tech giants

Aug 26·1 min read·28 words

AT&T Paying $23 Billion for EchoStar Wireless Licenses

The move brings EchoStar closer to resolving ongoing pressure from FCC Chairman Brendan Carr, which threatened its business.

Aug 26·1 min read·26 words

West Virginia Lags Neighbors in Site Section for Businesses, But is Moving to Change That

West Virginia is racing to catch up with neighboring states by preparing its first shovel-and broadband-ready business sites.

Aug 25·1 min read·33 words

Charter Hit with Class Action Suit over ACP Guidance

The complaint alleges investors were misled by company executives.

Aug 25·1 min read·18 words

Hawaii Makes Headway on $120 Million Subsea Fiber Network Project

Ocean Networks, Inc. selected Italy-based Prysmian to supply the fiber.

Aug 25·1 min read·20 words

Fifth Circuit Won’t Rehear AT&T Fine Case

Courts are split on whether the FCC's forfeiture process violates the U.S. Constitution.

Aug 25·1 min read·20 words

NTIA Gives Texas Until Oct. 27 to File Final BEAD Plan

Lone Star State wanted until Nov. 21.

Aug 25·1 min read·18 words

BEAD Plans Released for Washington, Kansas, Maine and Wisconsin

Six of the 10 states releasing draft BEAD proposals plan on more than 70% fiber

Aug 25·1 min read·24 words

Kinetic Offers $10,000 Rewards to Catch Copper Thieves

Copper theft has caused interference with essential services for residents across North Carolina.

Aug 25·1 min read·21 words

Trump Turns $11.1B in U.S. Government Funds Into a 10% Stake in Intel

The U.S. government is getting the stake through the conversion of $11.1 billion in previously issued funds and pledges.

Aug 23·1 min read·32 words

NTIA Grants California’s Request for BEAD Deadline Extension

The state now has until October 2, rather than September 4, to submit its final proposal.

Aug 22·1 min read·24 words

Vineland, N.J., Nabs $3.7 Million Grant To Begin Municipal Fiber Network

Grant from the New Jersey Broadband Infrastructure Deployment Equity program aims to expand broadband access in the city

Aug 22·1 min read·29 words

Pennsylvania Planning Fiber for 64% of BEAD Locations

North Dakota would get fiber to almost all of its relatively few locations.

Aug 22·1 min read·21 words

As AI Becomes Part of Everyday Life, it Brings a Climate Cost

As AI becomes woven into everyday life, its hidden appetite for energy and water reveals a growing climate cost.

Aug 22·1 min read·31 words

Tech Companies and Retailers Haven't Given Up on Verifying Environmental Sustainability

How to make climate-friendly and sustainable choices when shopping online

Aug 22·1 min read·21 words

Ericsson CEO Calls for Increased U.S.–EU Relations to Counter China

If Ericsson falls behind China, ‘our reason to exist is very limited’

Aug 21·1 min read·22 words

Iberian Blackout Highlights Gaps in Telecom Network Resiliency

Power backups, route diversity, and planning critical to ISPs who fared better than rivals in April’s outage.

Aug 21·1 min read·25 words

Rural States Struggling with Affordable Broadband Access: BroadbandNow

The group found many rural households have access to broadband infrastructure, but not affordable plans.

Aug 21·1 min read·23 words

Louisville Mayor Signs Law Issuing New Penalties for Copper Wire Theft

The new ordinance tightens rules on scrap metal sales to protect utilities and public safety.

Aug 21·1 min read·26 words

Students Face New Cellphone Restrictions in 17 States as School Year Begins

In total, 35 states have passed laws or rules to limit student phone use in schools, with 29 states taking action this year.

Aug 21·1 min read·35 words

FCC Asked to Strike Down Broadband Exclusivity Deal

Intrepid says five year right-of-way lockout violates federal and state law.

Aug 21·1 min read·19 words

OpenVault Reports Accelerated Broadband Usage

Notes subtle, but historic shift in second quarter.

Aug 20·1 min read·13 words

California Rejects Military Plan to Increase SpaceX Launches

State panel denies Musk for a second time.

Aug 20·1 min read·16 words

Georgia Lawmakers Urge Reversal of Cancelled Digital Equity Grants

NTIA’s ‘arbitrary termination’ has stalled $46M for digital skills training, lawmakers wrote.

Aug 20·1 min read·21 words

FCC Denies Mercury’s RDOF Waiver Request

Provider now faces over $25M in penalties for defaults.

Aug 20·1 min read·15 words

Would Owning a Chunk of Intel Be a Good Deal for the U.S.?

President Trump wants the U.S. government to become one of Intel's largest shareholders, blurring lines separating public and private sectors.

Aug 20·1 min read·33 words

West Virginia's BEAD Plan 94 Percent Fiber

That's the highest among states that have posted drafts of their final spending plans.

Aug 19·1 min read·21 words

Representative Proposes Bill to Amend the CHIPS and Sciences Act

The bill aims to strengthen America’s role in setting global technology standards.

Aug 19·1 min read·22 words

Consolidated Looking to Retire More Copper Phone Lines in New England

The company submitted requests to discontinue legacy service at another 61,000 locations.

Aug 19·1 min read·23 words

Colorado BEAD: Fiber Share Falls Dramatically, to 40% from 70%

NTIA Chief Counsel David Brodian confirmed receipt of a final BEAD proposal, from Louisiana.

Aug 19·1 min read·24 words

Kansas Governor Announced $10.4 Million to Increase State Broadband Adoption

The funds are intended for device distribution and accessible public Wifi in underserved areas.

Aug 19·1 min read·24 words

FCC, DOJ in Court Defending Plan to Open More Public Safety Spectrum to FirstNet

Supporters and opponents of the idea have sued the FCC over the plan.

Aug 19·1 min read·27 words

Google Announces Nuclear Power Plant Build in Tennessee

Search giant looks to power new data centers in the southeast.

Aug 19·1 min read·19 words

NTIA Releases Further Guidance for BEAD Recipients

Guidance includes best practices for ISPs seeking to comply with program requirements

Aug 19·1 min read·19 words

Trump Administration Loses DEI Case

The state of digital equity remains unsettled.

Aug 19·1 min read·12 words

Whether from Biden or Trump, Politics Has Displaced Reason in Antitrust Enforcement

Experts said economic analysis has been thrown out the window

Aug 19·1 min read·22 words

NTIA Has a Final BEAD Proposal in Hand

NTIA official confirms agency has received final proposal but did not provide the name 

Aug 18·1 min read·22 words

Charter Execs Face Class Action After $9 Billion Stock Drop

Investor says executives downplayed customer losses tied to the Affordable Connectivity Program’s termination.

Aug 18·1 min read·23 words

SpaceX Wants Louisiana’s BEAD Plan Reversed

The satellite broadband provider said the same of Virginia's spending plan.

Aug 18·1 min read·17 words

ImOn Communications Completes Acquisition of Danville Telecom

The merger will accelerate fiber internet expansion across Southeast Iowa.

Aug 18·1 min read·17 words

Court Limits Use of DMCA Subpoenas to Unmask Internet Subscribers

Ninth Circuit panel ruled conduit ISPs ‘cannot remove or disable’ infringing content.

Aug 18·1 min read·22 words

Google to Pay $36M Fine for Anticompetitive Deal With Australia's Largest Telcos

The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission said on Monday it commenced proceedings in the Australian Federal Court against Google Asia Pacific.

Aug 18·1 min read·33 words

Court Finds FCC Data Breach Rules Not Blocked by Congressional Review Act

Telecom industry groups had said the rules were too similar to ones Congress axed under the Congressional Review Act

Aug 15·1 min read·31 words

Judges Uphold $92 Million Fine Against T-Mobile

The decision sets up a split with the Fifth Circuit.

Aug 15·1 min read·17 words

Doug Dawson: Fixed Wireless Far From ‘Running Out of Gas’

Notes steady growth and newly available spectrum as reasons for industry optimism

Aug 15·1 min read·22 words

NTIA Drops Weiss Ratings for Letters of Credit

Agency will now approve LOCs from 'well capitalized' banks, or NCUA insured credit unions

Aug 15·1 min read·22 words

GCI Pays Small Fee to Settle with FCC Over Submarine Cable License Lapse

Company to develop compliance plan.

Aug 14·1 min read·18 words

Lumos to Expand Fiber in Ohio

ISP looking to pass 226,000 new locations in Ohio.

Aug 14·1 min read·15 words

Trump Reverses Biden’s Big Tech and Broadband Oversight Order

Repeal of EO 14036 drops federal push on net neutrality, broadband price transparency, and merger oversight.

Aug 14·1 min read·25 words

Minnesota LFAs Demand Clarity from Trade Groups

Another LFA calls out trade groups.

Aug 14·1 min read·13 words

Trusty: Integrated Sensing and Communications A National Security Priority

FCC commissioner calls for a unified approach for developing the technology.

Aug 14·1 min read·20 words

House Democrats Slam FCC Chair Over Delay in Prison Phone Rate Caps

The lawmakers accuse Carr of violating congressional intent, causing societal harm

Aug 14·1 min read·23 words

For These Incarcerated Students, Online School Has Been a Disaster

Frustration with virtual school is sometimes leading students in juvenile detention to get into more trouble, extending their stay.

Aug 14·1 min read·29 words

New Mexico Ready to Deploy BEAD Funds Across Technologies

‘Low-Earth orbit satellites are going to be part of the picture,’ a state official says.

Aug 14·1 min read·24 words

Trump Signs Executive Order to Bolster Competition in Commercial Space Industry

Order seeks to streamline permitting processes, pare down environmental review

Aug 14·1 min read·21 words

SpaceX: NTIA Should Reject Virginia's BEAD Plan

The company said it should have won more locations in the state.

Aug 14·1 min read·19 words

Somos Urges FCC to Advance End-to-End Call Verification to Fight Robocalls

The proposed ‘trust model’ builds on STIR/SHAKEN measures to confirm caller identification.

Aug 13·1 min read·23 words

Hoopa Valley Tribe Partners With State for High-Speed Internet Backbone

The project represents the first joint-build agreement between a tribal group and the California Department of Technology.

Aug 13·1 min read·27 words

Rural Carrier Trade Groups to FCC: Members Need Opex Support

RWA and CCA said they expected 'several' more providers to ask for extra funds to avoid shutting down cell sites.

Aug 13·1 min read·30 words

Ookla Finds Stark Differences in Tribal Broadband Performances

Tribal Nations continue to push for better connectivity.

Aug 13·1 min read·16 words

Industry Groups Ask FCC to Rescind Certain Cybersecurity Regulations

Groups call regulations ‘onerous and vague.’

Aug 13·1 min read·15 words

Judge’s Ruling Ensures Some Vermont Residents Won’t Face Internet Outage

A district representing 31 towns is planning to switch to a new, nonprofit operator for its fiber network.

Aug 13·1 min read·28 words

House Judiciary Presses Major Leagues About Sports Video Blackouts

Watching sports is becoming too costly for many consumers.

Aug 13·1 min read·18 words

Coalition Renews Call for FCC to Consolidate Review of UScellular Deals

Coalition indicates that its not finished fighting UScellular-T-Mobile transaction, closed or not.

Aug 13·1 min read·23 words

AOL Finally Shutting Down its Dial-up Internet Service

AOL introduced many households to the world wide web for the first time in the 90s and early 2000s.

Aug 13·1 min read·27 words

SpaceX Launches Fourth Batch of Project Kuiper Satellites

Amazon is trying to catch up to Starlink.

Aug 12·1 min read·16 words

ESPN and Fox Announce Streaming Partnership

Another break with the cable bundle.

Aug 12·1 min read·12 words

YouTube to Begin Testing a New AI-Powered Age Verification System in the U.S.

Political pressure has been building on websites to better verify ages to shield children from inappropriate content.

Aug 12·1 min read·30 words

FCC’s Trusty Announces Staff Changes

Marcus Maher to serve as Senior Legal Advisor.

Aug 12·1 min read·13 words

Consumers’ Research Continues Legal Attacks on USF

Group calls on FCC to cut fees despite Supreme Court ruling.

Aug 12·1 min read·18 words

AT&T CTO Outlines Plan to Become ‘Lowest Cost’ Data Transport Provider

Legg says converging networks, modernizing infrastructure, and expanding AI key to the plan.

Aug 12·1 min read·24 words

Work Begins on $87M Michigan Middle Mile Project

Project will pass fiber through island relying on DSL.

Aug 12·1 min read·17 words

Public Interest Groups Urge NTIA to Keep Community Anchor Institutions Definition ‘Flexible’

Groups warn that senior centers, houses of worship could be excluded from BEAD.

Aug 12·1 min read·25 words

Placerville to Break Ground on $20.2 million Fiber-Optic Broadband Project

Taxpayers funding the broadband project.

Aug 11·1 min read·15 words

WideOpenWest Taken Private in $1.5 Billion Deal

Shareholders will be compensated $5.20 a share, as telecommunications provider posts revenue of $144.2 million

Aug 11·1 min read·22 words

Detroit Public Housing Residents to Get Free High-Speed Internet with DigitalC

DigitalC, Merit, Microsoft, and Rocket partner on free internet pilot in Detroit.

Aug 11·1 min read·23 words

NTIA: States Can’t Enforce Rate Laws on BEAD Participants

Only New York has a law regulating broadband prices for low-income households.

Aug 11·1 min read·21 words

Local Governments Challenge FCC’s Use of Direct Final Rule

‘DFR not an appropriate vehicle for such significant change,’ over 85 localities argue.

Aug 11·1 min read·22 words

Canadian Internet Policy Sparks Backlash

Canada’s internet market may get too competitive for small telecoms.

Aug 11·1 min read·15 words

USF Contribution Factor Expected to Hit Record 39.3 Percent

Would represent a 3.3 percentage point increase from Q3 2025.

Aug 11·1 min read·19 words

Bell Canada: Ziply Counts 375,000 Fiber Subs

The Northwest ISP is expected to hit 2 million fiber passings by 2028.

Aug 11·1 min read·20 words

Nuclear Power Resurges, Absent a Strong Environmentalist Response

Is the sound of silence replacing the roar of the crowds against ‘no more nukes’?

Aug 11·7 min read·1236 words

As Electric Bills Rise, Evidence Mounts That Data Centers Share Blame

States are under pressure to insulate regular household and business ratepayers from the costs of feeding Big Tech’s energy-hungry data centers.

Aug 9·1 min read·32 words

Former FCC Chairwoman Rosenworcel Named Executive Director of MIT Media Lab

Rosenworcel to bring policy expertise and public-interest focus to tech innovation hub at MIT

Aug 8·1 min read·25 words

FCC Commissioner Trusty: 'How Mississippi Leads in America’s Digital Future'

Trusty promotes the FCC’s ‘Build America Agenda’ and its promise for rural communities

Aug 8·1 min read·23 words

Massachusetts Governor Announces $31.5 Million for Public Housing Internet

Funding will connect more than 13,700 housing units to reliable, high-speed internet service.

Aug 8·1 min read·22 words

Under Louisiana’s New BEAD Plan, 80% of Locations Will Get Fiber

That's down from 95% under the state's Biden administration plan

Aug 8·1 min read·21 words

Public Interest Groups Won’t Take Net Neutrality Case to Supreme Court Now

Groups say political climate too hostile for a high court appeal.

Aug 8·1 min read·23 words

Rural Co-ops Back NTIA’s Overhaul of Environmental Review Rules

NRECA praises alignment with new law and Supreme Court ruling.

Aug 8·1 min read·19 words

Experts Spar Over Consumers Need For Internet Speeds

Panelists split on whether gigabit broadband was essential or overhyped.

Aug 8·1 min read·18 words

Big Telecom Carriers Bankroll the Universal Service Fund

Panelist estimates that AT&T alone pays over $1 billion into the fund

Aug 8·1 min read·20 words

A Staredown Between States and NTIA Over the Future of ‘Non-Deployment’ Funding

State broadband offices worry they’ll get the short end of the pencils they are sharpening.

Aug 8·1 min read·27 words

Gomez Wary of FCC’s Deployment Inquiry

The agency is proposing to scrap assessments of broadband affordability and adoption.

Aug 7·1 min read·18 words

FCC Repeals 98 Antiquated Rules and Regulations

Next iteration of ‘Delete’ initiative targets outdated broadcast policies

Aug 7·1 min read·16 words

FCC Unanimously Approves Buildout of Secure Submarine Cables

‘The unseen heroes of global communications.’

Aug 7·1 min read·14 words

Altice Down 35,000 Broadband Subscribers

The company was optimistic losses would stabilize.

Aug 7·1 min read·12 words

FCC Unanimously Votes to Narrow Environmental Review Rules Under Amended NEPA

It’s about ‘striking the right balance.’

Aug 7·1 min read·17 words

FCC Adopts New Satellite Licensing Reforms

SpaceX, Kuiper pushed for more flexibility; CTIA warned of 5G interference risks

Aug 7·1 min read·18 words

Virginia Looking to Get Fiber to 81 Percent of BEAD Locations

About 10 percent of the state's eligible locations would be served by satellite under its plan.

Aug 7·1 min read·27 words

Colorado to Fund Cyber Risk Plans for ISPs Ahead of BEAD Deployment

The state was vetting vendors to help ISPs.

Aug 7·1 min read·20 words

Trump Plans 100% Tariff on Computer Chips, Unless Companies Build in U.S.

Prices for household appliances and other electronics could raise in response.

Aug 7·1 min read·23 words

FCC to Modernize Disaster Reporting System

Commission reviews more ‘unnecessary’ regulations.

Aug 7·1 min read·11 words

Feinman: ‘No Particular Reason’ for BEAD Labor Requirements

Former BEAD Director and others argue that Biden should have deployed BEAD funds faster.

Aug 6·1 min read·22 words

Senate Approves FY2026 USDA Budget

Proposes $96 million for rural broadband grants and loans in FY26.

Aug 6·1 min read·16 words

Public Interest Groups Quiet on Net Neutrality Ahead of Aug. 8 Supreme Court Deadline

A decades-old legal battle could be over.

Aug 6·1 min read·21 words

NTIA Optimistic About Upper C-band Auction

The agency said 150 megahertz could be sold off if new aircraft altimeters were widely installed.

Aug 6·1 min read·22 words

SpaceX to Launch Project Kuiper Satellites on Aug. 7

Amazon counting on SpaceX to deploy its LEO network.

Aug 6·1 min read·18 words

Senators Propose Task Force to Tackle Foreign Robocall Threat

FCC-led task force would strategize to stop international robocall fraud.

Aug 6·1 min read·19 words

Arizona Sees 33% Increase in BEAD Applications

New applicants represent a mix of technologies.

Aug 6·1 min read·14 words

FCC Moves Forward With Broadband Deployment Inquiry

The agency also proposed reducing price regulations on legacy business data services.

Aug 6·1 min read·19 words

New Study Sheds Light on ChatGPT's Alarming Interactions With Teens

The Associated Press reviewed interactions where the chatbot gave detailed plans for drug use, eating disorders, and even suicide notes

Aug 6·1 min read·30 words

FCC Urged to Fully Fund Remaining Cybersecurity Pilot Program Applicants

Withdrawn applications free up enough to fund all others in full, New York's E-rate coordinator argued.

Aug 6·1 min read·26 words

Tariffs Will Fall More on Fixed Wireless Than on Fiber: Industry Experts

Fiber impact not as great as expected, said fiber exec. Fixed wireless more vulnerable, said wireless exec.

Aug 6·1 min read·29 words

29% of Minnesota Locations Received No Bids For BEAD

Minnesota Broadband Director Bree Maki cited decreased participation from fiber providers

Aug 6·1 min read·20 words

Arkansas Experiences 25% Decline in Applicants for BEAD Funding

Arkansas broadband director also warned that BEAD projects may be delayed into 2026.

Aug 6·1 min read·22 words

Starlink, Kuiper Eager for More Spectrum, Higher Power

The FCC is looking to ditch international power level limits in some bands.

Aug 5·1 min read·21 words

NTIA Confirms RDOF Defaults After June 6 Excluded From BEAD Eligibility

‘At some point we just had to draw a line,’ NTIA's chief of staff confirmed.

Aug 5·1 min read·26 words

BEAD Policy Shift Sparks Industry Concern Over Workforce and Supply Chain

Paused BEAD projects leave trained workers idle and domestic fiber warehouses full

Aug 5·1 min read·23 words

Industry Urges Federal Action to Stop Attacks on Critical Communications Infrastructure

Trade groups seek tougher laws on broadband sabotage.

Aug 5·1 min read·19 words

NextNav Pushes Back Against Tolling Groups

Dispute at FCC over spectrum interference continues.

Aug 5·1 min read·13 words

Vermont Receives BEAD Bids for Every Underserved Address in the State

All unserved and underserved locations received bids for service, VCBB reports.

Aug 5·1 min read·22 words

State AG Warns Colorado AI Bill Could Drive Innovation Out of State

Colorado’s top law enforcement officer pushes back against the state’s landmark AI regulation.

Aug 5·1 min read·25 words

Law Enforcement Calls on NTIA to Protect FirstNet Authority

NTIA as a potential ally.

Aug 5·1 min read·14 words

Fiber, Fixed Wireless Adds Improved Over Last Q2, Cable Worsened

Analysts don’t expect cable subscriber growth soon.

Aug 5·1 min read·17 words

Senate Bill Would Terminate USDA’s Community Connect Grant Program

The program supports broadband expansion in rural areas where service does not exist.

Aug 5·1 min read·22 words

LFA Demands Trade Groups Back Up Accusations Against Local Governments

‘Undocumented, unnamed, unsubstantiated and unverified.’

Aug 5·1 min read·15 words

No More IXPs Means No More AI Development

Panelists at Mountain Connect argued that IXPs are key for delivering ultra-low latencies for AI

Aug 5·1 min read·23 words

Groups to FCC: Continue Assessing Broadband Affordability, Adoption

The agency is set to vote Thursday on whether to propose scrapping the inquiries, which were first conducted last year.

Aug 5·1 min read·28 words

States Face LEO Dilemma as BEAD Program Revamps

Industry experts warn low-Earth orbit providers may not meet BEAD's federal broadband requirements.

Aug 4·1 min read·21 words

New York Reaches Deal with Securus to End Prison Phone Fees

Joins five other states in covering the cost of phone calls from prison.

Aug 4·1 min read·24 words

Energy Department Picks Federal Sites for AI Data Center Development

The Trump administration’s push to accelerate AI deployment begins to materialize

Aug 4·3 min read·490 words

FCC to Narrow Environmental and Historic Reviews of Wireless Build

Certain small cells, towers, and rural 5G builds may soon bypass NEPA and historic site reviews

Aug 4·1 min read·26 words

Lawmakers Open Comment Portal on Future of Universal Service Fund

Working group sought input on the effectiveness of USF programs, proposed reforms

Aug 4·1 min read·22 words

T-Mobile-UScellular Deal Closes

Opponents have asked FCC commissioners to rescind bureau-level approval and review the transaction.

Aug 4·1 min read·16 words

Wireless Now Dominates Colorado’s BEAD Applications

New BEAD rules push some Colorado providers away from fiber

Aug 1·1 min read·16 words

EchoStar Launching LEO Service, FCC Talks Ongoing

The company also added 212,000 mobile subscribers in the second quarter.

Aug 1·1 min read·18 words

Luján Presses NTIA’s New Chief to Act on Broadband Funds ‘Day One’

Restoring digital equity and broadband funds should be Roth's first act as Administrator, Luján says.

Aug 1·1 min read·27 words

Musk, a Social Media Powerhouse, Boosts Fortunes of Hard-Right Figures in Europe

Musk is helping unite nationalists across borders in common cause to halt migration, overturn progressive policies and promote an absolutist vision of free speech.

Aug 1·1 min read·36 words

Cable One Testing Mobile Service

The cable operator lost 13,500 broadband subscribers in the second quarter.

Aug 1·1 min read·16 words

Sens. Fischer, Cortez Mastro Introduce MAP for Broadband Funding Act

Bill pushes FCC to improve functionality and and transparency of broadband spending map

Aug 1·1 min read·23 words

Hundreds of Defaulted Colorado RDOF Locations May Be Ineligible for BEAD

Commnet notified FCC of default 20 days too late for BEAD

Aug 1·1 min read·22 words

Rural Texas County's Top Leaders Were Asleep, Out of Town During Initial Hours of Flood Crisis

Lawmakers have filed bills to improve emergency communications and provide additional funding for affected areas.

Aug 1·1 min read·31 words

Study: Data Centers Will Require 214M More Fiber Miles By 2029

Increase in fiber miles will require permitting relief, other actions, study says.

Aug 1·1 min read·23 words

Mission Telecom Pledges $20M in Grants for Grassroots Movements, Telecom Justice

50-plus grantees receive funding to strengthen democracy, voter engagement, and more

Aug 1·1 min read·22 words

Lumen Reports Over $900M in Q2 Losses

Some investors panic even as most losses come from special items.

Jul 31·1 min read·18 words

EchoStar Makes Interest Payments, Avoiding Default

FCC Chairman Brendan Carr thinks the company's spectrum is underused.

Jul 31·1 min read·16 words

Ontario Terminates $92 Million Starlink Contract

Kill fee remains a mystery.

Jul 31·1 min read·11 words

Groups Challenge FCC's Bureau-Level Order Suspending Prison Phone Rate Cap

The groups argue that the bureau's order delaying compliance to 2027 violates federal law.

Jul 31·1 min read·24 words

Comcast Down 226,000 Broadband Subs

The company posted its highest mobile gains ever with 378,000 new lines.

Jul 31·1 min read·17 words

WISPA Argues Support for FWA Creates BEAD Funding Surplus for States

Others say BEAD rules don’t allow it.

Jul 31·1 min read·18 words

FCC Chair Hit With Legal Ethics Complaint Over Alleged Abuse of Office

Watchdog calls for disbarment over Carr’s role in Paramount’s settlement with Trump

Jul 31·1 min read·24 words

Experts Warn Congress of ‘Surveillance Pricing’ Fueled by Lax Privacy Laws

Weak data privacy laws need to be strengthened, witnesses say

Jul 31·1 min read·21 words

Chinese Researchers Suggest Lasers and Sabotage to Counter Musk’s Starlink Satellites

Starlink’s omnipresence and potential military applications have unnerved Beijing and spurred China's scientists to action.

Jul 31·1 min read·26 words

Citynet CEO: West Virginia Broadband Held Back by Pole Fights

W.V. provider expresses hope that problems will soon be fixed

Jul 31·1 min read·20 words

Senators Confront Benefits of AI in Finance and Insurance Markets

Witnesses expressed support for Trump’s AI Action Plan

Jul 30·1 min read·18 words

Experts Clash on Online Age Verification

Does age verification endanger free speech?

Jul 30·1 min read·12 words

New Jersey Lawmakers Urge Restoration of Digital Equity Funding

Call for reversal of Trump-era cuts as 22-state lawsuit challenges legal basis

Jul 30·1 min read·21 words

Tilson Sues Gigapower Over Contract Dispute

$200 million is on the line.

Jul 30·1 min read·12 words

Analysis: LEO Bids Average $886 Per Location in Tennessee BEAD Round

Fixed wireless requested $1,289 per location, fiber averaged $4,903

Jul 30·1 min read·20 words

Trade Group Wants Pennsylvania to Curb BEAD Labor Costs

Without change, some could be left behind.

Jul 30·1 min read·16 words

Trade Group: State Rate Caps Threaten BEAD Program

So far, only New York has a law in effect.

Jul 30·1 min read·18 words

Cheyenne to Host Data Center Using More Electricity Than All Wyoming Homes

Data center energy requirements driven by artificial intelligence-driven data center in the remotely populated western state.

Jul 30·1 min read·28 words

KKR, T-Mobile Finalize Multibillion Acquisition of Metronet

T-Mobile projected to pass 12-15 million homes with fiber

Jul 29·1 min read·16 words

Frontier Adds 126,000 Fiber Subs

Fiber footprint keeps expanding.

Jul 29·1 min read·9 words

Consulting Firm Creates Digital Opportunity Index Measuring ISPs

Group hopes index will supplement ESG for evaluating ISPs.

Jul 29·1 min read·17 words

Governors Call on Congress to Prioritize Broadband Deployment

Asks for 'flexibility’ in administering broadband programs.

Jul 29·1 min read·15 words

Trade Association Warns Wireless Market Structure Threatens National Security

NATE calls for an immediate response.

Jul 29·1 min read·15 words

Senator Demands Answers from Musk About Asia-Based Crypto Scams

SpaceX leader asked to explain Starlink's role.

Jul 29·1 min read·16 words

Big Tech-backed Group Supports Musk at FCC

Group’s support comes as Project Kuiper sets to begin service in 2025.

Jul 29·1 min read·19 words

New York State’s Dryden Fiber Celebrates 400th Local Subscriber

Dryden Fiber working to serve rural areas deemed 'unprofitable' by telecom giants.

Jul 29·1 min read·21 words

CWA Slams New BEAD Rules

‘Fiber is the best broadband technology of today and tomorrow.’

Jul 28·1 min read·15 words

FTC Commissioner Removed for the Second Time

Only three commissioners remain.

Jul 28·1 min read·11 words

Texas BEAD Data Reveals Heavy Bidding from Satellite Providers

SpaceX bids on virtually all BEAD locations in the Lone Star state

Jul 28·1 min read·21 words

Will More AI Help Combat Easy-to-Create Deepfakes?

Criminals and hackers are using AI to gain access to critical systems or business secrets.

Jul 28·1 min read·22 words

Starlink Software Failure Causes Global Outage

Thousands without internet for hours.

Jul 28·1 min read·11 words

CPUC Raises Concerns Over Verizon’s Rollback of DEI Programs

Verizon has until July 30 to respond to assertions it may be violating California law

Jul 28·1 min read·24 words

Carr Pushes Build America Agenda

Current FCC Chairman spoke to former FCC leaders, sharing his goals for the future of the commission.

Jul 25·1 min read·22 words

House Committee Delays Markup of FY26 NTIA Bill

Releases draft report outlining new BEAD policy directives

Jul 25·1 min read·16 words

Anchorage Update: Lessons from the Frontier State

Industry executives, tribal leaders and policymakers came together to connect more Alaskans.

Jul 25·8 min read·1462 words

NYC Mayor Announces Program to Deliver Free and Low-Cost Wi-Fi to Low-Income Residents

‘Liberty Link’ will serve 2,200 households across 35 affordable housing buildings

Jul 25·1 min read·24 words

NextNav Fires Back At Allegations 900 MHz Plan Would Cost Billions

Analysis relied on ‘extreme, unsupported, and highly speculative assumptions,’ NextNav argued.

Jul 25·1 min read·22 words

FCC Plans to Scrap Biden-era Gigabit Broadband Goal

The proposal is scheduled for a vote on August 7

Jul 25·1 min read·18 words

FCC Approves Skydance–Paramount Merger Amid ‘Back-Door’ Deal Allegations

Commissioner Gomez declined to commit to probe

Jul 25·1 min read·15 words

Charter Down 117,000 Broadband Subs

That's more losses than Wall Street had expected.

Jul 25·1 min read·13 words

Trump's AI Plan Calls for Massive Data Centers

Here's how it may affect energy in the U.S.

Jul 25·1 min read·17 words

Experts Debate AI Strategy and the ‘Race’ for Global Leadership

Panelists weigh risks, values, and accountability following announcement of White House AI action plan

Jul 24·1 min read·24 words

FCC Adopts Direct Final Rule Over Protests

'Certainly under this Chairman, it will not be abused,’ FCC's General Counsel vowed.

Jul 24·1 min read·20 words

FCC Updates Pole Attachment Rules

The agency adopted a timeline for utilities to respond to contractor approval requests from ISPs.

Jul 24·1 min read·20 words

FCC Unanimously Approves Measure to Speed Transition from Copper Lines

Commission advances Carr’s deregulatory ‘Build America’ agenda

Jul 24·1 min read·17 words

Trump Administration Canceled a $4.9B Loan Guarantee for a Line to Deliver Green Power

Trump administration has canceled a federal loan which guaranteed delivering solar and wind-generated electricity to the midwest.

Jul 24·4 min read·763 words

FCC Declines Tribal Window for AWS-3 Auction, but Keeps Door Open for the Future

The agency will take comment on allowing tribes to apply for free spectrum licenses in future auctions.

Jul 24·1 min read·31 words

FCC Reviewing State AI Laws Under White House Plan

President Donald Trump signed three executive orders, including one aimed at promoting data center construction.

Jul 24·1 min read·24 words

T-Mobile Up 454,000 Fixed Wireless Subs

CEO Mike Sievert said the carrier wasn't interested in a consumer MVNO deal with the cable giants.

Jul 23·1 min read·23 words

Amazon and SpaceX Undercut Competition in Tennessee BEAD Bidding

Average LEO bids were $228K, a fraction of the $2.7M requested by fiber providers, on average.

Jul 23·1 min read·25 words

Railroad Association Can Challenge Virginia Crossing Law, Fourth Circuit Rules

The case will be sent back to U.S. District Court in Virginia.

Jul 23·1 min read·22 words

NCTA Urges the FCC to Reject Expansion of Regulatory Fees

Battle of the trade associations.

Jul 23·1 min read·15 words

Study Finds BEAD Locations Plummet After Rule Changes

Does Connecticut need any BEAD money?

Jul 23·1 min read·14 words

AT&T Adds Over 200K Internet Air Customers in Q2

Fiber base also grows by 243K as company ramps up investments

Jul 23·1 min read·20 words

Comcast, Charter Ink Business MVNO Deal with T-Mobile

The cable operators will be able to offer wireless service to mid-size businesses.

Jul 23·1 min read·21 words

Senate Confirms Roth to Lead NTIA

Former Cruz staffer will head up deployment of the BEAD program

Jul 23·1 min read·17 words

National Laboratory Ceases Monitoring of U.S. Critical Infrastructure for Cyberthreats

Expert reveals that funding holdup at DHS has left some critical infrastructure more vulnerable to novel cybersecurity attacks

Jul 23·1 min read·28 words

22 House Democrats Slam Trump Administration Overhaul of BEAD

Letter accuses Commerce Secretary of defying Congress' intent, threatening rural connectivity

Jul 23·1 min read·20 words

Trump's New AI Plan Leans Heavily on Silicon Valley Industry Ideas

The plan being released Wednesday is expected to focus on boosting artificial intelligence technology exports, streamlining permits for energy-intensive data center.

Jul 23·1 min read·32 words

Utilities, Cable Still at Odds on Draft Pole Order

Groups are continuing to meet with staff ahead of Thursday's vote.

Jul 22·1 min read·20 words

California Bill Modernizing 'Carrier of Last Resort' Rules Advances

AB 470 clears Senate committee by a 9–1 vote

Jul 22·1 min read·18 words

Former NRC Boss Says Nuclear Power Safe

‘The United States is safer today.’

Jul 22·1 min read·13 words

House Panel Refuses to Give FCC a Raise

A House subcommittee advanced a bill to provide $390.2 million for the agency's operation.

Jul 22·1 min read·22 words

Honoree Declines FCC Accessibility Award

‘An act of resistance.’

Jul 22·1 min read·9 words

White House to Unveil AI Action Plan

Policies aim to boost energy supply, streamline permitting, and rein in state-level AI regulation.

Jul 22·1 min read·21 words

Charter Communications Matches Trump’s ‘Invest in America’ Initiative

Payday for Charter newborns.

Jul 22·1 min read·12 words

Carr FCC Fighting to Keep $57 Million Fine against AT&T

The agency is trying to protect its ability to levy fines.

Jul 22·1 min read·21 words

NTIA Approves Updated BEAD Initial Proposals From All 56 States and Territories

The ‘Benefit of the Bargain’ round is underway in 48 states and territories

Jul 21·1 min read·25 words

FCC Opposed to More USF Briefing at Fifth Circuit

The Supreme Court preserved the broadband subsidy last month.

Jul 21·1 min read·18 words

Report: Starlink May Only Meet Federal Standards in Most Rural Areas

Starlink may flunk federal test above 6 users per square mile

Jul 21·1 min read·22 words

Judge Rules Trump Unlawfully Fired FTC Commissioner

Slaughter returns to work.

Jul 21·1 min read·11 words

Verizon’s Fixed Wireless Adds Miss Expectations

The carrier's 278,000 fixed wireless additions were its lowest since 2022.

Jul 21·1 min read·17 words

Markey, Schumer Slam FCC for ‘Double Standard’ on Media Investigations

Senators urge FCC to end CBS probe, citing misleading Fox News’ edits

Jul 21·1 min read·22 words

United Airlines Restores Starlink Internet After Radio Interference

Internet service launch hit early turbulence.

Jul 21·1 min read·14 words

X Says French Accusations of Data Tampering and Fraud are Politically Motivated

Claims involve an automated data processing system, but details remain unclear

Jul 21·1 min read·23 words

Court Permits Mississippi's Social Media Age Verification Law to Go Into Effect

A three-judge panel of the 5th Circuit Court of Appeals overruled a decision by a federal district judge to block the 2024 law.

Jul 21·1 min read·35 words

CCI Systems Acquires Total Site Services

Deal offers 'comprehensive solutions across various sectors' as carriers and private‑network operators harden and densify 5G footprints.

Jul 19·1 min read·23 words

Reform to Universal Service Fund Still Urgently Needed, Say Experts

The Universal Service Fund remains unstable and in need of structural change, panelists said.

Jul 18·1 min read·24 words

States Report Few Valid Challenges Under BEAD’s Mapping Update

Fears of massive eligibility losses did not materialize

Jul 18·1 min read·17 words

FCC Chairman Carr Begs for Less Paperwork

Agency leader looking to promote innovation through fewer regulations.

Jul 18·1 min read·16 words

Verizon Shoots Down RWA’s Request for Access to MVNO Agreement

‘Any potential basis for reviewing the Highly Confidential Information in the record is now moot,' Verizon said.

Jul 18·1 min read·27 words

‘Fair Use or Foul Play?’: Senate Subcommittee Hears Experts on AI Pirating Written Works

Debate centers on whether training AI with pirated books qualifies as fair use.

Jul 18·1 min read·27 words

WISPA Claims Kentucky Regulators Misinterpreted BEAD Rules

Wireless internet providers may be in trouble.

Jul 18·1 min read·14 words

Groups Oppose FCC Plan to Let Bureaus Eliminate Rules

Proposal tied to Carr’s 'Delete' initiative expected at July 24 meeting

Jul 18·1 min read·20 words

Congress Approves Trump's $9 Billion Cut to Public Broadcasting and Foreign Aid

The vote marked the first time in decades that a president has successfully submitted such a rescissions request to Congress.

Jul 18·1 min read·32 words

House Sends Bill Regulating Stablecoins, a Type of Cryptocurrency, to Trump

The stablecoin bill, passed on a 308-122 vote, sets initial guardrails and consumer protections for the cryptocurrency.

Jul 18·1 min read·28 words

Hilliary Communications to Acquire TDS Telecom’s Oklahoma Operations

Applicants assert that the deal qualifies for streamlined review.

Jul 17·1 min read·17 words

Senate Invokes Cloture on Roth Nomination

Former Cruz staffer could be running the NTIA as early as next week

Jul 17·1 min read·19 words

'Imagine You Wake Up Tomorrow and You Don't Have Any Access to the Internet'

Experts explore how to guarantee America’s digital future, in anticipation of upcoming events on broadband, energy and resilience.

Jul 17·1 min read·32 words

Senate Votes to Cut Funding for NPR, PBS

Sends amended rescissions package back to the House

Jul 17·1 min read·16 words

California’s Affordable Broadband Bill Dead for 2025

State lawmaker points finger at the Trump administration.

Jul 17·1 min read·15 words

Google Commits $3B to Hydropower for Pennsylvania Data Centers

Partnership with Brookfield delivers 3,000 megawatts of hydroelectric capacity to Google 

Jul 17·1 min read·20 words

Law Enforcement Must Adapt as Criminals Weaponize AI

‘Use what criminals use for bad, for good.’

Jul 17·1 min read·16 words

Senate Vote-a-Rama on $9.4 Billion Rescissions Package Begins

Bill would eliminate $1.1B in public broadcasting support for PBS and NPR

Jul 16·1 min read·20 words

Proponents Still Pushing for Tribal Licensing Window in Upcoming Auction

A draft version of the FCC's rules for the AWS-3 auction would not include one.

Jul 16·1 min read·25 words

SpaceX Sends Amazon Satellites into Space

Project Kuiper sends 24 more satellites into low orbit.

Jul 16·1 min read·15 words

Charter, Cox Pitch Merger to FCC

They said the combined company would be better able to compete for fixed and mobile broadband subscribers.

Jul 16·1 min read·23 words

Senate Committee Asks: Is Crypto a Commodity?

Discussion comes as House Republicans stall debate on three major crypto bills

Jul 16·1 min read·19 words

Charter Again Classifies Network Vandalism As ‘Domestic Terrorism’

Could broadband damage pose a national security threat?

Jul 16·1 min read·16 words

GCI Liberty Completes Spin-Off From Liberty Broadband

Separation comes ahead of Liberty Broadband’s merger with Charter Communications.

Jul 16·1 min read·17 words

Trump Promotes Energy and Tech Investments at a Summit in Pennsylvania

Investments framed as part of a race against China for the most advanced deployment of artificial intelligence

Jul 16·1 min read·28 words

Thune Tees Up Senate Vote for Arielle Roth

Thune filed a motion to invoke cloture on her nomination Tuesday.

Jul 16·1 min read·19 words

Who’s to Blame for BEAD? Join in an Open Discussion

Big Telecom, elected Democrats, someone else?

Jul 16·1 min read·16 words

Bessemer, Ala. Delays Vote on $14.5 Billion Data Center

City Council holds off amid concerns over water use, environmental impact

Jul 16·1 min read·20 words

Utilities Want Tweaks to Pole Attachment Draft Order

Electric companies also supported some parts of the draft.

Jul 15·1 min read·17 words

House Backs Permanent FCC Council on Network Security

Passes measure to formalize advisory group focused on network security and reliability.

Jul 15·1 min read·20 words

FCC's New Cybersecurity Council Focuses on Supply Chain Threats

Telecom security takes center stage in the new Republican-led FCC agenda.

Jul 15·1 min read·20 words

CBRS Users Defend Band to FCC

WISPA said a forced relocation would disadvantage current users for the benefit of major wireless carriers.

Jul 15·1 min read·22 words

Starlink on the Rise in Canada

‘Starlink has changed our lives out on the land.’

Jul 15·1 min read·15 words

Diversity Groups Back Verizon’s Request for Uniform Unlocking

Verizon gains an ally.

Jul 15·1 min read·12 words

Albuquerque Lifts Stop-Work Order for Vexus and Ezee Fiber

Fiber companies may resume construction under stricter city rules.

Jul 15·1 min read·18 words

Trump and Sen. Dave McCormick Team up to Promote Energy Investments in Pennsylvania

The state's political and business leaders are working to forge a hub for robotics, artificial intelligence and energy

Jul 15·1 min read·31 words

States Cracking Down on Pole Violations With New Legislation

Move to end ‘double poles.’

Jul 15·1 min read·14 words

USDA Cuts Race and Gender Criteria From Rural Development Programs

Follows March rollback of equity scoring in broadband grants.

Jul 15·1 min read·19 words

House Passes Slate of Telecom Bills

The bills would codify spectrum testing and cybersecurity teams already working within NTIA, among other things.

Jul 15·1 min read·22 words

FBA: ‘The Fiber Industry Could Not Be Better’

Trade association elated by passage of OBBB

Jul 14·4 min read·635 words

FCC Approves BCE Purchase of Ziply

The Canadian firm is set to acquire Ziply in a deal valued at $5 billion.

Jul 14·1 min read·21 words

Senate Panel Advances USDA Budget, Trims ReConnect in FY26

Senate appropriators cut $56 million from House’s proposed ReConnect budget.

Jul 14·1 min read·19 words

New Mexico City Manager Unlawfully Rejected Broadband Funding

Thousands left behind without explanation.

Jul 14·1 min read·13 words

Carr Eliminates Already Defunct Net Neutrality Regulations

‘Why not? I figured people couldn’t die a second time,’ FCC Chairman said.

Jul 14·1 min read·20 words

RWA to Appeal FCC’s T-Mobile-UScellular Approval

Rural carriers had opposed the $4.3 billion deal and wanted conditions imposed on any approval.

Jul 14·1 min read·21 words

Quintillion to Repair Broken Arctic Fiber Line After Six-Month Delay

Repairs begin, but plan for terrestrial backup network remains on ice

Jul 14·1 min read·21 words

Bipartisan Senate Bill Would Revive FTC’s Click-to-Cancel Rule

Lawmakers want to make it easy to drop cable and Internet plans.

Jul 14·1 min read·20 words

Bitcoin Soars to New All-Time High as US Lawmakers Focus on Pro-Crypto Legislation

Bitcoin has hit a new all-time high, surpassing $123,000 on Monday.

Jul 14·1 min read·24 words

NCTA Asks FCC to Keep Docket Open for Cable Companies

Cable ops want to text and app-notify subscribers.

Jul 14·1 min read·18 words

FCC Approves T-Mobile, SES Purchases

T-Mobile is set to acquire UScellular's wireless business for $4.3 billion, and SES is purchasing Intelsat for $3.1 billion.

Jul 11·1 min read·24 words

Remote Maine Island Celebrates Completion of Full Fiber Network

Isle Au Haut completes fiber internet project after years of planning

Jul 11·1 min read·20 words

NCTA Urges FCC to Defer Verizon Petition

Asks FCC to adopt uniform unlocking requirements instead

Jul 11·1 min read·15 words

Greenlight Networks to Acquire Loop Internet Assets

Acquisition of locally owned provider to boost fiber-to-the-home in the region

Jul 11·1 min read·18 words

FCC Approves T-Mobile-Metronet Deal

The wireless carrier committed to end more diversity initiatives.

Jul 11·1 min read·13 words

DOJ Approves T-Mobile-UScellular Deal, but Harbors Concern About Wireless Consolidation

T-Mobile is set to acquire UScellular's 4.4 million customers and about a third of its specrtrum for $4.3 billion.

Jul 11·1 min read·29 words

EU Unveils AI Code of Practice to Help Businesses Comply with Bloc’s Rules

EU code is voluntary, and complements the EU's AI Act

Jul 11·1 min read·23 words

Broadcasters to FCC: Expand Who Pays Regulatory Fees

NAB says legacy media shoulders too much of FCC’s costs

Jul 11·1 min read·18 words

ACLU Hosts Summit on Potential Pitfalls, Promises of AI

Panelists note AI’s dual potential to dismantle or deepen discrimination

Jul 11·1 min read·19 words

Fixed Wireless Emerges as Contender for BEAD Deployment

Competition between internet providers heats up.

Jul 10·1 min read·14 words

Pew: Incomplete Federal Data Threatens Effectiveness of Broadband Deployment Programs

'Gaps in data collection can cause misallocation of public resources.'

Jul 10·1 min read·20 words

Consolidated Looking to Discontinue Copper at 45,000 New England Locations

The FCC is set to vote on easing the copper retirement process later this month.

Jul 10·1 min read·25 words

Iowa Launches New BEAD Bidding Round

State expected to receive $415 million to close digital divide.

Jul 10·1 min read·16 words

Moffett Likes Charter-Cox Deal

Charter's mobile service will have more room to grow with Cox's wireline footprint.

Jul 10·1 min read·17 words

Experts Debate Real, Perceived Threats to Global Subsea Cable Infrastructure

Panel explores whether fears of cable sabotage match operational reality

Jul 10·1 min read·20 words

Comporium Names New CEO

ISP family-owned since 1912

Jul 10·1 min read·8 words

Consumer Groups Balk At Verizon’s Bid to Delay Phone Unlocking

Urge FCC to adopt uniform 60 day unlocking standard instead

Jul 10·1 min read·20 words

FCC Flooded with Comments Over Delay in Prison Phone Rate Caps

Hundreds of copy-paste comments urge FCC to fully implement the Martha Wright-Reed Act.

Jul 10·1 min read·24 words

Court Vacates FTC’s Click-to-Cancel Rule

Major cable providers prevail.

Jul 9·1 min read·9 words

SES-Intelsat Deal Clears Foreign Review

The satellite operators control much of the upper C-band.

Jul 9·1 min read·14 words

More States to Open BEAD Application Portals Under New Rules

Indiana, Maine, Missouri, and West Virginia to relaunch BEAD application round on Thursday, July 10

Jul 9·1 min read·25 words

Net Neutrality Bill in Maine Becomes Law Without Governor’s Signature

Governor Mills has yet to issue a statement about the decision

Jul 9·1 min read·21 words

T-Mobile Ending More Diversity Initiatives as Deals Await Approval

The carrier is in the process of acquiring Metronet and UScellular.

Jul 9·1 min read·20 words

Amazon CEO Pushes Back: Project Kuiper Will Pay Off

Plan is to increase competition in the LEO satellite space.

Jul 9·1 min read·19 words

Is AI Coming to 9-1-1? These Panelists Think So

Adoption of new tech reliant on adoption of NG9-1-1

Jul 9·1 min read·18 words

Harris County, Texas Establishes Broadband Task Force

County Commissioners unanimously voted after being presented with county-wide strategy to expand Internet

Jul 9·1 min read·20 words

FCC to Propose Making March Copper Waivers Permanent

The agency will also vote on a measure eliminating regulations without a notice and comment process.

Jul 8·1 min read·24 words

Broadband Bootcamp for Great Lakes Tribes to Take Place in August

Training equips Tribes with tools to build and manage their own Internet infrastructure.

Jul 8·1 min read·24 words

FCC Draft Order Would Decline Tribal Window for AWS-3 Auction

The agency said the law allowing the auction prohibited a Tribal priority window.

Jul 8·1 min read·23 words

New Jersey Launches $40M Broadband Expansion

Brightspeed alone expects to receive $9.8 million

Jul 8·1 min read·13 words

ITIF Report Addresses Evolving Broadband Market and Regulatory Challenges

'Rate regulation is inapt and ineffective.'

Jul 8·1 min read·15 words

FCC Draft Order Would Set Deadline for Large Pole Attachment Requests

The draft would also set a deadline for utilities to respond to ISP requests to approve new contractors.

Jul 8·1 min read·29 words

Ezee Fiber to Acquire Tachus Fiber

Merger to boost Ezee’s footprint across Greater Houston by 60,000 passings.

Jul 8·1 min read·17 words

Report: Wisconsin Added 163K Fiber Connections Last Year

The state’s Task Force on Broadband Access called for state investment following Trump cuts

Jul 8·1 min read·22 words

Google’s AI Overview Faces EU Antitrust Complaint

Independent publishers accuse Google of monopolizing news distribution.

Jul 7·1 min read·15 words

Senate Passes Bill to Protect USF from Weak ISPs

Bill requires ISPs to disclose financial strength to receive funds

Jul 7·1 min read·19 words

FCC: Supreme Court Decision Puts Brakes on School Bus Wi-Fi Suit

In NRC v. Texas, High Court narrowed who can challenge federal agency decisions in court

Jul 7·1 min read·26 words

ALLO Fiber Blames New BEAD Requirements for Layoffs

Fiber-optic ISP reduces staff by 9 percent across four states.

Jul 7·1 min read·18 words

FCC Keeps Lifeline Voice and Data Benefits Steady Through 2026

Bureau keeps voice-only subsidies alive for one more year

Jul 7·1 min read·19 words

Maine Officials Chart Statewide Broadband Progress During Director's Road Trip

Maine Connectivity Authority President Andrew Butcher toured the state, visiting broadband projects and community partners.

Jul 5·1 min read·25 words

How a GOP Rift Over Tech Regulation Doomed a Ban on State AI Laws in Trump's Tax Bill

'I think everyone in the conservative movement agrees we need to beat China.... I just think we have different prescriptions for doing so.'

Jul 5·1 min read·41 words

Trump Signs His Tax and Spending Cut Bill at the White House July 4 Picnic

The legislation amounts to a repudiation of the agendas of the past two Democratic presidents, including Joe Biden’s tax credits for renewable energy.

Jul 4·1 min read·38 words

Tribal Nations Build Sovereignty Through Broadband Infrastructure, Panelists Say

Tribal leaders stress infrastructure control, competition, and workforce training as foundations for digital self-determination.

Jul 4·1 min read·23 words

Wireless Industry Celebrates Spectrum Victory as Congress Sends ‘Big’ Budget Bill to Trump

Wireless industry celebrates tax incentives, others celebrate expanded R&D credits.

Jul 3·1 min read·23 words

Fiber Company Hit Water Line in Southern Indiana

Lumos left New Albany without clean water for 6 hours.

Jul 3·1 min read·18 words

Carr Floats Covering Light Poles in Federal Law

Light pole rules remain a sticking point as the FCC Chairman promotes a competitive agenda.

Jul 3·1 min read·23 words

Paramount Pays $16M to Settle ‘60 Minutes’ Suit

Settlement draws ire from Democrats and free speech advocates alike

Jul 3·1 min read·18 words

SpaceX Still Pushing for Access to EchoStar’s 2 GHz Spectrum

The FCC is probing EchoStar's use of the airwaves.

Jul 3·1 min read·19 words

House Gives Final Approval to Trump's Big Tax Bill and Sends it to Him to Sign

The bill will become a defining measure of Trump's return to the White House

Jul 3·1 min read·30 words

NYC Worker-Owned ISP Faces Uncertain Future Amid Shifting City Broadband Policy

Battle between NYC ISPs rages on.

Jul 3·1 min read·17 words

T-Mobile, Grain Fire Back at Opponents of Spectrum Deal

Rural wireless carriers oppose extending buildout deadlines.

Jul 3·1 min read·16 words

Cox Back On Track with RDOF, Except in Nebraska

ISP still subject to financial penalties in the Cornhusker State

Jul 3·1 min read·19 words

NYC’s Education Department and Public Library Pull Out of FCC’s Cybersecurity Initiative

Turn down funding from FCC’s $200 million program.

Jul 2·1 min read·20 words

Rural Fiber Providers, WISPs, at Odds on New BEAD Mapping

NTCA wants location-by-location verification of unlicensed fixed wireless, which WISPA opposes.

Jul 2·1 min read·21 words

House Republicans Struggle to Pass Budget Bill as Democrats Seek to Flip Key Votes

Major changes involving spectrum escape scrutiny as debates rage over healthcare and tax cuts

Jul 2·1 min read·28 words

FCC Chairman Carr Announces ‘Build America’ Agenda

Sioux Falls, SD, hosted Carr as he spoke on his plans for future telecom.

Jul 2·3 min read·505 words

Gov. Josh Stein Vetos REINS Act in North Carolina

Republican-supported bill rejected by Democratic Governor.

Jul 2·1 min read·15 words

States Receive NTIA Green Light to Relaunch BEAD Application Portals

Arkansas, Colorado, Michigan, and South Carolina to relaunch BEAD application round on Monday, July 7

Jul 2·1 min read·25 words

NTIA Locks Additions to Broadband Maps Under BEAD

States may delete, but not add, BEAD-eligible locations

Jul 2·1 min read·16 words

Gomez: Preserve Remaining State Control of BEAD

The FBA president said he was optimistic states would ultimately be able to maximize fiber deployment.

Jul 2·1 min read·23 words

U.S. Judge Says Huawei Must Face Criminal Case for Racketeering and Other Charges

In January 2019, the U.S. Justice Department accused Huawei of using a Hong Kong shell company called Skycom to sell equipment to Iran in violation of U.S. sanctions.

Jul 2·1 min read·41 words

Wi-Fi Forces Glum, 5G Carriers Elated as Big Budget Bill Lands in the House

The Senate version scrapped a House protection for the unlicensed 6 GHz band.

Jul 1·1 min read·27 words

What a Mayor Mamdani Could Mean for Tech Policy in NYC

The mayoral candidate has supported legislation regulating AI and providing internet access for the temporarily housed.

Jul 1·1 min read·27 words

National Science Foundation and Project Kuiper Establish Satellite Coordination Agreement

Agreement will advance both global broadband access and astronomical science.

Jul 1·1 min read·20 words

Senate GOP Removes Tax on Solar and Wind Energy but Dismantles Climate Law Passed by Democrats

Clean energy advocates were deeply disappointed by the bill

Jul 1·1 min read·25 words

AT&T Halfway To 2030 Goal of 60 Million Fiber Locations

Telecom giant just surpassed 30 million locations.

Jul 1·1 min read·17 words

House Bill Would Expose All Major FCC Rules to Repeal

GOP Lawmaker Wants to Abolish 60-day Lookback Period in Congressional Review Act.

Jul 1·1 min read·22 words

Walberg Introduces Bill to Streamline Wireless Builds on Brownfield Sites

Legislation would waive environmental reviews on previously developed land. 

Jul 1·1 min read·19 words

FCC Delays Prison Phone Rate Caps Until 2027

Commissioner Gomez said the agency had chosen 'to ignore both the law and the will of Congress' and that it is 'stalling'

Jul 1·1 min read·30 words

Law Enforcement Rallies Behind Verizon for Waiver of Phone Unlocking Rules

Growing number of police groups oppose an unlocking mandate

Jul 1·1 min read·20 words

Senate Passes Trump's Big Tax Breaks and Spending Cuts Bill

Vice President JD Vance broke a 50-50 tie, with 3 Republican senators joining all Democrats in voting against the measure.

Jul 1·1 min read·30 words

Senate Scraps AI Moratorium

Senators voted 99-1 to scrap the language from Republicans' budget bill Tuesday morning.

Jul 1·1 min read·17 words

Meta Seeks $29B from Private Investors for AI Data Centers

The social media giant is in talks with KKR, Brookfield, and others.

Jun 30·1 min read·22 words

Google Buys Land for New Data Center in Western Virginia

Tech giant paid $14 million and will invest an additional $4 million in community projects

Jun 30·1 min read·25 words

EchoStar Makes Interest Payments, Staving off Bankruptcy

The company also said it would miss payments due July 1.

Jun 30·1 min read·18 words

22 States Sue Trump Administration Over ‘Unlawful’ Federal Grant Cancellations

Lawsuit challenges rule used to cancel Digital Equity Act and other federally funded programs.

Jun 30·1 min read·24 words

Ookla: Starlink Outpaces Rivals in In-Flight Wi-Fi Performance

LEO satellite provider delivers fastest speeds and lowest latency in new analysis

Jun 30·1 min read·20 words

Cruz, Cantwell Still at Odds on AI Moratorium and BEAD Funding

Cantwell said a new amendment could still condition all $42.45 billion on complying, which Cruz continued to deny.

Jun 30·1 min read·29 words

SpaceX Offers $15-Per-Month Starlink Internet Plan in New York

Company reverses course after earlier pushback against state affordability mandate

Jun 30·1 min read·19 words

Supreme Court to Weigh in on Cox Copyright Case

Justices agreed to weigh in on whether Cox should be liable for subscribers' piracy.

Jun 30·1 min read·23 words

LSC Completes Kansas City Dark Fiber Project

Fiber company turns its sights on three major American cities.

Jun 30·1 min read·17 words

Kinetic Begins Work on $8M Fiber Project in North Carolina

ISP to expand internet access in Cabarrus and Stanly counties

Jun 30·1 min read·20 words

Shentel Announces Glo Fiber Expansion with Acquisition of WideOpen Blacksburg

Glo Fiber plans to deliver high-speed internet in Blacksburg, Virginia

Jun 30·1 min read·20 words

UScellular Fires Back at Allegations It Misuses USF Funds

Calls RWA allegations ‘baseless and unsupported.'

Jun 30·1 min read·15 words

Liberty Broadband Sets Timeline for GCI Liberty Spin-Off

GCI Liberty shares to begin trading July 15.

Jun 30·1 min read·16 words

Senate Spent 16 Hours to Read Trump's 940-Page, Foot-high Bill Aloud

Now the long debate begins: Renewed pressure to oppose the bill came from Elon Musk, who criticized it as 'utterly insane and destructive.'

Jun 29·1 min read·34 words

Tech Industry Group Sues Arkansas Over New Social Media Laws

The measure also would require social media companies to ensure their platform 'does not engage in practices to evoke any addiction or compulsive behavior.'

Jun 29·1 min read·34 words

Supreme Court Upholds Texas Law Aimed at Blocking Kids from Seeing Pornography Online

Article about Supreme Court decision includes explainer about age verification laws generally

Jun 27·1 min read·25 words

Industry, Advocates Hail Preservation of USF, But Say Reforms are Still Needed

Reactions to the Supreme Court's Friday ruling that the Universal Service Fund is Constitutional

Jun 27·1 min read·26 words

Supreme Court Upholds Universal Service Fund, 6-3

The court said the contribution scheme and management were Constitutional.

Jun 27·1 min read·17 words

FCC Replaces Professional Engineer Regulation with Qualified Engineer Standard

Unanimous vote eases broadband data collection rules.

Jun 27·1 min read·16 words

BEAD Panel Urges ISPs Not to Panic Under New Rules

Providers must navigate compressed timelines, shifting rules, and new definitions of ‘priority’ broadband.

Jun 26·1 min read·23 words

Trusty Makes FCC Debut At Open Meeting

Carr is delighted by new Republican majority.

Jun 26·1 min read·14 words

T-Mobile and Starlink Satellite Service to Officially Launch July 23

The service will come free with the carrier's top tier plans and cost $10 per month for other users, including AT&T and Verizon customers.

Jun 26·1 min read·34 words

Study Finds that BEAD May Cost Billions Less than Expected

Eligible BEAD locations may have declined 65 percent in two years.

Jun 26·1 min read·21 words

Chinese Geostationary Satellite Reaches Speed of 1Gbps

Method increases chance of usable signals by nearly 20 percent

Jun 26·1 min read·17 words

Zayo Expands To Accommodate AI Boom

Hyperscalers building increasing bandwidth infrastructure.

Jun 26·1 min read·11 words

FCC Employee Charged With Sexual Assault, Abduction

Assistant Division Chief arrested and fired.

Jun 26·1 min read·13 words

Judge Dismisses Investor Suit Against AT&T Over Lead Cables

The court said some claims were actionable and gave the investors 30 days to file a new complaint.

Jun 26·1 min read·27 words

Virginia BEAD ‘Bargain’ Round Delayed Pending NTIA Signoff

90-day shot clock ticks while state waits on Washington.

Jun 26·1 min read·17 words

Judge Dismisses Authors' Copyright Lawsuit Against Meta Over AI Training

Although Meta prevailed in its request to dismiss the case, it could turn out to be a pyrrhic victory

Jun 26·1 min read·29 words

Cruz Alleges Alliance Between China, U.S. Climate Groups Undermines American Energy

Senators clash over China’s ties with U.S. energy groups.

Jun 25·1 min read·20 words

Utilities, Rural Carriers at Odds on Spectrum Deal with T-Mobile, Grain

The carrier is looking to sell its 800 MegaHertz (MHz) licenses for cash and Grain's 600 MHz holdings.

Jun 25·1 min read·29 words

Cruz Revises AI Moratorium, Claims it Doesn’t Target BEAD Funding

Revised moratorium relabeled as ‘voluntary’ and a ‘temporary pause’

Jun 25·1 min read·19 words

Paul Dabbar Confirmed as Deputy Secretary of Commerce

'It is absolutely ridiculous that the secretary can just decide I like this or don’t like that,' said Sen. Jacky Rosen, D-Nev. 'He has no right to rescind our money.'

Jun 25·1 min read·38 words

Anthropic Wins Ruling on AI Training in Copyright Lawsuit

But must face trial on pirated books

Jun 25·1 min read·16 words

Senate Bill Attacks Apple, Google App Store Dominance

Bill continues struggle with Big Tech that began in 2021.

Jun 25·1 min read·18 words

T-Mobile-UScellular Deal Clears Trump Administration Foreign Review

A Seeking Alpha analyst estimated the deal's closing could be delayed due to turnover at the FCC.

Jun 25·1 min read·24 words

More Than 40 Lawmakers Urge Lutnick to Reverse New BEAD Guidance

'We fear this opportunity would be squandered by the restructuring notice,' the lawmakers wrote.

Jun 25·1 min read·25 words

Texas Asks Feds for More Time on BEAD, Maine 🦞 Broadband at Noon ET

Broadband Breakfast Live Online every Wednesday at 12 Noon ET

Jun 25·1 min read·24 words

Spotify Mistreating Subscribers, Senators Say

The music platform's audiobook feature allegedly exploits a loophole in federal regulations.

Jun 25·1 min read·17 words

EchoStar Fulfilled Last Commitment in Deadline Extension Deal, Company Says

The company said it 75 percent of new customers in certain areas were on its own network.

Jun 24·1 min read·27 words

Guthrie Promotes National AI Standard, Supports Moratorium

'We have to beat China,' GOP lawmaker said.

Jun 24·1 min read·15 words

Stephanie Weiner, Former NTIA Chief Counsel, Joins Georgetown Law Tech Institute

Research focus will be on closing the digital divide

Jun 24·1 min read·20 words

FCC Threatens China Mobile With Fines

Telecom company accused of showing ‘a disregard for the Commission’s authority’

Jun 24·1 min read·17 words

Joint Resolution Reversing FCC’s Wi-Fi Hotspots Rule Faces Uncertain Future

House version appears to have stalled out

Jun 24·1 min read·17 words

Trusty Sworn In As FCC Commissioner

The Republican will debut at an FCC meeting Thursday.

Jun 24·1 min read·15 words

Texas Asks Feds for More Time to Meet BEAD Deadline

The state hopes to push its BEAD deadline back by more than two months to November 21.

Jun 24·1 min read·27 words

States Could Still Use Statute to Favor Fiber for BEAD: Experts

The 2021 infrastructure law defines priority projects as those able to easily scale speeds over time.

Jun 24·1 min read·27 words

Jeffrey Lopez Appointed as New Mexico Broadband Director

Former senior policy advisor to Sen. Ben Ray Luján steps into state role at critical time

Jun 24·1 min read·24 words

Feenstra Introduces House Companion to Senate Bill that Would Assess ISPs, Big Tech

The Supreme Court is expected to rule soon on whether the $9 billion-per-year Universal Service Fund is Constitutional.

Jun 24·1 min read·31 words

Advocates: Fine Print in New BEAD Notice Favors Satellite Providers

Officials say LEO providers could skirt performance benchmarks others must meet in half the time.

Jun 24·1 min read·25 words

Non-Deployment BEAD Funds In Jeopardy, State Officials Say

BEAD’s recent policy notice narrowed qualifications for funding opportunities.

Jun 24·1 min read·17 words

Starlink Imposes $750 Surcharge on New Customers in Major Northwestern U.S. Cities

Residents in some parts of at least seven states hit with additional sign-up fees

Jun 23·1 min read·26 words

ULA’s Atlas V Launches Second Batch of Satellites for Amazon’s Project Kuiper

Amazon now has 54 operational Kuiper satellites in orbit

Jun 23·1 min read·21 words

Tillman Global Holdings Announces New Leadership at FiberCo and Digital Cities

Infrastructure investment company appoints new CEOs to lead its fiber broadband and wireless businesses.

Jun 23·1 min read·25 words

WISPA Urges NTIA to Stop States’ Unfair BEAD Requirements

Trade association accuses some states of 'unreasonable and unnecessary obstacles'

Jun 23·1 min read·19 words

Would You Hail a 'Robotaxi'? Musk Bets Cabs Will Give Tesla a Lift After Boycotts

Musk vowed service will quickly spread to other cities, reaching hundreds of thousands of vehicles by next year

Jun 23·1 min read·33 words

West Va. Gov. Announces $34.6 Million Grants for Fiber Expansion

Morrisey awards broadband funding to ISPs serving 10 counties

Jun 23·1 min read·19 words

Senate Parliamentarian Rules in Favor of AI Moratorium

State ban now faces political test

Jun 23·1 min read·14 words

Driving Towards Better Broadband, Maine Buckles Up For Difficult Road Ahead

Andrew Butcher's five-day 'Driving Connections' tour will highlight broadband infrastructure investments by Maine.

Jun 23·1 min read·24 words

Internet Outage in Much of Gaza Disrupts Humanitarian Operations, Deepens Isolation

The Gaza Strip has experienced at least 10 communications partial and full outages since the war began in October 2023.

Jun 22·1 min read·31 words

Supporters Urge Capitol Hill to Protect Unlicensed, Shared Spectrum

They worry the FCC would consider repurposing the airwaves to meet ambitious auction goals.

Jun 20·1 min read·23 words

Expert: Some States Could See Decrease in BEAD Locations Because of Unlicensed Wireless

Broadband mapping expert found that in 11 states, more than 25 percent of likely BEAD-eligible locations could be taken off the map.

Jun 20·1 min read·35 words

Texas Senator Resigns to Lead Comptroller’s Office, Citing Broadband as Key Priority

Kelly Hancock to replace Glenn Hegar, who clashed with NTIA and floated returning $1B in broadband funds

Jun 20·1 min read·29 words

Wisconsin Governor Presses for $400M Broadband Investment

State GOP rejected $750M in 2023, banking on now delayed federal funds.

Jun 20·1 min read·19 words

Supreme Court Finds District Judges Can Review Agency Rules

The telecom industry had urged justices against the move, saying it would introduce regulatory uncertainty.

Jun 20·1 min read·24 words

SpaceX Rocket Being Tested in Texas Explodes

It marked the latest in a series of incidents involving Starship rockets.

Jun 20·1 min read·19 words

Alabama Updates Companies on BEAD Pre-Qualification Rules

State Broadband teams emphasized 90-day limit for the BEAD process.

Jun 20·1 min read·17 words

Wireless Industry Blasted Over Spectrum Study

CTIA and NERA report claims $264B in gains, but critics call it exaggerated and unverified.

Jun 20·1 min read·21 words

Small Maine ISPs File with FCC to Merge

Providers say deal will serve the public interest.

Jun 19·1 min read·16 words

Federal Judge to Deny Trump Administration's Motion to Dismiss Wind Project Lawsuit

18 state attorneys general argue that blocking permits for wind energy projects violates the Administrative Procedure Act.

Jun 19·1 min read·29 words

Trump Delays TikTok Ban Deadline Again

The delay was the third 90-day delay since Trump took office again on January 20.

Jun 19·1 min read·21 words

Report: Universal 9-1-1 Deployment a Challenge

Discusses nationwide status of NG9-1-1 deployment

Jun 19·1 min read·12 words

Tarana, Microsoft Partner to Bring Broadband to Africa

Companies to deploy Tarana’s ngFWA

Jun 19·1 min read·13 words

Bipartisan Senators Oppose 10-Year Ban on State AI Regulation

Top Republicans, including Sen. Blackburn and Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, oppose AI moratorium in reconciliation bill

Jun 18·1 min read·25 words

Musk's X Sues New York State Over Content Moderation Law

Elon Musk's X challenges the state's rules for hate speech and content moderation

Jun 18·1 min read·23 words

BEAD Applicants in Georgia Face June 25 Deadline to Stay Eligible

Georgia broadband office sets one-week window for providers to re-submit letters of intent.

Jun 18·1 min read·24 words

Group of 140 Orgs Urge Lutnick to Restore Digital Equity Funding

Lutnick told lawmakers earlier this month that 'the courts will decide.' Grant winners have not yet sued.

Jun 18·1 min read·28 words

Trusty Confirmed For Five-Year Term

Fetterman joins Republicans again

Jun 18·1 min read·9 words

Advocates, Sheriffs, and Service Providers Face Off Over FCC’s Prison Phone Rates

FCC rules prisoners shouldn’t pay for most communications security services. But opponents ask: Who will?

Jun 18·1 min read·27 words

Missouri Joins States Following SCOTUS, Striking Down Chevron Deference

Four red states move to end judicial deference in 2025.

Jun 18·1 min read·19 words

Cisco Asks FCC to Unlock 6 GHz Wi-Fi for Cruise Ships

Outdated Satellite Rules No Longer Justify Wi-Fi Ban on Cruise Ships

Jun 18·1 min read·22 words

Sen. Blumenthal Attacks Cuts to DEA

Calls cuts ‘mean-spirited and stupid’

Jun 18·1 min read·11 words

Lumen Fully Exited from Rural Digital Opportunity Fund

The company said the 41,000 locations it handed back earlier this month were the last of its commitments.

Jun 18·1 min read·26 words

Amazon’s Second Project Kuiper Launch Postponed

New launch date has yet to be announced.

Jun 18·1 min read·14 words

Report: U.S. Households Spend $164 Billion Annually on Cable and Internet Services

American households are spending more than ever on cable and internet services, Doxo found.

Jun 17·1 min read·26 words

Senate Confirms Trusty to Serve Out Rosenworcel’s Term

Senate voting Wednesday on giving Trusty a new five-year term beginning July 1.

Jun 17·1 min read·21 words

States Fielding Input from Unlicensed WISPs

Virginia Tech researchers estimate the technology could make up to 1.1 million locations ineligible.

Jun 17·1 min read·20 words

NTIA Releases Proposed Questions for 2025 Internet Use Survey

Agency drops four questions, rewords others

Jun 17·1 min read·15 words

Digital Skills Advocates Warn BEAD Changes Undermine Workforce Training

'This is a real loss:' Panelists say cuts threaten progress on digital and AI skills training

Jun 17·1 min read·25 words

Senators Propose Bill to Improve U.S. Space Industry Competitiveness and Efficiency

Goal is to streamline regulatory frameworks, foster innovation.

Jun 17·1 min read·19 words

Cruz Touts Support From Wireless Industry, Others for Spectrum Bill

The Senate Commerce Committee's top Democrat has been warning of potential interference with altimeters.

Jun 17·1 min read·24 words

Sen. Capito Highlights Trump's Fast-Tracking Nuclear Permits

Announcement coincides with EPA proposal to repeal Biden-era carbon regulations.

Jun 17·1 min read·17 words

Senate Expected to Pass Crypto Bill Without Addressing Trump's Investments

18 Democrats support the measure adding stablecoins, and the bill could be first of a wave of crypto legislation.

Jun 17·1 min read·29 words

O’Rielly Warns that Regulatory Burdens May Hinder Lifeline Participation

USF contractors face aggressive audits, investigations, fines and prosecutions.

Jun 17·1 min read·18 words

Danish Military Using Robotic Sailboats for Surveillance in Baltic and North Seas

The vessels will patrol Danish and NATO waters where maritime tensions and suspected sabotage and cable cuts have escalated

Jun 17·1 min read·31 words

Bedoya Resigns From FTC, Seeks to Remain in Lawsuit

Federal judge questions former Federal Trade Commissioner's legal standing following his stated resignation.

Jun 17·1 min read·22 words

Trump Organization Announces Cellular Phone Service: Trump Mobile

Donald Trump Jr.: 'Trump Mobile is going to change the game.'

Jun 16·1 min read·19 words

EchoStar to FCC: Undermining Licenses Illegal

Company CEO Charlie Ergen got a long-awaited meeting with FCC Chairman Brendan Carr Wednesday.

Jun 16·1 min read·20 words

Archtop Fiber Breaks Ground on Project Seeking to Connect Rural N.Y. County

ISP seeks to provide fiber internet to over 22,000 Sullivan County addresses.

Jun 16·1 min read·24 words

NTCA Urged States to Implement BEAD Program Responsibly

Rural broadband group said states should seize remaining authority under BEAD

Jun 16·1 min read·19 words

House Restores ReConnect Funding for FY26

House doubles funding for rural broadband program, despite Trump proposing cuts.

Jun 16·1 min read·17 words

FCC Space Bureau Chief Bullish on LEO

Believes satellite can compete with fiber.

Jun 16·1 min read·13 words

Federal BEAD Rules Claim Neutrality, But Critics See Bias

Some panelists said new rules impose unequal requirements on broadband providers, others called changes 'largely positive'

Jun 16·1 min read·25 words

New Mexico’s Federal Officials Demand Lutnick Reinstate DEA

‘Like abandoning a bridge when it is only halfway built’

Jun 16·1 min read·18 words

Capito: Fiber Still Likely to Win in West Virginia, 'Fine' With BEAD Rebidding

The West Virginia senator has been the loudest GOP critic of how the Trump administration has handled the program.

Jun 16·1 min read·32 words

‘One Word: Yikes’: Broadband Leaders Blast BEAD Rule Changes

Experts warn of lawsuits, chilling effect on fiber participation, and favor toward satellite

Jun 16·1 min read·22 words

Finland Accuses Russia-Linked Vessel in Damage of Undersea Cable in Baltic Sea

The Eagle S is flagged in the Cook Islands, has been described as part of Russia’s shadow fleet of fuel tankers.

Jun 16·1 min read·33 words

New Hampshire Jury Acquits Consultant Behind AI Robocalls Mimicking Biden on All Charges

Kramer argued that the primary was a meaningless straw poll, and therefore the state’s voter suppression law didn’t apply.

Jun 15·1 min read·32 words

House Dems Don’t Want BEAD Money Conditioned on AI Moratorium

They said the provision would violate the Byrd rule.

Jun 13·1 min read·19 words

Cantwell Opposed to Senate GOP’s Spectrum Language

She cited concerns about protecting airplane altimeters and military systems.

Jun 13·1 min read·17 words

Rep. Bob Latta: Ohio Needs Broadband

Lawmaker asks for insight on achieving broadband goals.

Jun 13·1 min read·14 words

USF Working Group Relaunched

The fund's contribution factor will decrease slightly to 36 percent for the third quarter.

Jun 13·1 min read·18 words

AI Chatbots Need More Books, and These Libraries are Opening Their Stacks

Nearly one million books in 254 languages published as early as the 15th century are part of a Harvard University collection being released to AI researchers Thursday.

Jun 13·1 min read·39 words

Rep. Houchin: We Need 'Smarter and Faster Rollout of the BEAD Program'

Author of Rural Broadband Protection Act vows to expedite BEAD, in keynote address at Speeding BEAD Summit.

Jun 13·1 min read·29 words

Putting 'Visceral' Reactions Aside, State Broadband Officers Plan to Make BEAD Work

Do states and providers have more flexibility, or less, under NTIA's Broadband Equity Access and Deployment restructuring notice?

Jun 13·1 min read·30 words

WISPA: Make Sure Reported Unlicensed Coverage is Up to Date

Unlicensed fixed wireless providers have a chance to make their coverage areas ineligible for BEAD funding.

Jun 13·1 min read·26 words

Sen. Rosen Delivers Keynote Address at Speeding BEAD Summit

‘This is not a Democrat or Republican issue’

Jun 12·1 min read·17 words

Illinois Democrats Urge Lutnick to Reinstate the Digital Equity Act Funds

Backlash continues following termination of $2.75 billion program.

Jun 11·1 min read·19 words

United Airlines Pauses Starlink Wi-Fi

Aircraft report ‘static interference’ with Starlink.

Jun 11·1 min read·11 words

RWA Wants Access to Verizon’s Mobile Agreement with Mediacom

Trade association flags potential of discriminatory pricing in Verizon mobile agreements

Jun 11·1 min read·20 words

Railroads Still Looking to Overturn Virginia Crossing Law

The Supreme Court of Virginia ruled last month that private, for-profit ISPs could not invoke the law.

Jun 11·1 min read·25 words

Kauai, Hawaii, Becomes Fully Fiber Enabled

About 65% of the state is now fiber enabled.

Jun 11·1 min read·15 words

Laredo Considers Fines For Neglected Fiber Sites

Texas city responds to complaints from local residents.

Jun 11·1 min read·15 words

Virginia Officials Slam Changes to Federal Broadband Program

‘It feels like the rug is being pulled out from under us.’

Jun 11·1 min read·20 words

FCC Unfairly Targeting EchoStar, Former Commissioner Simington Says

The agency probes risk disrupting the market for spectrum licenses, former GOP commissioner wrote

Jun 11·1 min read·22 words

Cable Industry Pushes Congress to Protect Wi-Fi and Shared Spectrum

Senate Commerce Democrats also said the committee's spectrum language jeopradized Wi-Fi and pushed for a markup session.

Jun 11·1 min read·27 words

Ohio Reimburses Charter Communications $3 Million In Infrastructure Costs

Charter, five other ISPs receive grants from BroadbandOhio program.

Jun 10·1 min read·18 words

Trump Signs Executive Order on Cyber Security

White House narrows scope of Obama and Biden-era executive orders.

Jun 10·1 min read·17 words

Hawaii Implements Digital Navigators With Expected BEAD Funding

State officials boasted more than $400 million for new office of broadband

Jun 10·1 min read·20 words

Appalachian Regional Commission Seeks to Measure Prior Broadband Program

The regional commission aims to better serve its rural communities.

Jun 10·1 min read·19 words

New Mexico Still Searching for New Broadband Director

Governor says the state is moving in a ‘different direction’

Jun 10·1 min read·18 words

FCC Spectrum Allocation to AT&T’s FirstNet Illegal, Challengers Say

Groups in favor of the move are also suing; they want the agency to move faster.

Jun 10·1 min read·25 words

Risks of Open Source AI Also Exist in Closed Systems: Panelists

Public policy and industry experts call for forward-looking AI regulations.

Jun 10·1 min read·21 words

Starlink Expands Subscribers and Speeds

Elon Musk's satellite company announced 6 million subscribers globally.

Jun 10·1 min read·14 words

Gomez Dismisses FCC News Distortion Investigations as ‘Baseless’

Under FCC rules, a news distortion case must possess clear evidence that the broadcaster deliberately distorted a factual news report. 

Jun 10·1 min read·28 words

SCOTUS Grants Extension For Net Neutrality Petitioners

Sixth Circuit ruling conflicts with prior decisions by the Ninth and D.C. Circuits, groups said.

Jun 10·1 min read·22 words

SHLB: Don’t Limit Anchor Institutions for BEAD

The NTIA asked states to revise their list of anchors as part of its new program rules.

Jun 10·1 min read·24 words

Amazon to Spend $20B on Data Centers in Penn., Including Next to Nuclear Plant

At a news conference in Berwick in the shadow of the power plant, Gov. Josh Shapiro called it the largest private sector investment in Pennsylvania's history.

Jun 10·1 min read·40 words

CPB Denied Temporary Restraining Order Against Trump

The tax-funded nonprofit objects to Trump’s influence on Board of Directors.

Jun 10·1 min read·18 words

Broad Swath of Stakeholders Warns FCC Undoing EchoStar Deal Would Cause Harm

More than 60 stakeholders, including former GOP commissioners, back Dish/EchoStar in defense of its 2 GHz licenses

Jun 9·1 min read·29 words

D.C. Circuit Upholds LTD RDOF Denial

The FCC had found the company wasn't capable of expanding under its $1.3 billion award, the program's largest.

Jun 9·1 min read·24 words

Lumen Defaults on More Than 41,000 RDOF Locations

Telecom giant offers no reason for relinquishments

Jun 9·1 min read·15 words

Clallam County, Washington, Launches $22 Million Fiber Expansion Plan

County and Astound Broadband have begun construction on a joint partnership to bring fiber access to more than 1,500 rural homes.

Jun 9·1 min read·30 words

Maine Legislature Passes Bill Expanding Net Neutrality

3 Maine Republicans broke ranks to help Democrats pass open internet bill.

Jun 9·1 min read·19 words

Getty Images and Stability AI Face Off in British Copyright Trial that Will Test AI Industry

Tech companies have long argued that 'fair use' or 'fair dealing' allow them to train their AI systems on large troves of writings or images.

Jun 9·1 min read·41 words

Simington Urges Trump to Nominate Gavin Wax to FCC

The former day trader and MAGA activist built political clout through right-wing organizing.

Jun 9·1 min read·22 words

‘Outraged’ Democrat Sen. Rosen Retaliates Against Lutnick over New BEAD Rules, Nevada's Rescinded Approval

New Street's Levin said litigation over the new rules was possible.

Jun 9·1 min read·25 words

Musk Could Lose Billions Depending on How Spat With Trump Unfolds

Musk's satellite internet company Starlink appears to also have benefited from Musk’s once-close relationship with the president.

Jun 7·1 min read·28 words

Growing Support for Assessing Big Tech to Fund Universal Service

SCOTUS is preparing to rule within weeks on a Constitutional challenge to the fund's structure.

Jun 7·1 min read·25 words

NTIA Rewrites Rules for BEAD, Forcing States to Rebid Broadband Projects

But NTIA declines to issue high-cost threshold

Jun 6·1 min read·18 words

New BEAD Rules Trigger Uproar Over U.S. Broadband Future

Awardees under original rules say they may not reapply.

Jun 6·1 min read·18 words

AI Safety Institute Renamed Center for AI Standards and Innovation

Trump administration pivots AI institute toward national security and deregulation.

Jun 6·1 min read·20 words

House Republicans Urge Trump to Release Broadband Funds

As GOP calls for speed, former BEAD chief warns of policy shifts.

Jun 6·1 min read·20 words

BREAKING: Trump Administration Rescinds Awards, Updates BEAD

Notice of Funding Opportunity rescinds Biden administration approvals of plans by Louisiana, Delaware and Nevada

Jun 6·1 min read·22 words

Senate Budget Bill Attempts to Tie BEAD Funds to AI Regulation

The bill would also set up an 800 megaherz spectrum pipeline.

Jun 6·1 min read·22 words

EU to Approve SES Acquisition of Intelsat, Sources Say

Satellite company still waiting on FCC approval.

Jun 6·1 min read·16 words

‘A Complete Disaster’: Albuquerque Residents Sound Off on Fiber Construction Damage

Residents and fiber companies shared thoughts on the city’s proposed fiber construction mandates.

Jun 5·1 min read·24 words

FBA Survey: Many Smaller ISPs Opt to Own Middle Mile

The group found 70 percent of 38 surveyed ISPs owned and operated their own middle mile.

Jun 5·1 min read·26 words

Alabama Urges ISPs For Transparency Ahead Of Deadline

State grows anxious over ISPs' progress.

Jun 5·1 min read·14 words

Early Communication Key for Avoiding Utility Damage, Experts Say

Municipalities and locating companies can struggle to keep up with large projects, they said.

Jun 5·1 min read·23 words

Stakeholders Protest Rural Utilities Service Budget Cuts

Loans are 'a win-win situation for rural consumers and American taxpayers' because they are paid back with interest, the groups said.

Jun 5·1 min read·28 words

Sen. Murray Blasts Lutnick on Cuts to Digital Equity Program

Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick says courts will decide the issue

Jun 5·1 min read·20 words

Lutnick: New BEAD NOFO Likely Out Friday

Secretary of Commerce vows to get the money out in 2025.

Jun 5·1 min read·18 words

Republican Majority Derailed as FCC Loses Two Members

Senate to accelerate confirmation of Trump nominee Olivia Trusty following Simington’s surprise exit.

Jun 5·1 min read·21 words

Palo Alto Prepares for Fiber Network

Another city opts for fiber broadband.

Jun 5·1 min read·12 words

California Assembly Passes $15-a-Month Internet Bill

The act could save Californians $1 billion annually, but ISPs worry about costs

Jun 5·1 min read·19 words

Cantwell Pushes Back on Trump’s Bid to Defund Public Broadcasting

Cantwell seeks to protect NPR and PBS

Jun 5·1 min read·17 words

Utah, New Mexico and Other Western States Ask Commerce to Minimize Changes to BEAD

'We urge NTIA to continue to allow states and territories to set high-cost thresholds,' the 22 governors wrote.

Jun 5·1 min read·32 words

Meta Signs 20-Year Deal With Constellation Energy

Tech companies investing in nuclear energy.

Jun 5·1 min read·13 words

Lawmakers Warn Robocall Scams Surging as Trump Cuts Enforcement

Scam losses hit $12.5 billion as FTC, DOJ face deep staff cuts.

Jun 4·3 min read·572 words

States Hoping for Flexibility in Upcoming BEAD Rules

Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick told senators Wednesday the new rules would be coming "shortly."

Jun 4·1 min read·22 words

House Panel Divided on 10-Year AI Moratorium

Ranking Democrat Frank Pallone said that fiber-optic deployment under BEAD was 'critical if America wants to continue to lead the world in AI.'

Jun 4·1 min read·30 words

Lutnick Promises New Funding Notice for BEAD, Funds Released This Year

Declines to comment on rebidding, or on per-location cost caps

Jun 4·1 min read·21 words

Midco Acquires SCI Broadband

Deal will drive further fiber broadband deployment.

Jun 4·1 min read·11 words

T-Mobile Unveils Fiber Home Internet

Wireless network moves toward fiber.

Jun 4·1 min read·10 words

Simington Announces Early Exit from FCC

Commission to enter 1-1 partisan split with Simington and Starks stepping down

Jun 4·1 min read·18 words

Small California City of Fort Bragg Buys Local ISP

Fort Bragg hopes to offer affordable broadband.

Jun 4·1 min read·16 words

Fidium Brings Fiber Service To Pittsfield, New Hampshire

More than 3,000 homes and businesses gain access to high-speed internet in rural town.

Jun 4·1 min read·22 words

North Carolina Reopens Prequalification Window For BEAD Program

BEAD’s future still uncertain.

Jun 4·1 min read·12 words

Second Round of Washington State BEAD Program Draws 202 Applications

The state covered 70 percent of eligible Round Two locations with reliable internet bids.

Jun 4·1 min read·24 words

Kansas Governor Announces $43 Million Middle Mile Initiative

Broadband Project will be funded by NTIA.

Jun 3·1 min read·15 words

Expanding Broadband Fee to Cloud Services Could Slash State GDPs, Study Finds

New study projects major economic fallout if cloud services are required to help fund USF.

Jun 3·1 min read·27 words

Indiana Court Blocks Cities From Taxing Streaming Services

State court sides with streaming platforms.

Jun 3·1 min read·14 words

USDA, NTIA Receive Budget Cuts in Fiscal Year 2026

ReConnect eliminated; Digital Equity funding cut short

Jun 3·1 min read·16 words

West Virginia Received Few Non-Fiber BEAD Applications

State set its threshold at $28,000 per location, but average per-location cost was $9,182

Jun 3·1 min read·21 words

REC Pushes Back Against 5G Broadcast Model

Advocacy group urges cautious approach.

Jun 3·1 min read·12 words

EchoStar Skips Another Multi-Million Dollar Interest Payment

Missed payments total over $500 million

Jun 3·1 min read·13 words

Senators Urge Streaming Providers To Carry C-SPAN

C-SPAN faces a financial crisis as cable networks decline.

Jun 3·2 min read·232 words

Spectrum Offers $25,000 Reward For Fiber Optic Vandals

As copper wire theft spikes, law enforcement and corporations speak out.

Jun 3·1 min read·19 words

PBS Sues Trump Over Defunding Effort

White House bill would cut off PBS, NPR.

Jun 3·1 min read·14 words

UTOPIA Completes Fiber Build in Bountiful, Utah

It's the municipal operator's 22nd completed citywide build.

Jun 3·1 min read·15 words

NRECA Discusses Policies, Funding Needed For Rural Broadband

With the Trump Administration planning to cut ReConnect, rural broadband cooperatives are scrambling

Jun 2·1 min read·21 words

Colorado Governor Vetoes Ban On Rent-Setting Algorithms

Colorado almost became the first state to pass a ban on rent-setting algorithms.

Jun 2·1 min read·20 words

Google Commits $7 Billion To Iowa Data Centers

Search giant to invest $7 billion to expand Iowa’s data centers and AI infrastructure.

Jun 2·1 min read·22 words

Sen. Blackburn Wants More Spectrum in Reconciliation

Other Senate Republicans are looking for more protections for military airwaves.

Jun 2·3 min read·518 words

Oklahoma Releases Dashboard Showing Broadband Deployment Status

State deploys broadband using non-BEAD funds

Jun 2·1 min read·13 words

CAGW Opposes Sale of Shared Spectrum in Budget Bill

Conservative watchdog warns reallocating Citizens Broadband Radio Service spectrum could undercut $88 billion auction windfall.

Jun 2·2 min read·349 words

FCC Requests $416 Million For Fiscal Year 2026

Agency plans on promoting high-speed internet.

Jun 2·1 min read·14 words

Schumer Urges Trump to Release BEAD Funding, Warns Against Subsidizing Starlink

Senate minority leader asks the White House 'to move swiftly.’

Jun 2·1 min read·21 words

Fiber Lobbyist: Keep States in Control of BEAD

Other broadband industry groups made similar asks in a separate letter to the Trump administration.

Jun 2·1 min read·23 words

One Year Without the Affordable Connectivity Program

Without the broadband subsidy, families are facing harsh tradeoffs to stay connected.

May 31·1 min read·19 words

Tilson Files for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy After Gigapower Contract Fallout

Tilson alleged that Gigapower failed to pay nearly $20 million in invoices.

May 31·1 min read·22 words

GPS Vulnerabilities Prompt Industry Push for Backup Systems

The FCC is exploring terrestrial and space-based alternatives that could serve as backups when GPS fails.

May 30·1 min read·24 words

Arkansas Finalizes Bidding for BEAD Grants

About 99 percent of current eligible broadband locations are expected to be covered.

May 30·1 min read·19 words

Wire 3 Expands Fiber in Central Florida With $75 Million Investment

Ocala County is now fully connected to fiber optic internet.

May 30·1 min read·21 words

Nokia Launches 25 Gigabit Network Card for Faster Fiber

'With 10 Gbps+ connectivity, games can be downloaded in minutes versus an hour with 1 Gigabit speeds,' Nokia said.

May 30·1 min read·28 words

Project Kuiper Ready for Second LEO Deployment

Starlink rival plans to launch new batch of Amazon satellites on June 13.

May 30·1 min read·20 words

Vivacity Infrastructure Group Appoints Mike Brescio CFO

He worked on a 1,100-mile fiber network through New York City.

May 30·1 min read·18 words

OpenVault: Business, Residential Peak Day Broadband Usage Up From 2021

Business upload and download traffic each more than doubled.

May 30·1 min read·19 words

Industry Escalates Fight Against State Broadband ‘Rate Regulation’

ACA Connects study predicts steep investment drop; while major trade groups urge DOJ to preempt state laws

May 29·1 min read·25 words

FCC Approves Sale of TDS Networks in Western Colorado

ISP made $18 million on sale to Elevate.

May 29·1 min read·17 words

SpaceX Accelerates GPS Satellite Launch, Aims to Boost Navigation Systems

The latest GPS III satellite enhances positioning accuracy and modernizes aging GPS constellation.

May 29·1 min read·23 words

SHLB, More Than 80 Others Urge House Not to Repeal Hotspot Order

The Senate passed its resolution against the rule eariler this month.

May 29·1 min read·23 words

Re-Launch of Congressional Rural Broadband Caucus Praised

Bipartisan caucus applauded for continuing in the new Congress.

May 29·1 min read·16 words

Broadband Trade Group Join Push for BEAD Progress

Federal lawmakers, local ISPs that participated in the program, and other have been trying to keep political pressure on Commerce.

May 29·1 min read·28 words

Philadelphia Broadband Leader Shares Progress

Juliet Fink Yates says city is slowly meeting its broadband goals.

May 29·1 min read·16 words

Gomez Sounds Alarm on Trump-Era ‘Campaign to Chill Speech’

On First Amendment Tour, commissioner urges FCC to ‘pivot away from sham investigations.’

May 29·1 min read·22 words

Elon Musk is Leaving the Trump Administration

Musk announced his decision one day after CBS released part an interview in which Musk said he was 'disappointed' with the 'big beautiful bill.'

May 29·1 min read·31 words

Vance to Crypto Industry, as He Touts Trump Administration's Record: Stay Involved

The Trump family holds about a 60% stake in World Liberty Financial, a crypto project that recently launched its own stablecoin.

May 28·1 min read·33 words

EchoStar Pushes Back on SpaceX Bid to Open Satellite Spectrum

The FCC had sought comment on claims that EchoStar was underusing spectrum.

May 28·1 min read·22 words

AT&T Says it Will Keep DEI Policies in Place Ahead of Merger

Company could face standoff with FCC Chairman Carr, but AT&T already rolled back major DEI policies in March.

May 28·1 min read·30 words

Oakland City Council Unanimously Approves Construction of Open-Access Network

City seeks to bring broadband internet to up to 2,500 households

May 28·1 min read·20 words

Surf Internet Expands to the Great Lakes Region

Fiber optic company plans to double its covered area by the end of 2025.

May 28·1 min read·22 words

Justice Department Supports Cox in Copyright Case

The cable ISP is arguing it should not be held liable for music piracy by its customers.

May 28·1 min read·24 words

South Africa Denies Trying to Bend Rules to Give Musk's Starlink Preferential Treatment

Under South African law, foreign-owned companies are required to sell 30% of their subsidiaries to shareholders from historically disadvantaged groups in order to get a license.

May 27·1 min read·39 words

Virginia Looking to Preserve Railroad Crossing Law After Setback in State Court

The state is urging the Fourth Circuit not to strike down the law.

May 27·1 min read·25 words

Illinois Moves Forward on BEAD as Federal Overhaul Looms

Ports commission urges Congress not to stall broadband rollout, as state launches second funding round

May 27·1 min read·24 words

Republicans Claim Google ‘Throttles’ Conservative Speech in FTC Filing

Scott and Hudson claim Google routes GOP emails to users’ spam.

May 27·1 min read·20 words

West Virginia Governor Suggests Funding for Fixed Wireless, Satellite in Revised BEAD Plan

The state's original plan had been 100 percent fiber, according to the program's former director.

May 27·1 min read·28 words

NPR Files Lawsuit Against Trump

NPR, member stations fight to protect federal funding.

May 27·1 min read·13 words

Donald Trump's Library of Congress Fight is Really About the Separation of Powers

The battle over control of the Library of Congress has prompted Republican leaders on Capitol Hill to deliver rare pushback against Trump.

May 26·1 min read·35 words

The Digital Equity Act Tried to Close the Digital Divide. Trump Calls It Racist and Acts to End It

Whether Trump has the legal authority to end the program remains unknown. But for now the Republican administration can simply stop spending the money.

May 25·1 min read·43 words

Tax Bill Passed by House Would Gut Biden-era Clean Energy Tax Credits

The House-passed bill repeals or phases out more quickly clean energy tax credits passed in the 2022 Inflation Reduction Act.

May 24·1 min read·32 words

Leaders Call for Overhaul of Underground Utility Safety Laws Amid Broadband Expansion

47% of all underground infrastructure damages affect telecom, with 25% of those damages caused by telecom companies hitting their own infrastructure.

May 24·1 min read·33 words

Trump Signs Executive Orders to Boost Nuclear Power, Speed Up Approvals

The order comes as demand for electricity surges amid a boom in energy-hungry data centers and artificial intelligence.

May 23·1 min read·29 words

Supreme Court Greenlights Trump Firings of Independent Agency Officials

Emergency stay allows President to remove NLRB, MSPB members without cause

May 23·1 min read·20 words

WISPA Wants CBRS Protection in Massive Reconciliation Bill

The Defense Department and AT&T have proposed auctioning off at least some of the shared band.

May 23·1 min read·24 words

FCC Votes to Block Foreign-Controlled ‘Bad Labs’

Also proposed opening 20,000 megahertz of spectrum for space-based internet at May meeting.

May 23·4 min read·610 words

Public Advocate Sohn Urges Audience to Mobilize, and to Sue

Speaking at Net Inclusion, Sohn slammed Trump administration efforts to rescind Digital Equity Act awards.

May 22·1 min read·25 words

Maine Lawmakers: Reverse Digital Equity Cancellations

The Trump administration canceled grants under the Digital Equity Act earlier this month.

May 22·1 min read·19 words

Wyden Warns Fellow Senators about Executive Branch Surveillance

Claims lawmakers not being informed as required.

May 22·1 min read·15 words

Democratic FCC Commissioner Geoffrey Starks Retires, Attends Last Meeting

Advocates urged President Trump and the Senate to preserve the requirement for bipartisanship among agency's commissioners.

May 22·1 min read·25 words

Louisiana Contractor Again Urging BEAD Progress

Lawmakers have been pushing the Commerce Department not to issue sweeping rule changes.

May 22·1 min read·19 words

Albuquerque Mayor Rolls Out New Regulations Governing Fiber Construction

Mayor will shut down fiber builds if necessary

May 22·1 min read·17 words

House Sends Spectrum Pipeline to Senate

Senate Commerce Committee Chairman Ted Cruz, R-Texas, had proposed mandating the sale of more airwaves.

May 22·1 min read·21 words

Senate Commerce Committee Passes NET Act

FCC would need to evaluate impact of network equipment supply chain on broadband access.

May 22·1 min read·20 words

Longmont NextLight’s Affordability Program Picks Up Federal Slack For Low Income Locals

Follow-up studies about the Affordable Connectivity Program have shown that costs were more than offset by the broad savings it generated American taxpayers.

May 22·1 min read·35 words

Lawyers: FTC ‘Censorship’ Inquiry Itself Violates First Amendment

Critics say the agency is acting beyond its authority by probing how platforms police speech.

May 21·1 min read·23 words

Trump Backs $88 Billion House Spectrum Plan

Sen. Maria Cantwell, D-Wash., reiterated opposition to a 600 megahertz auction pipeline.

May 21·1 min read·19 words

House Members Spar Over 10-Year Moratorium on State AI Laws

Shorter ban might be an acceptable compromise later

May 21·1 min read·18 words

AT&T Paying $5.75 Billion for Lumen’s Consumer Fiber Business

The carrier plans to find a co-investor and operate the asset on an open-access basis, with itself as the anchor tenant.

May 21·1 min read·30 words

Net Inclusion Conference: Angry Advocates Rally for Digital Equity

Founder of National Digital Inclusion Alliance says the attack on the Digital Equity Act is ‘effing personal’

May 21·1 min read·26 words

Carr Pressed Over FCC’s ‘Speculative’ Savings as No Budget Request Submitted

Lawmakers say only a fraction of Carr’s $567 million in cuts may be realized .

May 21·1 min read·26 words

Oklahoma Broadband Director Wants BEAD Flexibility

The state is wrapping up its BEAD application window on Monday.

May 21·1 min read·17 words

Excited Wichita Breaks Ground on New Internet Exchange Point

Carrier-neutral IXP by Connected Nation and Newby Ventures at Wichita State University will boost internet connection times and speeds.

May 21·1 min read·28 words

SiFi Partners with Viasat to Bring Fiber to Escondino, California

Company promises first connections to occur this year

May 20·1 min read·18 words

Cable, Utilities at Odds on Contractor Approval for Pole Work

NCTA proposed a 30-day deadline for utilities to greenlight an ISP's contractor.

May 20·1 min read·22 words

Mercury Broadband Stares Down $25 Million Penalty for Surrendering RDOF Locations

Company petitions FCC to reduce expected penalty

May 20·1 min read·18 words

First U.S. Utility Seeks Permit for a Small Nuclear Reactor

The Tennessee Valley Authority announced Tuesday it had submitted a construction permit application to the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission for a small, modular nuclear reactor.

May 20·1 min read·35 words

FCC Report: 94 Percent of Locations Have Broadband Access

Ookla speed test data shows rural residents still lag behind their urban counterparts in connectivity.

May 20·1 min read·24 words

Carr Touts Job Cuts, Savings Ahead of Congressional Hearing

Agency has reduced staff, trimmed budget in recent months.

May 20·1 min read·18 words

Senate Advances Legislation to Regulate Stablecoins, a Form of Cryptocurrency

Several Democrats reversed and voted to move forward with the legislation after negotiations with Republicans in recent days.

May 20·1 min read·28 words

Panel Warns that GPS Needs Additional Support

‘System of systems’ approach necessary to protect U.S. navigation infrastructure, some said.

May 19·1 min read·19 words

President Trump Signs Take It Down Act

Trump signs act making explicit deepfakes illegal.

May 19·1 min read·14 words

Ripple Fiber to Merge with HyperFiber

Fiber optic provider continues its rapid expansion.

May 19·1 min read·13 words

States, Tribes Oppose Carrier-Backed Plan to Ease Environmental Reviews

CTIA proposed exempting many wireless deployments from environmental and historical reviews.

May 19·1 min read·20 words

New Internet Plans Launched by Sparklight

Plans are expected to help low-income families.

May 19·1 min read·13 words

Blackfoot Communications Defaults on Hundreds of RDOF Locations

Surrendered locations could be eligible for BEAD funding.

May 19·1 min read·16 words

House Includes 10-Year Ban on States Regulating AI in Budget Bill

The provision is tucked into the House Energy and Commerce Committee’s sweeping markup, would be a major boon to the AI industry.

May 17·1 min read·33 words

Texas Opens $3.8 Billion Broadband Grant Window

BEAD applications due August 1 in the state that pushed for looser rules.

May 16·1 min read·20 words

Commerce Department to Relaunch Tech Hubs Program

Lutnick slams Biden administration's Tech Hub picks as ‘rushed, unfair.’

May 16·1 min read·17 words

FCC Approves $20 Billion Verizon–Frontier Merger

Democrat Gomez condemned the approval as a 'backroom deal.'

May 16·1 min read·15 words

Capito Still Waiting to Hear from Lutnick on BEAD

Lawmaker wants West Virginia to receive its broadband money soon.

May 16·1 min read·19 words

Democrats Call for Federal Investigation of Starlink

Lawmakers concerned about Musk’s White House influence.

May 16·1 min read·14 words

Charter-Cox Merger Provides Convergence Runway

Analysts don't expect the deal to face regulatory hurdles.

May 16·1 min read·14 words

Verizon Ends DEI Programs as FCC Reviews $9.6B Frontier Deal

FCC Chairman Carr previously warned diversity efforts could jeopardize merger approval.

May 16·1 min read·21 words

White House Pressure on Newsrooms a ‘B.F.D.,’ FCC’s Gomez Warns

Gomez said White House-directed effort to chill speech in newsrooms and online was working.

May 15·1 min read·24 words

Charter Moving Ahead with Shared-Spectrum Deployments

The company is aiming to deploy CBRS in 23 markets by the end of the year.

May 15·1 min read·22 words

Fired FTC Officials Warn of ‘Corruption,’ Threat to Independent Agencies

Slaughter, Bedoya head to court May 20.

May 15·1 min read·17 words

Latest to Urge Lutnick on BEAD: Sen. Ossoff, Gov. Evers, Fiber Provider CEO

They join the list of those urging speed and minimal disruption to existing rules.

May 15·1 min read·27 words

China Blasts New U.S. Rule Banning Use of Huawei's Ascend Advanced Computer Chips

The Commerce Department said Huawei's semiconductors are subject to U.S. export controls because they are thought to employ U.S. technology.

May 15·1 min read·33 words

Alaska Needs Fiber: Old Harbor CEO Makes the Case

CEO explains Alaska’s need for fiber.

May 14·1 min read·15 words

FBA 'Cautiously Optimistic’ About Fiber’s Role in BEAD

The Trump administration is expected to hand down new guidance this summer.

May 14·1 min read·20 words

Grande Towers Purchases Tower Assets from Altice USA

Altice USA expected to net $60 million

May 14·1 min read·15 words

House Commerce Advances $88 Billion Spectrum Auction Plan, Turning Back Amendments

Democrats fail in bid to redirect spectrum funds to broadband affordability, 911 infrastructure, or cybersecurity in reconciliation bill.

May 14·1 min read·29 words

Surprise: Simington Praises Biden on Cyber Trust Mark

“Sometimes, the best way to protect our nation is to empower it.”

May 14·1 min read·20 words

Sen. Murray: Canceling Digital Equity Grants Illegal

NTIA webpages related to the programs were down Wednesday.

May 14·1 min read·16 words

House Works Past Midnight as Republicans Push Ahead on Trump's Big Bill

Higher tax deductions are offset by $1.9 trillion in savings largely from the rollback of green energy tax credits.

May 14·1 min read·31 words

Protesters Disrupt House Markup of Budget Bill Addressing Spectrum, AI

House Energy and Commerce Committee markup stretched late into the evening.

May 13·1 min read·21 words

Capito ‘Frustrated’ with NTIA’s Handing of BEAD Program

Red State Republican takes a stand against Trump's Commerce Department.

May 13·1 min read·18 words

Groups: FCC Needs to Combine Review of Big UScellular Deals

UScellular has deals to sell its operations and much of its spectrum to the three major wireless carriers.

May 13·1 min read·28 words

3% Satellite Industry Growth, Despite Video Revenue Decline

The number of active satellites in orbit has exploded, from approximately 1,000 in 2014 to nearly 11,539 by the end of 2024.

May 13·1 min read·30 words

FCC Reviews EchoStar’s 2 GHz Spectrum Rights

Move follows SpaceX's push to open the band to new satellite entrants.

May 13·1 min read·19 words

Wireless Market Increasingly Competitive: AT&T

Wireless market fully penetrated, AT&T's McElfresh says.

May 13·1 min read·12 words

Ohio CWA: Don’t Use BEAD Money to Fund Starlink

Union says fiber is more reliable and more of a job creator.

May 13·1 min read·21 words

House Commerce Proposes 10-Year Ban on State AI Regulations

Democrats call the provision in reconciliation package a ‘giant gift to Big Tech.’

May 12·1 min read·22 words

States Weighing Response to Trump's Cancellation of Digital Equity Funding

The administration canceled grants under the Digital Equity Act on Friday.

May 12·1 min read·21 words

Angry Albuquerque Mayor Shuts Down Ezee Fiber Project

City responds to hundreds of complaints about property damage.

May 12·1 min read·17 words

UVA Deploys CBRS Network With Comcast to Boost Cell Coverage

The university’s historic Grounds get wireless upgrade with the help of shared spectrum.

May 12·1 min read·23 words

FTC's Click-to-Cancel Rule Delayed for 60 Days

Companies have until July 14 to come into full compliance.

May 12·1 min read·17 words

'Crypto Dad' Expressed Dismay With Increasing Politicization of Digital Currency

The collapse of Sam Bankman-Fried's FTX exchange transformed cryptocurrency from a bipartisan issue to a political battleground: Giancarlo.

May 12·1 min read·28 words

Guthrie Wants FCC Spectrum Auction Pipeline to Raise $88 Billion

The House Energy and Commerce Committee is marking up its contribution to a budget package on Tuesday.

May 12·1 min read·27 words

Simington, Wax Call on Trump to ‘DOGE’ the FCC

The commissioner and his new chief of staff called for slashing subsidies and downsizing staff.

May 12·1 min read·24 words

Trump Administration Fires Top Copyright Official Days After Firing Librarian of Congress

The Copyright Office said in a statement Sunday that Shira Perlmutter received an email from the White House on Saturday.

May 11·1 min read·32 words

After Spain's Blackout, Questions About Renewable Energy Are Back

Some are questioning the wisdom of decommissioning nuclear reactors that provide a stable form of energy compared to renewables.

May 10·1 min read·28 words

Trump Administration Cancels Digital Equity Grants

Program supporters said the move would be illegal.

May 10·1 min read·14 words

Uncertainty Follows After Trump Targets Digital Equity Programs

The Infrastructure Act provided $2.75 billion in digital equity funding.

May 9·1 min read·18 words

Largest Nevada BEAD Awardee Urges NTIA to Break Ground on Broadband Projects

SkyFiber joins growing chorus as BEAD delays stretch into mid-2025

May 9·1 min read·22 words

BEAD Guidance to States Delayed Until Summer

States had been expecting an update this month.

May 9·1 min read·15 words

State Offices React to Report Finding 57% Drop in BEAD-Eligible Locations

Hawaii, North Dakota respond to per-location estimates in widely cited analysis

May 9·1 min read·22 words

UScellular Optimistic on Closing Spectrum Deals

The company is planning to sell spectrum owned by 'designated entities' to T-Mobile and AT&T.

May 9·1 min read·21 words

Data Center Investment for AI Critical in Race Against China: Altman, Tech Execs

By 2028, data centers could consume up to 12% of the nation’s electricity.

May 9·1 min read·26 words

Virginia County Near D.C. Terminates Contract with All Points Broadband

APB CEO says Culpeper County pulled the plug on crews in the trenches.

May 9·1 min read·23 words

Trump Says Digital Equity Funding Under Broadband Law Will Be Ended

Targeted funds include $619 million, from a pool of $910 million in funding from NTIA, made available under a competitive grant program

May 9·1 min read·33 words

Google Partners with Elementl Power on Nuclear Energy Sites as Power Demand for AI grows

Google will provide capital for the projects, which the companies say will each produce 600 megawatts of power capacity.

May 8·1 min read·34 words

Kentucky Middle-Mile Network Could Go Dark, Hurting Thousands

Kentucky terminated its contract with the network's administrator, and has yet to find a new one.

May 8·1 min read·24 words

Senate Votes to Repeal Biden FCC’s Wi-Fi Hotspots Rule

House companion effort led by Rep. Fulcher expected to move next.

May 8·1 min read·20 words

Altice USA Down 37,000 Broadband Subs

Cable losses have contributed to a slower overall broadband market in 2025.

May 8·1 min read·18 words

Bill Gates Pledges Remaining Fortune to Gates Foundation, Will Close in 20 Years

Thursday's announcement signals a promise of sustained support for global health and education, and an eventual end to the foundation’s worldwide influence.

May 8·1 min read·35 words

Red State Senator and Broadband Providers Urge Against Major BEAD Changes

States expect new guidance from the NTIA this month.

May 7·1 min read·20 words

Governors Ink Regional Pact to Expand Nuclear Energy in the West

Utah, Idaho, and Wyoming sign joint agreement to coordinate energy development.

May 7·1 min read·22 words

New Mexico Connects More Students to Broadband

The state plans to connect all schools by 2027.

May 7·1 min read·16 words

WOW! Down 4,500 Broadband Subs, Liberty’s GCI Down 900

WOW! added 2,900 subscribers from its expansion fiber builds.

May 7·1 min read·18 words

Trump’s Meme Coin Business Racks Up Fees as Buyers Jump at Chance For Access to the President

Trump’s meme coin has become one of the most high-profile ways the norm-breaking president has mixed politics and his personal finances.

May 7·1 min read·38 words

Wireless Giants: AI Foundational to Next-Gen Networks

At CTIA Summit, industry leaders rallied behind Open RAN and artificial intelligence.

May 7·1 min read·19 words

Cantwell Opposed to Auctioning Military Spectrum

Republicans are working to include a spectrum pipeline in an upcoming budget bill.

May 7·1 min read·19 words

Senate Advances Effort to Reverse New FCC Funding for Wi-Fi Hotspots

A similar measure has been introduced in the House.

May 6·1 min read·20 words

Federal Leaders Call for Immediate Spectrum Action at CTIA 5G Summit

Three top officials promised to deliver on commercial spectrum.

May 6·1 min read·20 words

Push to Protect and Expand Wi-Fi Spectrum Intensifies as Usage Soars, Experts Say

Wi-Fi's economic value in the U.S. alone is projected to reach $1.2 trillion by 2027.

May 6·1 min read·28 words

OpenAI Reverses Course, Says Its Nonprofit Will Continue to Control Business

Shareholders will also receive stock and a cap on profit for some investors will be lifted.

May 6·1 min read·27 words

Digital Progress Institute Backs Spectrum Pipeline

The Defense Department has reportedly proposed auctioning CBRS spectrum.

May 6·1 min read·15 words

Bipartisan Bill Aims to Help Rural Communities Access Federal Broadband Funds

The bill would codify the USDA’s existing Broadband Technical Assistance Program.

May 6·1 min read·22 words

Not a Field of Dreams: Infrastructure Leaders Talk Buildout Strategy

At International Telecoms Week, public and private leaders discussed how they choose where, and whether, to build.

May 5·1 min read·27 words

Trump Plan Wants to Cut USDA Broadband Funding

Other broadband resources are doing the job, White House said

May 5·1 min read·18 words

Data Center Executives Cool on Nuclear: 'Still a Decade Out'

Operators turn to gas and coal to meet data’s power demands.

May 5·1 min read·21 words

Virginia Gov. Youngkin Vetoes Bipartisan Data Center Reform Bill

Virginia is known as the 'Data Center Capital of the World.'

May 5·1 min read·20 words

TDS Sees Small Rise in First Quarter Broadband Subscriptions

ISP blames weather on sub-par fiber passings.

May 5·1 min read·16 words

Vermont’s Otter Creek CUD Finishes Fiber Expansion, Focuses On Customer Service

Much of Vermont’s $150 million ARPA-based broadband package went toward assisting CUDs

May 4·1 min read·23 words

Voters to Decide if the Texas Home of SpaceX Should Become an Official City: Starbase

Most of the 283 people eligible to vote Saturday are employees of SpaceX or connected to the company.

May 3·1 min read·33 words

Other Carriers Oppose AT&T-Backed Plan for Public Safety Airwaves

A public safety group proposed increasing power levels in the 4.9 GHz band, which AT&T is set to gain access to.

May 3·1 min read·30 words

CCIA: App Store Age Verification Bill Could Expose Sensitive Information

Bill sparked debate on how to keep kids safe online

May 2·1 min read·20 words

New West Va. Law Grants Sweeping Exemptions to Attract Data Centers

No Public Service Commission oversight, no local permitting, no building inspections.

May 2·1 min read·22 words

Trump Targets Public Media in New Executive Order

White House tries to block funding for NPR and PBS

May 2·1 min read·18 words

Telecom Industry Groups: FCC Can’t Issue Fines After Jarkesy

The agency's chairman has defended its enforcement power.

May 2·1 min read·17 words

Minnesota Close to Extending Broadband Safety Certification Deadline

New legislation allows laborers to continue broadband deployment unimpeded

May 2·1 min read·17 words

Lumen Adds 39,000 Fiber Customers As Legacy Losses Persist

Company pivots toward hyperscaler market with Google Cloud deal.

May 2·1 min read·18 words

Missouri Stakeholders Urging Against BEAD Changes

Louisiana ISPs and contractors, state legislators, and state broadband offices have opposed upending the program.

May 2·1 min read·21 words

Elon Musk Gives Hazy Answers as He Prepares to Wind Down DOGE

'It’s a startup, effectively. A new administration is like a startup,' Musk said.

May 2·1 min read·25 words

Consumer Groups, Rural Carriers Oppose AT&T-UScellular Spectrum Sale

AT&T would need a spectrum ownership cap waived to complete the $1 billion sale.

May 1·1 min read·22 words

GAO Flags Gaps in Federal Broadband Coordination and Data Accuracy

Three years after GAO recommendations, federal broadband coordination remains fragmented.

May 1·1 min read·20 words

Trusty Moves Closer to FCC after Senate Committee Approval

◾ Calif. Inet Affordability Bill Clears Committee ◾ Shentel’s Glo Fiber Keeps Glowing ◾ NCTA, NAB Butt Heads on Deregulation ◾ LFAs Want Cable's Broadband Billions ◾ Frontier Adds 107,000 Fiber Subs

May 1·1 min read·41 words

FCC Flooded With Opposition to NextNav’s GPS Backup Proposal

Groups say reworking 900 MHz band threatens millions of critical devices.

Apr 30·1 min read·20 words

Conservative Activist Robby Starbuck Sues Meta Over AI Responses About Him

Meta's chief public affairs officer apologized for the results shared about the activist.

Apr 30·1 min read·24 words

Frontier Adds 107,000 Fiber Subs, More Than Expected

The company's fiber footprint passed 8 million locations.

Apr 30·1 min read·16 words

Starlink Waives Equipment Fee in Select Areas With 12-Month Commitment

Musk’s company tries to deal with a pain point.

Apr 30·1 min read·19 words

Tariff Concerns Loom Over U.S. Fiber Broadband Expansion, Analyst Warns

Many broadband equipment vendors have increased U.S. operations to comply with Build America, Buy America rules

Apr 30·2 min read·285 words

Louisiana Contractor Joins Fiber Providers Urging BEAD Progress

Two BEAD winners urged the Commerce Department to allow the state to move forward last week.

Apr 30·1 min read·24 words

Senate Panel Advances Trusty’s FCC Nomination

Committee also approves FACT Act and another bipartisan bill impacting FCC operations.

Apr 30·1 min read·18 words

Microsoft Pledges to Protect European Operations and Unveils Data Center Expansion

'What we want Europeans to know is that they can count on us,' Microsoft President Brad Smith said on Wednesday.

Apr 30·1 min read·31 words

Voice Providers, Public Safety at Odds on Loosening Outage Reporting

Reply comments came in for the FCC's 'delete, delete, delete' docket on Monday.

Apr 29·1 min read·23 words

Advocates Urge FCC to Apply CALM Act to Streaming, Citing Disability Concerns

Industry groups say the law was written for traditional broadcast and cable, not internet-based services

Apr 29·1 min read·27 words

Judges Appear Skeptical of Fifth Circuit Decision Tossing AT&T Fine

The Second Circuit heard arguments in Verizon's challenge to a fine for the same conduct.

Apr 29·1 min read·25 words

Indiana Delivers Fiber at Low Cost in First BEAD Awards

Preliminary results show $3,700 per passing for fiber builds.

Apr 29·1 min read·19 words

Amazon Enters Satellite Internet Market with First Project Kuiper Launch

The mission was Amazon’s first full-scale deployment

Apr 29·1 min read·17 words

100 Days of FCC Chairman Brendan Carr

FCC under Carr saved $463 million by terminating legacy contracts, the agency said.

Apr 29·1 min read·20 words

House Passes NTIA Reauthorization, Rural Broadband Protection Acts

The House also passed the TAKE IT DOWN Act, which the Senate passed in February.

Apr 28·1 min read·23 words

Trump EO Could Gut FCC Digital Discrimination Rules

The agency embraced ‘disparate impact’ in its 2023 regulations.

Apr 28·1 min read·17 words

FCC Moves to Loosen Satellite Power Limits, Expand Shared Access to 37 GHz Band

FCC revisits decades-old satellite spectrum sharing rules and opens 600 megahertz of spectrum for commercial access.

Apr 28·4 min read·762 words

West Va. Labor Leader Wants BEAD to Support Fiber Build

Local CAW executive says fiber means local jobs

Apr 28·1 min read·18 words

Tech Industry Tried Reducing AI Bias. Now Trump Wants to End Its 'Woke AI' Efforts

The U.S. Commerce Department has deleted mentions of AI fairness, safety and 'responsible AI' in its appeal for collaboration.

Apr 28·1 min read·34 words

FCC Urges Judges Not to Follow Fifth Circuit in Striking Down Fines

FCC Chairman Brendan Carr, previously critical of the penalties, defended them on Monday.

Apr 28·1 min read·25 words

As Musk Gained Power in Washington, His Popularity Has Fallen, an AP-NORC Poll Finds

Just 33% of U.S. adults have a favorable view of Musk, down from 41% in December.

Apr 27·1 min read·30 words

Big Tech's Energy Demands Making Coal Power Plants Attractive

President Trump is wielding emergency authority to entice utilities to keep older coal-fired plants online and producing electricity.

Apr 26·1 min read·27 words

11 State Attorneys General Defend FCC’s Cap on Prison Phone Rates

The FCC and allies will contend with a 14-state coalition opposing the rule.

Apr 26·1 min read·24 words

Plume Hires Former Comcast Executive as CEO

Company aims to kick off a new phase of growth

Apr 25·1 min read·17 words

Former BEAD Director: Trump Admin Could Squander Once-in-a-Generation Fiber Broadband Investment

Proposed changes could raise LEO participation to 50–70% in some states, Feinman said.

Apr 25·1 min read·24 words

Ligado Order’s Fifth Anniversary Sparks Pushback

Terrestrial network operations in the L-band could cause interference, coalition says

Apr 25·1 min read·17 words

Local Officials in West Va. Want Fiber, not Satellite, from BEAD

Fiber offers more benefits to residents, the Grant County Commission said.

Apr 25·1 min read·22 words

Charter Loses 60,000 Internet Subs in Q1

ISP plans to add 450,000 new subsidized rural passings by the end of 2025.

Apr 25·1 min read·21 words

At Energy Summit, UK Touts Green Power as Boost to Security, But U.S. Differs

The UK message was at odds with a U.S. official, who called policies that push for clean power over fossil fuels 'harmful and dangerous.'

Apr 25·1 min read·38 words

T-Mobile Pushes Toward 15M Homes Passed with Fiber

Company closing in on second major fiber acquisition: Metronet.

Apr 24·1 min read·17 words

Louisiana BEAD Winners: Let the Program Move Forward

Two fiber providers said delays were causing financial strain.

Apr 24·1 min read·17 words

Trump DOJ Defends Firing FTC Democrats in Court

Brief says 1935 Supreme Court precedent not an obstacle. 

Apr 24·1 min read·17 words

Legal Experts Warn of Looming Supreme Court Reckoning

The panel took place following President Trump’s efforts to remove sitting Democratic commissioners from the FTC.

Apr 24·1 min read·24 words

Green Energy Supporters Pushed for Faster Permitting. Trump Is Doing It, But Not for Solar or Wind

Solar is the fastest-growing source of electricity generation in the U.S.

Apr 24·1 min read·28 words

Comcast Down 199,000 Broadband Subs

The company said it was making an effort to address consumer frustration on pricing.

Apr 24·1 min read·19 words

Trusty Gets Her Commerce Committee Vote on April 30

Senate confirmation would give Republicans a 3–2 FCC majority.

Apr 24·1 min read·18 words

Verizon, T-Mobile: Fifth Circuit Was Right to Strike Down AT&T Fine

Both carriers are fighting multi-million dollar fines of their own.

Apr 23·1 min read·21 words

Former OpenAI Workers Ask California and Delaware to Block For-Profit Conversation

'I’m happy there is an effort to hold OpenAI to its mission that does not involve Elon Musk,' said an AI pioneer Wednesday.

Apr 23·1 min read·34 words

States Moving Ahead With BEAD Processes

The Commerce Department issued a 90-day extension on final spending plans.

Apr 23·1 min read·17 words

AT&T Passes 29.5M Fiber Locations in Q1

Company added 261,000 fiber subs in the first quarter.

Apr 23·1 min read·16 words

Musk Promises Less Time in Washington After Tesla Profit Plunges

Investors sent Tesla shares up more than 5% in after-hours trading, although they are still down more than 40% for the year.

Apr 23·1 min read·32 words

NTIA Issues Blanket 90-Day Extension for BEAD Plans

The agency said in a policy notice states would need more time to implement forthcoming changes to the program.

Apr 22·1 min read·27 words

Industry Urges FCC to Revisit Environmental Review Rules

CTIA asks the FCC to exempt most wireless projects from NEPA review.

Apr 22·1 min read·20 words

Project Kuiper Gets New April 28 Launch Date

Amazon ready to send 27 satellites to low-Earth orbit in its official constellation rollout.

Apr 22·1 min read·22 words

West Virginia Data Center Bill Gets Local Pushback

Governor expected to sign signature legislation.

Apr 22·1 min read·14 words

FTC Sues Uber, Alleging it Signed up Subscribers Without Permission

'Americans are tired of getting signed up for unwanted subscriptions that seem impossible to cancel, said FTC Chairman Andrew Ferguson.

Apr 22·1 min read·30 words

Chittenden County CUD Will Soon Emerge From The 'Dark Ages' with Fiber Expansion

Communications Union Districts allows municipalities to bond together to tackle broadband network deployments.

Apr 22·1 min read·26 words

California $15 Low-Income Internet Bill Gets a Hearing

First hearing is scheduled for April 30.

Apr 21·1 min read·15 words

T-Mobile: Joint Ventures Could Introduce Uncertainty

The carrier closed its acquisition of Lumos, and its bid to buy Metronet is still awaiting approval. Both are joint ventures.

Apr 21·1 min read·27 words

MAGA Activist Gavin Wax Lands Senior Role at FCC

Simington’s new chief of staff, a player in the Make America Great Again movement, vowed ‘retribution’ against Trump critics.

Apr 21·1 min read·28 words

First VCBB Broadband Technician Pre-Apprenticeship Training Graduation

The training is comprehensive training for an entry level broadband network technician offered to participants at no cost.

Apr 21·1 min read·25 words

Charter, Former Executive End Lawsuit

Charter said the executive was no longer employed by Metronet.

Apr 21·1 min read·15 words

Google Face Off With U.S. Government Over Possible Breakup

An existential threat for Google as a court in Washington will hear 'remedies' arguments about how, or whether, Google should be broken up.

Apr 21·1 min read·32 words

Digital Defenses Raised as Global Tensions Raise Threat of Cyberwarfare

Cyber experts are warning of heightened cyberthreats and a growing digital arms race as countries look to defend themselves.

Apr 20·1 min read·29 words

China Dominates Solar + Trump Tariffs Target China = Higher Costs for U.S. Industry

President Donald Trump's escalating trade war with China threatens to crimp a massive source of solar panels and parts.

Apr 19·1 min read·33 words

Free Market Think Tank Sees Legal Problem with State Affordability Laws

Free State Foundation’s Seth Cooper says California and Massachusetts bills could violate the Fifth Amendment

Apr 18·1 min read·26 words

6 States Nearly Ready to Deal Out BEAD Funds

BEAD bids are rolling in across Utah, Rhode Island, New York, Nebraska, and Alabama.

Apr 18·1 min read·23 words

Trump Administration Extends Federal Hiring Freeze

Freeze will now last until July 15, 2025

Apr 18·1 min read·14 words

Dell’Oro: Fiber Build Likely Shielded from Tariffs

The group noted there has already been some onshoring in preparation for BEAD.

Apr 18·1 min read·20 words

NAB, Public Knowledge See Google Court Outcome the Same Way

Judge said search giant violated antitrust laws

Apr 18·1 min read·17 words

Mississippi Online Age Verification Law Sent Back to Lower Court for Review

Fifth Circuit orders deeper review of the law’s First Amendment impact.

Apr 18·1 min read·23 words

Fifth Circuit Tosses $57 Million Fine Against AT&T

Judges said the agency's forfeiture process was invald under Jarkesy.

Apr 18·1 min read·18 words

Carr's DEI Crackdown via Merger Reviews Faces Expert Pushback

Panelists criticized Carr’s tactics as vague, politically driven, and lacking in clear legal grounding.

Apr 18·1 min read·23 words

FCC Blocks Seven Behind Fraud Scheme from E-Rate

The people were convicted of overcharging religious schools.

Apr 17·1 min read·16 words

Trump Orders Agencies to Digitize and Accelerate Infrastructure Permitting

White House called it the most sweeping reform of NEPA in its 50-year history.

Apr 17·1 min read·23 words

AT&T Planning FirstNet Direct-to-Cell Tests This Year

The carrier and AST SpaceMobile got approval to run the test on the satellite privider's BlueBird units.

Apr 17·1 min read·24 words

Rural Wireless Carriers Oppose T-Mobile’s Purchase of UScellular

They argued USF-funded sites could be shut down.

Apr 17·1 min read·16 words

Google's Digital Ad Network Declared an Illegal Monopoly by Federal District Court

Google has been branded a monopolist by a federal judge for the second time in less than a year, this time for ad technology.

Apr 17·1 min read·36 words

Maine’s BEAD Plan Delayed, Triggered by NTIA’s New Policy Direction

NTIA is expected to issue revised BEAD guidance in mid-May, Maine says.

Apr 17·1 min read·22 words

Judge Strikes Down Ohio Law Limiting Kids’ Social Media as Unconstitutional

'This court finds, however, that the Act as drafted fails to pass constitutional muster and is constitutionally infirm.'

Apr 17·1 min read·29 words

FiberLight to Acquire Metro Fiber Networks

Acquisition opens new corridor from Virginia Beach to Data Center Alley in Northern Virginia, and also Atlanta and Charlotte.

Apr 17·1 min read·25 words

American Partnering with Viasat and Intelsat on In-flight Wi-Fi

United has a deal with Starlink, and Delta is partnered with Viasat and Hughes

Apr 16·1 min read·23 words

Joel Thayer Named Chief of Staff to FTC Commissioner Mark Meador

Thayer is well known in Washington policy circles for his work on telecommunications.

Apr 16·1 min read·197 words

Tribes, Industry Still Disagree on Auction Priority Window

The FCC is considering boosting Tribal spectrum access as part of an upcoming auction.

Apr 16·1 min read·22 words

Comcast Launches Five-Year Price Guarantee on Xfinity Internet Plans

The price lock will simplify pricing and add value for consumers, the company says.

Apr 16·1 min read·23 words

Law Firm Advises Employers on Navigating FCC DEI Investigations

Littler emphasizes that DEI efforts must comply with anti-discrimination laws.

Apr 16·1 min read·19 words

States Challenge Federal Nuclear Rules to Advance Small Reactors

Louisiana joins multi-state legal effort to ease deployment of next-gen nuclear tech.

Apr 16·1 min read·21 words

Streaming Industry Pushes Back on Extending CALM Act to Online Video

Streaming association says that the streaming ad environment is different from cable's.

Apr 16·1 min read·23 words

Meta CEO Zuckerberg Considered Spinning Off Instagram in 2018, Email Says

In the 2018 email, CEO Mark Zuckerberg said 'there is a non-trivial chance' Meta could be forced to spin off Instagram.

Apr 16·1 min read·32 words

In ‘Delete’ Docket, Advocates Want Improvements to Lifeline, E-Rate and Local Control

Public interest groups say the FCC should modernize, not dismantle, key programs.

Apr 15·1 min read·24 words

Judge Orders Federal Agencies to Spend Billions on Infrastructure and Energy

A Trump executive order put projects funded by the 2021 Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act and 2022 Inflation Reduction Act on hold.

Apr 15·1 min read·33 words

WISPA CEO: BEAD Maps Still Imperfect

David Zumwalt said the group wants a chance to dispute some challenge process results.

Apr 15·1 min read·20 words

Lawmakers Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Crack Down on Broadband Theft and Vandalism

The bill would amend federal criminal law to explicitly include broadband facilities under protections for communications infrastructure

Apr 15·1 min read·29 words

USTelecom Urges FCC to Reject 'One-Size-Fits-All' Pole Rules

The group warned that prescriptive rules would risk undermining broadband deployment

Apr 15·1 min read·19 words

Senators From Both Parties Press Roth on BEAD Changes

The nominee to head the NTIA said she would consult with stakeholders if a per-location spending cap came up.

Apr 15·1 min read·28 words

Public Knowledge Pushes for Digital Platform Regulator

Proposal weighs feasibility of creating an independent commission, executive agency, or standards body.

Apr 15·1 min read·20 words

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg Takes Stand in Historic Antitrust Trial

The trial could force the tech giant to break off Instagram and WhatsApp, startups Meta bought more than a decade ago.

Apr 15·1 min read·31 words

Confusion Reigns After Trump Exempts Electronics From New Tariff Regime

Trump administration officials have also indicated that additional, sector-specific tariffs targeting electronics are on the way.

Apr 14·1 min read·26 words

Trade Groups Ask FCC to Loosen Engineer Certification, Broadband Label Rules

The agency had requested input on rules it could consider repealing.

Apr 14·1 min read·22 words

West Virginia Passes Law to Attract Data Centers, Advance Energy Infrastructure

The bill establishes programs to attract high-impact industrial projects

Apr 14·1 min read·20 words

Hochul Launches $5M Grant Program to Improve Wireless Coverage Across New York

State plans on three grants with awards between $1 million and $2 million each.

Apr 14·1 min read·26 words

Meta Faces Antitrust Trial That Could Force It to Break Off Instagram, WhatsApp

The looming antitrust trial will be the first big test of President Donald Trump’s Federal Trade Commission’s ability to challenge Big Tech.

Apr 14·1 min read·35 words

Trump Administration Pushes Deregulation

President Trump targeted anti-competitive regulations, aimed to promote growth

Apr 11·1 min read·13 words

Bipartisan PLAN Act Reintroduced in House

Legislation intended to bring broadband to more Americans

Apr 11·1 min read·14 words

Twenty-one States Push to Scrap Carrier-of-Last-Resort Laws

Telecom leaders call mandates to maintain copper a barrier to next-gen broadband.

Apr 11·1 min read·19 words

Precision Agriculture Requires 'All-of-the-Above' Connectivity Approach, Experts Say

Agricultural connectivity requirements differ fundamentally from residential broadband needs

Apr 11·1 min read·17 words

Reverse SpaceX Direct-to-Cell Power Level Waiver: EchoStar

The FCC allowed SpaceX to user higher power under its deal with T-Mobile.

Apr 11·1 min read·20 words

NCTA: Vandalism of Communications Infrastructure on the Rise

There were 5,770 incidents of theft and vandalism nationally between June and December last year.

Apr 11·1 min read·23 words

Senate Confirms Trump Nominee Mark Meador to FTC on Party-Line Vote

Meador confirmed amid a legal challenge by two ousted Democratic FTC commissioners.

Apr 11·1 min read·23 words

NAB to FCC: Online Video Streamers Causing Loud Commercials

TV stations are complying with CALM Act, NAB says.

Apr 11·1 min read·18 words

Breezeline Down 5,000 Broadband Subscribers

Breezeline is the eighth largest cable operator in the U.S., with just under 1 million subscribers.

Apr 11·1 min read·21 words

Kansas Declares Broadband Critical Infrastructure, Boosts Legal Protections

The new law increased penalties for trespassing on or damaging telecommunications systems

Apr 11·1 min read·20 words

House Bill Would Divert BEAD Funds Toward Satellite and Wireless Subsidies

Rep. Taylor has also pushed for satellites to be considered in Appalachian broadband grants.

Apr 10·1 min read·25 words

Stick With Fiber, Rural Providers Tell Washington

Rural broadband providers urged federal officials to stay the course on prioritizing fiber in BEAD.

Apr 10·1 min read·22 words

Amazon Delays Kuiper Satellite Launch Due to Weather

The rocket, carrying 27 Kuiper satellites, was grounded due to weather conditions

Apr 10·1 min read·20 words

ISPs Now Main Source for Home Routers: Survey

About one-third of router owners now use mesh networking systems

Apr 10·1 min read·18 words

Digital Equity Grant Winners Not Notified of Official Pause

The awards, recommended under the Biden administration, are under budgetary review.

Apr 10·1 min read·20 words

FCC to Vote on Modernizing Foreign Ownership Rules

The agency has faced calls to address foreign influence in media and advertising.

Apr 10·1 min read·21 words

US Ignite to Lead Broadband Planning Effort in Harris County, Texas

The final plan will serve as a long-term guide to strengthen digital infrastructure

Apr 9·1 min read·24 words

Nevada Broadband Head Predicts BEAD Shovels in the Ground This Summer

The state's final proposal is still being reviewed by the National Institute of Standards and Technology.

Apr 9·1 min read·27 words

FCC Nominee Olivia Trusty Vows to Balance DoD-Industry Spectrum Demands

During nomination hearing, Trusty pledges to protect universal service while advancing next-gen connectivity.

Apr 9·4 min read·718 words

Schmidt Warns Congress: U.S. Must Win Race to Superintelligent AI

Schmidt urged rebuilding domestic semiconductor manufacturing

Apr 9·1 min read·16 words

Senate Commerce Committee Advances Roth Nomination to NTIA

Her nomination will now go to the full Senate.

Apr 9·1 min read·17 words

Carson, California, Breaks Ground On New Municipal Fiber Network

Officials say the first phase of the city’s network will install over 100,000 feet of new fiber optic cable.

Apr 9·1 min read·28 words

TAKE IT DOWN Act Passes House Commerce, But Not Without a Fight

Democrats warn the law will fall flat without a functional FTC to enforce it.

Apr 8·1 min read·26 words

FCC Declines Requests to Alter Rural Broadband Subsidy

Providers had asked for several changes, including to how the agency determined the presence of unsubsidized competitors.

Apr 8·1 min read·25 words

Maine Lawmakers Push Bill to Require Chevron Deference at State Level

Supporters argue the bill would preserve agency expertise in complex rulemaking

Apr 8·1 min read·22 words

FCC Travel Freeze Forces Gomez to Pay Her Own Way to NAB Show

The FCC suspended commissioner travel with no public explanation.

Apr 8·1 min read·22 words

Kentucky’s New Regulation Law Faces Legal Pushback

House Bill 6 bars state agencies in Kentucky from issuing new regulations that would cost more than $500,000

Apr 8·1 min read·25 words

FCC to Vote on Revamping Satellite Rules, 37 GHz Framework

The agency's next meeting is on April 28.

Apr 8·1 min read·18 words

Charter Finalizes $49.5 Million Purchase of Bardstown Connect

The city will continue managing customer service and billing until Charter assumes full control

Apr 7·1 min read·22 words

FCC’s New Broadband Fabric Now Governs High-Cost Program Oversight

States, ISPs still struggling to challenge its accuracy

Apr 7·1 min read·17 words

Utah Enacts Tech Laws on Youth Safety and Data Privacy

The App Store Accountability Act requires app stores to verify users’ ages and obtain parental consent for minors

Apr 7·1 min read·28 words

Rhode Island Open for BEAD Applications

The deadline for submissions is May 9.

Apr 7·1 min read·13 words

Starlink Becomes Punching Bag Amid Global Backlash to Trump Tariffs

Canada’s westernmost territory halts use of Elon Musk’s satellite service, ends presence on X, and pulls Tesla rebates in protest.

Apr 7·1 min read·30 words

April 25 Deadline for New York Municipal Broadband

New York opened applications for nearly $50 million toward municipal networks.

Apr 7·1 min read·19 words

North Carolina Announces $22 Million in Broadband Grant Awards

The money comes from the state’s Completing Access to Broadband program, funded by $400 million from the American Rescue Plan Act.

Apr 7·1 min read·30 words

Experts Call for Congressional Action on Kids' Online Safety

Bipartisan support grows for KOSA despite implementation concerns.

Apr 5·1 min read·17 words

Carr Fires Back at Blumenthal Over Media Probes

FCC Chairman says he is treating all parties fairly

Apr 4·1 min read·17 words

Everstream Solutions Proposes to Delay Pennsylvania Market Exit

TDS has agreed to Everstream's six-month delay.

Apr 4·1 min read·15 words

States Advance BEAD Subgrantee Selection Amid Federal Uncertainty

New Mexico, Hawaii report strong provider interest as more states move to prepare final proposals.

Apr 4·1 min read·23 words

West Virginia ‘Looking Closely’ at a Tech Neutral BEAD Plan Amid Review

The state is reworking its final proposal but hasn't asked ISPs to resubmit grant applications.

Apr 4·1 min read·27 words

USF Funding Exceeded $8.5 Billion in 2024

USAC says spending increased by more than $400 million over 2023

Apr 4·1 min read·18 words

Tariffs Could Slow Broadband Deployment: New Street

President Trump instituted sweeping duties on imports Wednesday

Apr 4·1 min read·15 words

Lawmakers Reintroduce Bill to Permanently Expand Medicare Telehealth Access

Covid-era flexibilites are set to expire Sept. 30.

Apr 3·1 min read·17 words

United to Launch Starlink Wi-Fi in May

Installations will begin immediately, with United aiming to equip 40 regional aircraft per month

Apr 3·1 min read·21 words

House to Hold Hearing on AI, Infrastructure, and U.S. Global Competitiveness

Guthrie emphasized the importance of investing in infrastructure to support the expansion of AI

Apr 3·1 min read·25 words

Digital Divide Closing in South Carolina, State Says

'Nearly all of these newly constructed locations now have access to fiber,' says state broadband director

Apr 3·1 min read·24 words

Amazon Sets April 9 Launch Date for First Operational Kuiper Satellites

Project Kuiper aims to deploy a constellation of more than 3,000 low Earth orbit satellites

Apr 3·1 min read·26 words

Senate Commerce Committee to Review Key Telecom Nominations

If confirmed, Trusty will cement a Republican majority at the FCC

Apr 3·1 min read·19 words

State Legislators: Don’t Upend BEAD

A bipartisan group of 115 legislators from 28 states urged caution as the Trump administration mulls rule changes.

Apr 3·1 min read·23 words

Willmar, Minnesota Moves Forward With Open Access Fiber Network

The city promises options ranging from symmetrical 300 megabits per second to symmetrical 1 gigabit per second.

Apr 3·1 min read·26 words

T-Mobile Supports Petitions Against 5G Fund, Verizon Opposes

FCC Chairman Brendan Carr opposed moving forward with the $9 billion fund as a commissioner.

Apr 2·1 min read·23 words

California’s $15 Broadband Proposal Could Save Households $1B Annually, State Report Finds

New report finds affordability mandate would cut less than 1% from top ISPs’ revenues.

Apr 2·1 min read·26 words

Industry and Tribes at Odds on Tribal Priority Window

The FCC took comment on boosting Tribal access to spectrum ahead of an upcoming auction.

Apr 2·1 min read·24 words

Minnesota: Keep BEAD Fast and Grounded in Local Expertise

State seeks shot clock for federal reviews and greater trust in state-led broadband plans.

Apr 2·1 min read·23 words

House and Senate Democrats Demand Answers from Carr Over Media Investigations

The efforts are not termed ‘investigations,’ but - signed only by Democrats - demand answers from Carr.

Apr 1·1 min read·28 words

GoNetspeed Blasts Massachusetts for Broadband Delays Caused by Outdated Pole Attachment Rules

Regional ISP urged regulators to adopt reforms modeled on federal rules.

Apr 1·1 min read·23 words

Wireless Association: Exempt Deployments from Environmental Policy Act

The Federal Communications Commission is seeking comment on the proposal.

Apr 1·1 min read·18 words

Iowa Urged to Prioritize Fiber Ahead of Arrival of $415 Million in BEAD Money

Wulfsen argued that fiber is a better long-term investment than satellite.

Apr 1·1 min read·25 words

Congress Accelerates Tech Agenda with House Markup of Key Bills

House panel revives broadband, cybersecurity, and supply chain bills.

Apr 1·1 min read·19 words

T-Mobile, Swedish Investor EQT Close Lumos Purchase

T-Mobile is aiming to reach 3.5 million passings with the joint venture by 2029.

Apr 1·1 min read·21 words

House Bill Could Open Appalachian Broadband Funds to Starlink

GAO study would evaluate whether the Appalachian Regional Commission should fund LEO providers.

Mar 31·1 min read·22 words

Pennsylvania Bill Seeks to Lower Broadband Labor Costs by Reclassifying Workers

Pickett argues that the current classification inflates broadband deployment costs.

Mar 31·1 min read·21 words

Major Low-Power TV Station Owner Wants to Shift to Datacasts

HC2 asked the FCC to allow low-power TV stations to use the 5G broadcast standard.

Mar 31·1 min read·25 words

Michigan Bill Seeks to Exempt Broadband Grants From State Taxes

Even in more connected areas, access rates remain below the national average of 90%.

Mar 31·1 min read·24 words

West Virginia Reworking BEAD Proposal Amid Trump-Driven Program Overhaul

State delays final BEAD proposal to reconsider technology mix under Trump administration’s revised priorities.

Mar 31·1 min read·23 words

Commerce Inspector General: Project Selection Timelines a Potential Struggle for BEAD

The agency's inspector general interviewed and surveyed state broadband offices.

Mar 31·1 min read·21 words

Global Leaders Share Insights on Broadband Success, Open Access

Fiber deployment emerges as a common thread despite vastly different market conditions.

Mar 29·1 min read·21 words

Panelists Warn of ‘Choke Points’ in America’s Nuclear Energy Future

Permitting delays, transmission backlogs, siting fights, and supply chain gaps top the list.

Mar 29·1 min read·23 words

FCC’s Carr Opens Probes Into Disney and ABC

The agency is investigating the company, along with Comcast and Verizon, over diversity practices.

Mar 28·1 min read·22 words

AI’s Energy Appetite Is Growing; Permitting Delays Could Starve It

Outdated permitting systems could stymie nuclear projects needed for tomorrow’s data centers, panelists said.

Mar 28·1 min read·24 words

More Internet Exchanges Necessary for Rural Areas: Experts

Latency experienced by users is dependent in part on their distance from internet exchange points.

Mar 28·1 min read·23 words

‘Nuclear Congressman’ Says Small Modular Reactors Key to Data Center Growth

With AI, broadband, and cloud infrastructure stressing the grid, Fleischmann wants to put nuclear reactors on-site.

Mar 28·1 min read·27 words

Rep. Randy Weber: More Nuclear Power for Data Centers

Big tech companies have been pursuing nuclear power as electricity demands increase.

Mar 28·1 min read·21 words

NTIA Nominee Roth Mostly Noncommittal on Key BEAD Issues

Roth offered no guarantees that states won’t have to restart BEAD subgrantee selections.

Mar 27·1 min read·22 words

FCC Opens Inquiry into GPS Backup

Democratic Commissioner Anna Gomez criticized the agency's recent probes into media companies and ISPs.

Mar 27·1 min read·20 words

New Mexico Broadband Expansion Bill Awaits Governor’s Signature

Legislation aims to improve online education, emergency services

Mar 27·1 min read·16 words

Manufacturing Behind Surging Energy Demand for Data Centers, Says U.S. Chamber Official

Guith said natural gas was a key factor in keeping electricity affordable.

Mar 27·1 min read·24 words

Trump’s NTIA Pick Vows to ‘Finish the Job’ on BEAD

Roth vows to preserve bipartisan spirit of $42.5 billion broadband program. 

Mar 27·1 min read·21 words

Three Mile Island Nuclear Plant May Return to Fuel Microsoft AI Data Center

Plan to restart the storied Pennsylvania reactor reflects the growing convergence of Big Tech’s energy demand.

Mar 27·1 min read·29 words

USF Proponents ‘Cautiously Optimistic’ After Supreme Court Arguments

Justices are set to decide whether the $9 billion-per-year program is unconstitutional

Mar 26·1 min read·20 words

Fired FTC Official Slaughter: Trump Put Big Tech Above the Law

Democrat says FTC lost two Big Tech watchdogs over Meta, X, and Amazon.

Mar 26·1 min read·24 words

FCC Asked to Block Provider from Shutting Down in Pennsylvania

Shutdown could leave 911 call centers more vulnerable to outages, Zito Media claims.

Mar 26·1 min read·23 words

FCC’s Gomez Defends DEI Against Government Intrusion

Democrat says government interference with DEI initiatives could have long-term economic and social consequences.

Mar 26·1 min read·21 words

Supreme Court Appears Reluctant to Rule Against USF

The $9 billion-per-year fund is being challenged as unconstitutional nearly 30 years after its creation.

Mar 26·1 min read·23 words

Thune: More Congressional Review Act Votes Coming

Wi-Fi hotspots CRA still pending.

Mar 26·1 min read·12 words

Phoenix Center Challenges Brattle Group’s Fiber Value Impact

Ford said that fiber is too expensive in many rural areas to be a practical solution.

Mar 25·2 min read·333 words

Rep. Hudson Wants to Rewrite Many BEAD Requirements

Republican lawmaker targets rules on labor, DEI, and price caps in the name of faster rollout.

Mar 25·1 min read·24 words

USDA Scrubs DEI Criteria from Rural Broadband Grant Programs

Removal of DEI scoring may shift broadband funds away from Tribes and disadvantaged areas.

Mar 25·1 min read·23 words

Cruz Still Aiming For Spectrum Pipeline in Reconciliation Bill

The Defense Department has opposed the idea of auction authority with a 'pipeline' of projects for auction.

Mar 25·1 min read·26 words

FTC’s Ferguson Says Tech Censorship Practices May Violate Antitrust Law

Chairman signals agency’s expanding role in countering Big Tech censorship

Mar 25·1 min read·20 words

An Interview With Former BEAD Director Evan Feinman

In an interview with Cardinal News, Feinman talked about how BEAD helped Virginia, and why he’s worried about its future growth.

Mar 25·1 min read·29 words

Earth, Ether, Fire and Water: An Elemental Data Center Story

A convergence of interest between the energy-hungry needs of major Internet players and the Trump administration's 'energy dominance'

Mar 25·1 min read·28 words

Data Center Tension Between Power Demands and Sustainability Goals

In Europe, environmental standards 'are not a hope, not a wish, not a best effort—it's a regulatory mandate.'

Mar 25·1 min read·27 words

Because of Power Availability, Fiber Providers Racing to Connect Remote Data Centers

Power availability is now dictating location decisions, forcing fiber providers to adapt with unprecedented long-haul infrastructure builds.

Mar 25·1 min read·29 words

With Unprecedented AI-Driven Demand, New Financing Solutions Needed

In 2024, there was 6.7 gigawatts of data center demand, said Kush Urs of Guggenheim Partners. That was more than 6X since 2020.

Mar 25·1 min read·31 words

On-Site Gas Generation a Solution to Data Center Power Crunch: Expert

'On-site generation would be up to 85% efficient when you capture waste heat on site,' Summers said, versus 33% grid efficiency.

Mar 25·1 min read·32 words

Data Centers See Enterprise AI Demand Creating New Opportunities

Unlike hyperscale facilities purpose-built for specific customers, mid-market operators face the challenge of designing flexible facilities.

Mar 25·1 min read·25 words

U.S. Government Not Prepared for Conflict Over Subsea Cable

Incidents in the Baltic Sea, Red Sea, and near Taiwan have drawn attention to the security risks posed by potential sabotage

Mar 24·1 min read·30 words

UK on Track to Reach 96% Fiber Coverage by 2027

Regulator Ofcom unveils new rules to sustain rural broadband buildout.

Mar 24·1 min read·20 words

Telecom Groups Push Back on Rhode Island Broadband Bill

The bill would require ISPs to report broadband speeds, service disruptions, and consumer subscriptions.

Mar 24·1 min read·23 words

Judges Probe FCC’s $92 Million Fine Against T-Mobile

The company argued the fines were invalid under SEC v. Jarkesy.

Mar 24·1 min read·19 words

California Democrat Releases $15 Internet Affordability Bill

New text lays out speed, eligibility, and reporting rules under the proposed California Affordable Home Internet Act.

Mar 24·1 min read·24 words

Lawyers Backing FCC Cautiously Optimistic Ahead of Supreme Court USF Case Showdown

Telecom companies, public interest groups, and both the Biden and Trump administrations are united in the fight over the FCC’s Universal Service Fund.

Mar 21·1 min read·35 words

FCC Investigating Chinese Telecom Providers

The agency's chairman alleged some of the firms were operating in the U.S.

Mar 21·1 min read·18 words

T-Mobile Selling Valuable Spectrum to Grain Management

Grain Management is looking to market the airwaves to utility companies.

Mar 21·1 min read·18 words

State-by-State BEAD Bids Reveal Varying Degrees of ISP Participation

Arkansas nearly reached full coverage, Massachusetts barely half.

Mar 21·1 min read·17 words

Luján Bill Would Let FCC Collect Robocall Fines

The authority currently rests with the Justice Department.

Mar 21·1 min read·16 words

FCC Space Bureau Chief Highlights Role of LEO Satellites in Broadband Expansion

Bureau Chief Jay Schwarz outlined two key priorities: Modernizing licensing systems and ensuring adequate spectrum.

Mar 21·1 min read·27 words

Court Declines to Stay 4.9 GHz Order on FirstNet

The FCC is looking to give AT&T's FirstNet access to more public safety spectrum.

Mar 20·1 min read·23 words

Comcast Launches Connected Building Solution for Multifamily Properties

Comcast’s Multifamily Xfinity Broadband Gateway is designed specifically for multifamily buildings.

Mar 20·1 min read·19 words

NTIA Nominee Arielle Roth Confirmation Hearing Set for March 27

She's been critical of the BEAD program's fiber preference.

Mar 20·1 min read·19 words

Charter and Comcast Offering Emergency Satellite Messaging on Certain Android Phones

Verizon, who the cable giants have MVNO deals with, announced satellite texting on the same Android phones Wednesday.

Mar 20·1 min read·29 words

Who Might Replace Geoffrey Starks at the FCC?

Trump’s next move could upend agency norms.

Mar 20·1 min read·15 words

FCC Loosens Copper Retirement Rules

The agency allowed bundled voice services to qualify as an alternative option, among other things.

Mar 20·1 min read·20 words

Sitka, Alaska, Back Online After Subsea Fiber Cable Repair

Crews worked throughout the weekend to repair a section of damaged fiber

Mar 20·1 min read·21 words

FCC Defends Media Ownership Rules Before Eighth Circuit

FCC Chairman Brendan Carr opposes the rules, and is expected to roll them back regardless of the outcome.

Mar 19·1 min read·26 words

Missouri Wants FCC to Return $177 Million in Defaulted Grants

More than 85,000 locations meant to be served by the Rural Digital Opportunity Fund remain without service.

Mar 19·1 min read·27 words

Massachusetts Invests $10.4 Million to Expand Statewide Broadband Access

The state hopes to improve broadband infrastructure and expand internet affordability.

Mar 19·1 min read·20 words

Terminated FTC Democrats Vow to Take Trump to Court

A federal judge reversed a similar attempt by Trump, and an FTC lawsuit might be next.

Mar 19·1 min read·25 words

New Mexico’s $70 Million Starlink Plan Not in State Budget

State broadband office requested $70 million last November for the Starlink project.

Mar 19·1 min read·22 words

Adam Cassady Named Acting NTIA Head

President Trump's pick to lead the agency Arielle Roth, has yet to be confirmed.

Mar 19·1 min read·20 words

Pew: States Should Collect Data on Utility Poles

The data could inform policy decisions where the FCC doesn't regulate poles, the group said.

Mar 18·1 min read·23 words

Stephen Rose Appointed CEO of Render Networks

Rose’s new leadership role comes at a key moment in broadband deployment expansion.

Mar 18·1 min read·20 words

FCC Commissioner Starks to Resign ‘This Spring’

With Starks leaving, Carr could have a majority sooner than he expected.

Mar 18·1 min read·19 words

Ciena Survey Predicts Surge in AI-Driven Data Center Demands

The survey indicated a growing demand for DCI bandwidth.

Mar 18·1 min read·18 words

USF Opponents Attacking ‘a Strawman’: Trump Administration

The Supreme Court is set to hear arguments on whether the fund is constitutional March 26.

Mar 18·1 min read·23 words

BEAD Tax Bill Costs $2.5 Billion in First Six Years, Analysis Shows

Joint Committee on Taxation in 2023 Put 11-Year Cost at $578 million

Mar 18·1 min read·24 words

CWA Member Criticizes Potential Changes to Broadband Fund Allocations

'With fiber, you don’t have to worry about any of that.'

Mar 17·1 min read·20 words

Blumenthal Probes FCC’s ‘Intrusive Investigations’ Into Media Firms

Senate Democrat wants answers on FCC investigations into Comcast, ABC, CBS, NBC, NPR, and PBS.

Mar 17·1 min read·23 words

Crown Castle Selling Fiber, Small Cell Businesses for $8.5 Billion

The company will hang on to its 40,000 towers.

Mar 17·1 min read·19 words

Clearfiber CEO Sentenced for Money Laundering

Hensen submitted false invoices to the USDA

Mar 17·1 min read·13 words