California Accepts BEAD Funding, But Disputes Trump White House Conditions
The state said it still wanted to enforce its net neutrality and carrier of last resort rules
New Mexico Seeks Public Input on Digital Equity Standard
Nearly 23% of New Mexicans lack a computer; the standard aims to address gaps in devices, connectivity, skills, and online safety.
Nevada ISP Owner Pleads Guilty to Laundering $7.8 Million from USDA’s ReConnect Project
The case raises questions about oversight of federal broadband grants
Oregon Governor’s New Order Pauses Fiber Broadband Projects
The Oregon Department of Transportation has paused 20 state fiber permit applications.
Throw it Back? California Gov. Newsom Urged to Reject $1.4 Billion in BEAD Money over Net Neutrality
Ahead of the Nov. 1 BEAD funding deadline, Stanford Law professor Barbara van Schewick urged California’s governor not to accept the broadband money
Utah Charges Kalshi and Its Founders, Escalating Fight Over Who Can Regulate Prediction Markets
The action came after a federal judge rejected Kalshi’s effort to prevent Utah from enforcing its anti-gambling laws.
Rachel Goodman: Baseless Election Interference Threats from the FCC
The FCC has consistently affirmed that it has no authority to dictate how broadcasters report polls or election results.
Spectrum Pulling Cox from Rural Digital Opportunity Fund
Cox’s subscribers trends were worse than expected, New Street analysts said
Vermont Launches Statewide Internet Speed Check
A state-administered tool provides ground truth data that better pinpoints where investments ought to be made
House Dems Want Thumann Nomination Paired with Gomez Renomination
Thumann’s confirmation hearing has not been rescheduled after it was postponed in September
Melissa Newman: Standards as the Foundation for Responsible AI Data Center Development
Recent publicity has elevated data centers from a low-profile infrastructure project to a prominent consideration in planning
AT&T to Bring Back Customer Service Jobs to U.S. by 2027
AT&T highlights career paths beyond a four-year degree
FCC Circulating Order to Preempt California Copper Retirement Rules
AT&T asked for the move earlier this year
