Court Injunctions
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.
Akul Saxena
Reporter Akul Saxena studied Politics at the University of California, Santa Cruz, and has experience working in the mergers and acquisitions space. He’s focused on economic mobility and tech policy, and how broadband infrastructure supports both.
Public Safety
FCC Boots Hong Kong Telecom, Citing China Ties
The action followed broader crackdowns on Chinese carriers and blacklisted Huawei and ZTE equipment.
Briefs
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.
Downed Cables
Maui Residents Sound Alarm Over Downed Cables
Hawaiian telecommunication companies are moving to repair downed lines locals fear could ignite a blaze.
Copper Theft
Analysis: Copper Theft’s True Toll Understated in Telecom Infrastructure Reports
More than 15,000 network attacks were logged, but major incidents went uncounted.
Briefs
Nokia Deepens AI Push to Prepare for 6G Transition
Nokia licenses technology from Hewlett Packard Enterprises to enhance mobile networks.
government shutdown
Members of Congress Vow to Skip Pay During Shutdown
Lawmakers called it solidarity with federal workers, though the Constitution guarantees their salaries continue.
Briefs
Gov. Newsom Signs California Law Targeting Loud Streaming Ads
California becomes the first state to regulate ad volume on streaming platforms.
Data Center
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.
Free Speech
Senators Clash Over Big Tech ‘Jawboning’ and FCC Power
At hearing, both parties said they backed free speech–but differed on its biggest threat
BEAD
Broadband Spared as Ernst Urges $2 Trillion Cuts
After calling BEAD a “boondoggle” last year, the Iowa senator omitted the program.
Digital Divide
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.
Digital Inclusion
NYC Extends Free Internet Program for Low Income
NYC’s Big Apple Connect, bringing high-speed internet to public housing, secured through 2028.
Digital Divide
Joshua Edmonds Named to Leadership Role in Public Broadband Push
The CEO DigitalC joins a board representing over 400 community networks across 33 states.
Affordability
Wireless Taxes Hit Record High as Service Prices Decline
Families with $100 monthly plans now face more than $330 in annual taxes.
People
Comcast Elevates Michael Cavanagh to Co-CEO in Face of Competition
Cavanagh becomes the first non-family executive to share Comcast’s top job
