rip and replace program
Mediacom Suggests Rip-and-Replace Reforms
The company encouraged the FCC to redistribute available funding
Ari Bertenthal
Community Manager Ari Bertenthal attended the University of California, Santa Barbara and studied sociology. He is passionate about the social impact of broadband internet access.
RDOF
RiverStreet Defaults on Six RDOF Census Block Groups
The company will be subject to federal non-compliance measures.
Biden-Harris Administration
In Remarks, Biden Promotes Broadband Agenda
The president presses ahead on goal to provide affordable broadband for all Americans.
Biden-Harris Administration
BEAD Proposals Approved for North Dakota, Idaho, and American Samoa
The BEAD has $42.45 billion to advance broadband in the U.S.
Massachusetts
Massachusetts Institute to Celebrate Digital Inclusion Week
Group to host first digital inclusion event on Oct. 9th
Biden-Harris Administration
NTIA Approves Nebraska’s Access to BEAD Funds
Cornhusker state slated to receive about $400 million for broadband
Digital Infrastructure Investment
Open Access Execs Offer Advice on Partnerships, Community
Officials said more choice leads to better consumer outcomes, but communication is key.
Copyright
ISPs Challenge Court Decision in Cox Copyright Lawsuit
Internet providers said they were not responsible for subscribers’ illicit activities.
Energy and Commerce
House Committee Votes to Adopt AM Radio Bill
The Committee vote was a victory for the National Association of Broadcasters.
AI
Senate Subcommittee Hears Testimony on Risks of AI Management
Panelists said that AI regulations are necessary to promote safety.
Meta
House Committee to Vote on Communications Bills
Two bills aim to increase internet safety
Education and Distance Learning
Memphis School District Fears $5 Million Loss on Devices
The district said an administrative error created the reimbursement issue.
Rural
FCC Approves TDS-RiverStreet Sales
The FCC said the deal will not remove competition from the market
Ziply
FCC Approves Ziply Fiber’s Acquisition of LocalTel
The FCC said the transaction will serve to benefit consumers
RDOF
Lumen Facing Penalties in Wake of RDOF Defaults
The company defaulted on auction-won locations in three states
Information Technology Department
North Carolina to Inject New Money into Broadband Deployment Program
The state aims to increase broadband access in 37 counties
