Biden-Harris Administration
NTIA Approves Initial BEAD Proposals for Four More States
BEAD has $42.45 billion to fund broadband deployment projects.
Ari Bertenthal
Reporter Ari Bertenthal attended the University of California, Santa Barbara and studied sociology. He is passionate about the social impact of broadband internet access.
Election 2024
Booker Blocks Passage for Cruz’s Take It Down Act
Cruz sees electoral politics behind effort to kill his popular bill
Biden-Harris Administration
Sen. Thune Berates BEAD Program Progress
White House connects Biden with rural family to show deployment progress
artificial intelligence
Markey Introduces AI Civil Rights Bill
The legislation would put strict guardrails on how algorithms are used.
Wireless
GOP State AGs Oppose FCC’s 60-Day Mobile Phone Unlocking Plan
State officials say FCC lacks legal authority to require unlocking.
merger
GCI’s Ownership Up in the Air Amid Liberty-Charter Merger Talks
Charter's merger proposal excluded GCI from the deal.
rip and replace program
Mediacom Suggests Rip-and-Replace Reforms
The company encouraged the FCC to redistribute available funding
Rural
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
Broadband Breakfast
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.
Public Safety
House Committee Votes to Adopt AM Radio Bill
The Committee vote was a victory for the National Association of Broadcasters.
artificial intelligence
Senate Subcommittee Hears Testimony on Risks of AI Management
Panelists said that AI regulations are necessary to promote safety.
