Broadband Live
Experts Debate Whether Originating or Terminating Providers Hold Robocall Responsibility
Despite the FCC’s recent expansion of STIR/SHAKEN, some panelists called the framework ineffective.
Em McPhie
Former Reporter Em McPhie studied communication design and writing at Washington University in St. Louis, where she was a managing editor for the student newspaper.
AI
Sen. Bennet Urges Companies to Consider ‘Alarming’ Child Safety Risks in AI Chatbot Race
Several leading tech companies have rushed to integrate their own AI-powered applications
FAA
Experts Call for Spectrum Allocation Reform, Pointing to C-Band Clash Between Airlines and 5G
Panelists emphasized the need to allow more time for research and collaboration throughout the auction process.
Privacy
Children’s Online Safety Bills Criticized for Compliance Burden, Plus Speech and Privacy Risks
States are considering measures ranging from age verification to a “duty of care.”
ACP
Stakeholders Urge Higher Speed Standard, NTIA’s Spectrum Strategy, ACP Outreach Funding, Yellowstone Awarded $65 Million
Industry groups urged Congress to codify 100 Mbps.
Section 230
Industry Experts Caution Against Extreme Politicization in Section 230 Debate
Reforming Section 230 may not ‘break the internet,’ but experts recommended that changes be targeted and incremental.
China
TikTok Security Officer Touts New Oversight Framework as Congress Pushes for Ban
The “Project Texas” initiative ensures that all of TikTok’s U.S. data security operations are overseen by independent parties.
Section 230
State of the Net Panelists Clash Over Section 230 Interpretations
Panelists discussed the recent oral arguments in Gonzalez v. Google.
FCC
Congress Prepares to Reintroduce Privacy Law, GOP Introduces Hatch Act Expansion, $20 Million ECF Round
Lawmakers from both parties highlighted concerns about targeted advertising practices.
Exclusive Reports
Content Moderation, Section 230 and the Future of Online Speech
Our comprehensive report examines the extremely timely issue of content moderation and Section 230 from multiple angles.
Social Media
Supreme Court Considers Liability for Twitter Not Removing Terrorist Content
Many of the arguments in Twitter v. Taamneh hinged on specific interpretations of the Anti-Terrorism Act.
Section 230
Supreme Court Justices Express Caution About Entering Section 230 Debate
During oral arguments for Gonzalez v. Google, justices repeatedly voiced concerns about potential unintended consequences.
FCC
Community Engagement is Key to BEAD Grant Planning Process, Experts Say
The current surge of broadband funding presents opportunities as well as challenges.
Social Media
Bipartisan Alarm Over Social Media’s Harms to Children Prompts Slew of Proposed Legislation
Bills ranged from addressing intermediary liability to limiting personal data collection.
FCBA
General Agreement on Broadband Label, But Not on Additional Disclosure Requirements
The FCC is considering additional requirements, but that could be burdensome for small providers.
5G Wireless
Sole FTC Republican to Resign, Faster Decisions from Meta Oversight Board, High Variance in 5G Performance
Wilson accused Chairwoman Lina Khan of defying legal precedent and abusing her power.
