Copyright
Supreme Court Wants Justice Department to Weigh in on Cox Copyright Case
The nine justices haven't decided yet whether they will take the case.
Jake Neenan
Reporter Jake Neenan, who covers broadband infrastructure and broadband funding, is a recent graduate of the Columbia Journalism School. Previously he reported on state prison conditions in New York.
Mobile
15 Democratic Attorneys General Want FCC to Unlock Phones
The FCC unanimously proposed a 60-day unlocking requirement in July.
BEAD
Cruz Wants BEAD on Hold, Planning ‘Substantial Changes’
The senator also asked NTIA to pause a digital equity grant program.
FCC
FCC Unanimously Moves to Update Subsea Cable Rules
The agency is responsible for licensing underwater cable facilities connecting to the U.S.
Rural
FCC Draft Order Would Loosen RDOF, CAF II Auction Financing Rules
The item would swap out Weiss ratings and let RDOF winner reduce their letters of credit sooner.
Rip and Replace
GOP Lawmakers Urge Rip and Replace Funding in Lame Duck
Telecom attorneys said they weren't optimistic about a deal coming together.
Broadband Mapping and Data
Providers Want FCC Data Cap Inquiry Dropped
The proceeding is unlikely to move forward under a Republican FCC.
Commerce
Trump Picks Howard Lutnick for Commerce Secretary
The investment firm CEO hasn't been vocal on telecom issues.
BEAD
Texas Approval Turns Big Corner for BEAD
NTIA has approved every state and territory plan for implementing the $42.5 billion program.
FCC
Consumer Groups Upset About a Chairman Brendan Carr
Groups say Carr lacks authority to change Section 230, hasn't pushed back against Trump's threats on broadcast licenses.
Open Access
N.Y. Awards $140 Million for Public, Open-Access Broadband Infrastructure
Projects are set to serve more than 60,000 homes and businesses.
BEAD
Louisiana First State to Release Its Final Plans for BEAD
The state will serve all its eligible locations, with 95 percent set to receive fiber.
BEAD
Former Trump NTIA Chief Says BEAD Shift From Fiber Possible
BEAD program director says he is 'not planning to leave' the NTIA under the next administration.
Spectrum
Senate Majority Leader Thune Expected to Prioritize Spectrum
Sen. John Thune, R-S.D., would likely rein in Sen. Ted Cruz on USF, experts said.
BEAD
BEAD Director Optimistic About Participation, More Guidance Coming
Evan Feinman said to expect the first BEAD final proposal 'in about two weeks.'
Mergers and acquisitions
Charter to Acquire Liberty Broadband
Liberty investors will receive 0.236 of a Charter share for each of their Liberty shares.
