AI
Lawmakers Look To Boost Electricity Grid Ahead of AI Surge
Electricity grid needs strengthening to maintain economic growth and utilize AI, policymakers and expert witnesses say
Joel Leighton
Former Reporter Joel Leighton studied journalism at Brigham Young University. He is interested in political reporting, particularly how broadband policy affects everyday Americans.
E-Rate
FCC Likely to Approve Cybersecurity Funding for Schools and Libraries
Industry advocates want clarification as the FCC moves ahead with cybersecurity funding for educational institutions
AI
Colorado Cracks Down on AI Deceptions in Campaign Ads
Colorado Governor signs into law AI disinformation bill, days after similar FCC proposal
digital equity
Digital Equity Leaders Discuss Plans Beyond the Affordable Connectivity Program
Experts say a shift toward community-informed digital navigation can build equitable connectivity
Cybersecurity
Identity of Seattle Public Library Cyber Attackers Still Undisclosed
Five days since an alleged ransomware attack hit the Seattle Public Library, authorities have yet to disclose key details, including who was behind the attack.
ECF
Rosenworcel Defends FCC's Authority to Expand E-Rate to WiFi Hotspots
The FCCs responsibility is to keep universal services in line with evolving telecommunications, Rosenworcel says.
NTCA
Rural Providers Blanch at Artificially Low-Cost BEAD Options
A letter to the NTIA outlines how small providers can compete with large providers for BEAD grants
Digital Inclusion
Digital Navigators Share Secrets to Effective Digital Skill Training
Common-sense practices can be translated into online safety, according to Digital Navigators.
John Stankey
Learning Curves on Open Access Networks: ISP Spotlight
While supporting the momentum behind open access networks, Sumofiber president lays out some challenges.
Rural
AT&T Official Concerned Over Disparate BEAD Rules
AT&T's Chris Sambar calls out 'odd' BEAD rules coming from state broadband offices.
Smart Cities
More Spectrum Required to Unlock Smart Car Potential, Say Industry Leaders
Panelists said autonomous cars have the potential to reduce fatalities, but need more spectrum from the FCC.
AI
Senate AI Roadmap Draws Criticism for Its Simplicity
A federal roadmap for Artificial Intelligence has been released and it’s already receiving criticism from interest groups.
Infrastructure
Middle Mile Program With Fruits for Omaha Tribe of Nebraska
An Omaha Tribe representative shared the impact middle mile development has had on his community.
FCC
Satellite Providers Express Optimism, Concern About New Space Framework
Satellite providers and FCC officials came together to share their plans in the wake of SCS approval.
ACP
Janet Yellen Calls on Congress to Renew ACP During Virginia Trip
'ACP is now at risk,' said Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen, and 'we know how crucial the internet is.'
FCC
Ukrainian Advocacy Group Calls FCC Commissioner’s Statement 'Culturally Insensitive'
In the midst of SpaceX debate, the UCCA calls FCC Commissioner's response in favor of Elon Musk culturally insensitive to Ukrainians
