AT&T
National Urban League CEO Says Infrastructure Bill and Latimer Plan Will Help Close Digital Divide
The plan addresses availability and adoption of a high-speed internet connection for disadvantaged communities.
Justin Perkins
Former Reporter Justin Perkins is graduate of Howard University School of Law, with a focus on telecom law and technology. He has had in-house experience at the Federal Communications Commission.
Housing
White House Touts Over 10 Million Registered Households on Affordable Connectivity Program
The program, previously the Emergency Broadband Benefit, was extended by the infrastructure bill.
NTCA
Policy Groups Want Bigger Contribution Base to Shore Up the Future of the Universal Service Fund
Expanding the number of internet providers eligible to contribute to the fund may decrease costs for telecommunications providers and consumers.
EBB
Affordable Connectivity Program Outreach, Connected Device Standards, White Supremacists on Crypto
A new study argues the FCC’s new Affordable Connectivity Program should improve its outreach and enrollment procedures.
FCC
New FCC Partnership Will Address Digital Divide on Tribal Lands
A partnership with the Institute of Museum and Library Services will expand connectivity for tribal communities.
Robocall
FCC Chairwoman Rosenworcel Proposes ‘Ringless Voicemail’ Restrictions
The measure would restrict unwanted voicemails appearing in consumers’ inboxes.
FCC
Starlink Launch, C-band on Speeds, HTH-AirVoice Merger To Expand Lifeline, Affordable Connectivity Program
Starlink plans to launch nearly 50 low-earth orbit satellites on Monday.
Ninth Circuit
Federal Appeals Court Upholds California’s Net Neutrality Rules
The ruling prevents internet providers in the state from abandoning net neutrality for broadband customers.
Biden-Harris Administration
Former Federal Trade Commission Chairman Says Biden is Inappropriately Exhorting the Agency
Former Chairman William Kovacic said that Biden’s direction of the FTC raises expectations for the agency.
FCC
Families Need Outreach, More Time to Enroll in Affordable Connectivity Program
Greater enrollment in federal programs will help close the digital divide, especially for Latino communities, but help is needed.
FCC
Federal Communications Commission Implements Rules for Affordable Connectivity Program
The agency implemented new rules on the Affordable Connectivity Program, which makes a new subsidy permanent.
FCC
FCC Chairwoman Rosenworcel Shares Proposal to Promote Broadband Competition In Apartment Buildings
If adopted, the FCC’s regulations would increase broadband options for tenants.
Innovation
CES 2022: Next Generation of TVs Have Application for Remote Learning, Promoters Say
The new television broadcasting standard brings faster speeds and more opportunities for connecting tele-services.
Digital Inclusion
Digital Inclusion Leaders a Critical Step to Closing Digital Divide: National League of Cities
The National League of Cities said government leaders need to have ‘multiple points of engagement’ with communities.
Verizon
CES 2022: Public-Private Partnerships Key to Building Smart Cities, Tech leaders Say
Public-private partnerships will increase the community benefit of infrastructure projects, leaders at Qualcomm and Verizon said.
Innovation
CES 2022: More Multi-Dwelling Units Adopting Smart Home Devices
The smart home industry is seeing continued growth, smart home experts said.
