Tribal
Relationship Building Key to Connecting Tribal Communities: USDA Policy Advisor
‘You should build a relationship with your telecommunications field representative,’ Edyael Casaperalta said.
Megan Boswell
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FBA
Tennessee Staying Neutral on Provider and Technology for Broadband Plans
The state broadband director said its position on neutrality has led to diverse solutions that caters to community needs.
Labor
Apprenticeship Programs Important for Telecommunications Workforce, Agency Leaders Say
The infrastructure bill includes money to put toward building a technical workforce for the future of broadband.
ARPA
IIJA Application Webinars, NY Broadband Survey, Chinese LEO Broadband Satellites
The Commerce agency will hold pre-funding technical assistance hearings for infrastructure bill money starting this month.
FCBA
Preventing Cyber Attacks Lies With Security Hygiene and Multi-factor Authentication, Experts Say
Panelists said everyone who is connected should be prepared.
Russia-backed RT Gets Blocked, NTIA Adds to Ranks, Open Access in California
Kremlin-backed media network RT has been blocked by broadcasters and big technology companies.
EBB
Applicants Have Trouble With Applying for Affordable Connectivity Program
Concerns from advocates echo some of FCC Chairwoman Rosenworcel’s concerns for the ACP.
FCC
6G Will Rely on Improved Security, Trust in Supply Chain and Open-Source Standards, Report Says
The ATIS report outlines major steps that need to be taken to “ensure North American wireless leadership.”
FBA
Fine for Robocalls, Regional Fiber Connect Workshops, Philadelphia’s Broadband Plan
The FCC proposes a $45-million fine against Interstate Brokers of America.
Digital Inclusion
National Digital Inclusion Alliance Gets $10 Million Grant from Google Charity Arm
The grant will identify and fund rural and tribal community orgs.
DC Circuit
Senators Want Map Work, Letter on Cybersecurity, D.C. Court Upholds FCC Antenna Rule
Sixteen senators signed a letter encouraging cooperation between the NTIA and the FCC on broadband maps.
Digital Inclusion
Rep. Ro Khanna: Cyber Literacy Key to Bringing More People Into Modern Economy
Getting to know cryptocurrencies and understanding social media among suggestions from the representative.
FCC
FCC Task Force Against Discrimination, High Fixed Download Speeds, Broadband Prices Decline
Cross-agency task force to focus on policies to combat digital discrimination and promote equal access to broadband
FAA
Information Sharing Needed to Avoid Aviation-5G Crisis, Congress Hears
Lack of coordination, information sharing was raised as possible culprits in aviation-5G crisis.
blockchain
NFTs May Be Central to the Emerging ‘Internet of Value,’ Say Experts at Pulver VON3
Bringing back transaction costs for messages or phone calls may be a way to deter spam messages.
‘Buy American’ Waiver Request, AT&T Cuts Dividend for Builds, Jamestown Municipal Broadband Program
Telecom industry associations are asking for an exemption from ‘Buy American’ provisions in the infrastructure bill.
