FCC
Satellite Industry Provides FCC with Global Highlights of 2023
'Starlink has about 6,000 satellites deployed, with more than 5,200 of them operational'
Michael D. Melero
Former Reporter Michael D. Melero covered tech and internet policy in Summer 2024. He attended National Louis University, majoring in Communication and Media. He blogs from the South Side of Chicago.
FEC
Rosenworcel's AI Ad Disclosure Plan Survives Senate Test
'This is like a hair-on-fire moment,' Sen. Amy Klobuchar, D-Minn., said.
ACP
Senate Panel Approves $7 Billion for Affordable Connectivity Program
'All of us understand the importance of [ACP], how it benefits folks in every single state,' Welch said.
X (Twitter)
Senate Passes Bills Aimed at Protecting Children Online
'Government mandates and censorship will not protect children online,' said Sen. Rand Paul, R-Ky., one of the 'No' votes.
Texas
Oklahoma and 360 Broadband Launch $4.4M Project
The investment comes from a $3.5 million federal grant administered by the broadband office with ARPA funds.
permitting reform
Senate Bill Aims to Streamline Broadband Permitting on Federal Lands
The act aims to accelerate the review process for broadband permits issued by federal agencies.
defense
OnGo Touts Google's Implementation of New Spectrum Sharing Rules
Google said said the adoption of less conservative and more realistic propagation models has led to dramatic improvements in CBRS.
X (Twitter)
C Spire Pulls Olympics Ads Over Opening Ceremony Segment
Company with roots in Mississippi and Alabama called Friday's opening ceremony in Paris a 'mockery'
usda
Federal Agencies Release Memorandum of Understanding
The agreement was signed in May and creates uniform formats across agencies for broadband grant programs.
Fifth Circuit
Experts Call for USF Update
Experts tout USF as outdated as Fifth Circuit rules it unconstitutional.
Funding
California Proposes $143M Last Mile Broadband Awards
The program's fourth round of funding will connect 170,000 locations.
Speed Test
FCC Launches New Mobile Speed Test App
The app will enable users to obtain information about their mobile network performance.
FCC
Bulk Billing Advocacy Alliance Launched
The Alliance will educate policymakers on the benefits of bulk billing arrangements for broadband services.
marsha blackburn
NTIA Releases Best Practices For Children Online
It included recommendations to federal agencies, online platforms and parents.
Briefs
Google In Acquisition Talks For Cybersecurity Company
The deal would be Google's largest to date.
FCC
Intrepid, Tillman Fiber Secure Combined $1B Debt Financing
The money for fiber networks comes from French financial services company.
