FCC
FCC Proposes Ban On AI-Generated Robocalls
The rules would require consent for any AI-generated call or text.
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.
Alaska
Alaskan Provider Announces Starlink Collab
The low earth satellites will help connect hard to reach areas of the state.
Texas
GlobalWafers Secures $400M From CHIPS and Science Act
The company will invest in new silicon wafer manufacturing.
Wireless
Ookla Reports T-Mobile Fastest Mobile Provider
T-Mobile recorded median download speed of 234.82 Mbps.
FCC
FCC Chairwoman Proposes New Alert Code
The code will cover individuals that don't qualify for AMBER alerts.
AI
Experts Call for Greater AI Regulation
Google representative says the U.S. needs AI regulations.
Maine
Maine Releases BEAD Prequalification Requirements
Prequalification phase will evaluate financial, technical, operational and managerial capacity.
rip and replace
NTCA Calls For Rip-and-Replace Funding
The call joins industry-wide support for greater funding.
china
Rogue Valley Secures $6.7M CHIPS Act Funds
The investment will enable the full production of semiconductors by 2025.
FCC
Former Kansas Broadband Chief Reflects on Controversial Exit
Piros de Carvalho’s departure comes at a time in which state broadband offices are being scrutinized as never before.
FCC
FirstNet Modified Contract to Help AT&T Meet Milestones, Says Report
Commerce Department inspector general says changes allowed AT&T to meet nationwide coverage metrics, instead of state-by-state requirements.
CPUC
California Opens BEAD Map Challenge Process
The state's challenge phase will last 30 days.
iija
NTIA Approves Indiana's BEAD Plan, Opening Door for Spending $868 Million
NTIA approved the Hoosier state's Initial Proposal, Volume 2.
Satellite
WISeKey Integrates Satellite Blockchain
It aims to revolutionize the satellite industry by improving logistics, insurance, regulatory compliance, and data security.
ARPA
South Carolina Completes $400M ARPA Allocations
The money will fund infrastructure projects that will connect over 112,300 addresses in the state.
Texas
USDA Funds Bluebonnet Fiber In Rural Texas
The ISP can now provide high-speed internet access to 6,684 Texans.
