AT&T
AT&T Marks 150 Years Since First Telephone Call
The company plans to spend $250 billion on its networks over the next 5 years.
Sergio Romero
Reporter Sergio Romero attended Brigham Young University and studied Anthropology. He examined cultural dynamics and technological change, including research on Korean society. He's interested in how AI and data centers will influence broadband.
light poles
Wireless Industry: Light Poles Covered Under Pole Access Rules
CTIA says clearer access rights would speed 5G deployment
Sparklight
Cable One’s Sparklight Launches Mobile Service with Free Line Promotion
The company's offer could encourage broadband customers to bundle mobile with home internet service.
Michigan
Michigan Lawmakers Propose Letting Voters Elect Utility Regulators
Supporters said electing commissioners would give residents more influence over electricity rates and energy policy.
West Virginia
West Virginia Secures $4 Billion Artificial Intelligence Data Center Investment
Penzance project marks the state's first High Impact Intelligence Center designation.
Grid Capacity
Bipartisan Senate Bill Seeks to Expand Grid Capacity by Upgrading Existing Power Lines
Lawmakers said the proposal would cut permitting delays and lower costs
Internet
Study: Internet Prices Vary Across Louisville Locations
Connected Nation said differences in advertised broadband prices point to gaps in national pricing data.
Artificial Intelligence
American Legislative Exchange Council Releases State Artificial Intelligence Policy Toolkit
The guide outlines model state legislation aimed at shaping AI governance.
Fiber
Ezee Fiber Expands Into Metro Detroit With Multi-Gig Service
Company targets eight Michigan counties as construction begins
Internet
Roth Says U.S. Must Lead Global Network Standards to Protect Speech
Commerce official warns foreign regulations and infrastructure battles threaten free expression
nick jeffery
Charter Names Frontier CEO Nick Jeffery as Chief Operating Officer
The new executive joins Charter on Sept. 1, 2026.
Wireless
Vertical Bridge Raises $1.94 Billion in Tower-Backed Financing
Company said transaction was largest securitization in tower sector history
Wireless
U.S. Chamber of Commerce Opposes Jamming Mobile Phones in State Prisons
Business group backs managed access systems over signal interference
California
Charter Warns California Delay Could Jeopardize Cox Merger Timeline
Federal merger clearance expires Sept. 15, 2026 if state review lags.
FCC
Carr Names John, Baum To Lead WRC Advisory Committee
Appointments position FCC for 2027 global spectrum talks
New Mexico
Los Alamos Names Public Broadband Network ‘Atomic Fiber’
The New Mexico county said an open-access model will expand competition and choice
