Facebook Campaign Against TikTok, House Passes Cyber Bill, CTA Brings CES to the Hill
TikTok faces more pressure, this time from competitor Facebook.
Theadora Soter
Former Reporter Theadora Soter studied English at the University of Utah. She has been an Opinion Writer at the university’s Daily Utah Chronicle.
usda
NTIA Urging Partnerships with Local Broadband Officials for Infrastructure Money
The NTIA held a webinar urging local partnerships for applicants of the Infrastructure, Investment and Jobs Act.
Big Tech
Report Finds New Small Businesses Concerned Big Tech Regulation Will Impact Them
SBE Council report surveyed companies started after the pandemic began.
Altice
FBI Warns of Russian Cyberattacks, Altice-T-Mobile Deal, NFL Blockchain Deal, Visionary in Broadband
FBI director warns of potential Russian cyberattacks.
FCC
Public Knowledge Says Comprehensive Multi-Tenant Exclusivity Bans Needed for Competition
Public Knowledge spokesperson warns about FCC’s new multi-tenant housing rules.
Opportunity Broadband, Amazon Accused of Lying, Avoid Overbuilding with Federal Funds
A new non-profit hopes to address gaps in connectivity and help federal broadband funds go to those areas in need.
Big Tech
‘Cartel’ is ‘Most Absurd Term Ever’ for Media Allowed Revenue Share With Tech Platforms: NMA
The president of the News Media Alliance endorsed legislation allowing negotiations with tech platforms for news hosting.
X (Twitter)
Big Tech Must Unite Against Russian Invasion of Ukraine, Just as America and EU
The head of the Center for European Policy Analysis said America and EU need to agree on Big Tech.
X (Twitter)
TikTok Harms Investigated, Big Tech Actions Against Russian Media, Senate Passes Cyber Alert Bill
Attorneys general from across the nation will investigate TikTok to determine if the platform is harmful to minors.
FCC
Federal Communications Commissioner Geoffrey Starks Presses Need for More Action on E-Waste
FCC commissioner Geoffrey Starks encourages manufacturers to help reduce emissions to protect the planet.
Broadband Mapping and Data
NTIA Head Reiterates Importance of Broadband Maps for Fund Disbursal
Alan Davidson applauded the FCC’s effort in getting better broadband maps.
iija
American Library Association Concerned With Burdensome Infrastructure Bill Reporting Requirements
The organization is concerned that access to federal money will come with burdensome reporting.
FAA
Russian Cyberattacks on Ukraine, FAA 5G Directive, Truth Social Launches with Issues
Ukraine came under heavy cyberattacks before the invasion on Thursday.
FCC
Reaching Households ‘Biggest Challenge’ of Affordable Connectivity Program, Rosenworcel Says
The Affordable Connectivity Program, like its predecessor, has a challenge with outreach, a conference heard Thursday.
marsha blackburn
Online Harms Bill, Google Changes Privacy on Phones, New CEO at Conexon Connect
The online harms bill comes after Facebook whistleblower testimony and lawmakers calling for more online protections for children.
Broadband's Impact
Broadcasters Go Against Big Tech With Congress Forcing Negotiations
NAB publicly advocates for the Journalism Competition and Protection Act, despite concerns.
