Remote work and learning during the pandemic compelled some lawmakers to get creative in expanding broadband availability. In Delaware and […]
When America built our railroads and highways, paper maps were updated continuously with feedback from the edge of the networks […]
The telecoms security bills raised for consideration in the UK parliament recently are really interesting, but not just for the […]
LUXEMBOURG, EUROPEAN UNION – On October 16, Post Luxembourg launched its commercial 5G wireless network, when the first cell sites […]
The longest, costliest, most contentious election in U.S. history has finally ended. Notwithstanding pending legal action, victors have been declared […]
More than half of the world’s population is online, but many people are still unable to access the resources and […]
As we all know by now, over a period of weeks – not months or years – the COVID-19 pandemic […]
From policymakers to industry and consumers, everyone wants fast broadband internet in their homes, particularly in the wake of the […]
The first day of school has always come with a mix of joy and anxiety as students transition from summer […]
Google and Facebook have extraordinary control over information and communications systems in the United States. These two corporations dominate internet […]
Before you solve a problem, you’ve got to be able to understand it. The Federal Communications Commission recently voted to […]
I learned early that voting is a privilege. My father grew up as one of 7 children in a poor […]
COVID-19 has highlighted the need for broadband services for consumers across the expanse of our country. The crisis has dictated […]
These difficult times have presented enormous challenges to all of us, and, as we are urged to stay apart, digital […]
The devastating impact of the coronavirus pandemic has tested the will of millions of businesses and cooperatives throughout our nation, but help […]
The federal government has always been one of the largest consumers of broadband and that has become especially true with […]
During this pandemic, broadband networks across the world have been put to the ultimate stress test, expected to support an […]
Cable operators are rethinking their strategies and rolling out new ways to service customers in-building, as well as to reach […]
As investments in 5G technologies impact the U.S. market with the next generation of networks, devices and applications, the timeline […]
Broadband and technology devices are most certainly game changers is this age of COVID-19. For the older adult community, the […]
For starters, you’ll make more money. Figure contrasts 1. incumbent cable oligopoly territory divisions, 2. 2,700 local ISPs (map by […]
The State of the Union address used to be the political news equivalent of the Super Bowl. It was the […]
What makes one community flourish while another one struggles? Lack of jobs and essential amenities are often cited as reasons […]
Last month, Federal Communications Chairman Ajit Pai announced a new plan to allocate $9 billion toward deploying 5G wireless in […]
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) will vote on Friday to virtually block Huawei’s access to the U.S. market, but this […]
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) recently issued a Public Notice seeking comment on procedures for the auction of Public Access Licenses (PALs) […]
The Founder of Broadband Census and Breakfast Breakfast, and the former executive director of the Partnership for a Connected Illinois – […]
In every corner of the country and around the world, leaders are trying to make their cities “smarter.” These projects are often […]
Following a string of data breaches that touched tens of millions of consumers, and revelations of user data exploitation by […]
Over the last few months, various ideas have been floated about the offering of 5G wireless services via a government-sponsored […]
When the 4G networking protocol improvements rolled out, I was a Verizon Wireless dealer in a small town in rural […]
The California Consumer Privacy Act passed into law in 2018 is scheduled to go into effect January 2020. It could […]
The top regulator of U.S. phone calls has issued an ultimatum to telecom companies: Either stop robocallers from faking phone […]
At the beginning of a new Congress, there’s generally an exciting, hopeful spirit, even after the bitter partisanship of the […]
Editor’s Note: Around the time of Presidents’ Day eight years ago, I wrote this piece about the connection between Abraham […]
What did you do on your summer vacation? Major broadband network operators spent the season making plans to deploy superfast […]
Network neutrality is an important issue. We mustn’t allow transport owners to limit our ability to communicate. But, network neutrality […]
The success of the internet demonstrates that we now depend on network operators to assure that services like telephony work. […]
Telecom attorney Jonathan Lee takes down the U.S. Department of Justice Antitrust Division’s specious case against the AT&T/Time Warner merger […]
BROADBAND BREAKFAST INSIGHT: Telemedicine is one of the most immediately needed high-bandwidth broadband applications, and it promises concrete and easy-to-see […]
Title II would require VoIP services to be subject to stronger regulations already in place for telecommunication providers.
The new FCC requirements in the broadband data collection program are important to meet the nation’s connectivity goals.
Australia's highest court said Google is not a publisher by making available hyperlinks to articles.
The NTIA announced all states and territories have applied for initial planning money from the $42.5B BEAD program.
Urban Digital Equity Bootcamp and Let's Get Going Broadband Program announced.
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On August 24, Broadband Breakfast Editor and Publisher Drew Clark will return to the Land of Lincoln.
‘Advertising around gig speeds is doing tremendous damage to our public policy.’
The FCC will let Congress make changes to its authority to add contributors to the Universal Service Fund.
Wireless is essential because for truly remote properties, a physical connection may never be practical.
Academics were concerned about an anti-preference bill, while one state AG said he's 'pragmatic' about a federal privacy law.
Carr said he was notified via press release of the FCC decision to deny RDOF money to Starlink and LTD.
The Federal Communications Commission's reallocation of intelligent transportation service spectrum was not arbitrary and capricious, the court held.
5G, IoT and edge computing are giving companies the opportunity to make hyper-personalization even more 'hyper'.
'We are continuing to review the letter and are evaluating our next steps,' LTD said.
A new bill would provide grants to providers who can quickly build middle-mile infrastructure along existing electrical grid system.
In Tennessee, we'll see what the Volunteer state is doing to bring a plan together on broadband policy.
One trade group warns about providers leaving the program if data collection too onerous.
Phillips told Politico that he is leaving the competition watchdog this fall.
The Net Neutrality and Broadband Justice Act may harm the ability of broadband infrastructure to grow.
With FCC maps promised soon, some states are preparing to possibly challenge them by making their own.
There are government programs created to shrink the digital divide, but not many Americans know what’s out there.
The establishment of the Affordable Connectivity Outreach Grant Program is intended to bring awareness to the program.
The strategy would identify gaps and limitations that would hinder coordination across federal broadband programs.
Opponents say increasing coverage and speed obligations of the ACAM program may be unnecessary with new federal broadband money.
Settles suggests tactics for communities to effectively deploy telehealth services while marketing the Affordable Connectivity Program.
Lumen's Quantum Fiber will deliver up to 8 Gig symmetrical speeds in certain markets.
The FCC should incorporate the mapping data from local governments to avoid overbuilding, ensure technology neutrality.
Randy Brogle was previously working on fiber investments for Facebook parent Meta.
The document includes information about how often the agencies will meet and when they'll get involved in proposed actions.
Omni Fiber was injected with funds from Oak Hill Capital last month.
The announcement is the second round of ReConnect funding in fiscal year 2022.
As FCC fights robocalls, robotexts are on the rise.
Some say the bill would add heavy regulation that will harm investments and consumers.
Bill aims to strengthen American self-reliance in semiconductor chip production and international competition.
'Wireless connectivity is one of the most vital aspects of our digital infrastructure.'
The next generation wireless technology is being touted as the most secure yet.
The non-profit Yellowstone Fiber uses a unique business model in the thriving community of Bozeman, Montana, and the surrounding county.
Detroit’s Hope Village experienced an internet outage for 45 days in the early days of the pandemic.
Opposition to a reformed COPPA include the ability of the FTC to enact broad rule-making.
