The FCC's broadband label might include the number of movies one can watch at a time with a certain plan.
The agency is proposing to use its own authority to regulate tech platforms for their 'commercial surveillance'.
Responders fear that updating the E-Rate process will increase complexity for applicants.
One trade group warns about providers leaving the program if data collection too onerous.
The strategy would identify gaps and limitations that would hinder coordination across federal broadband programs.
The FCC should incorporate the mapping data from local governments to avoid overbuilding, ensure technology neutrality.
The document includes information about how often the agencies will meet and when they'll get involved in proposed actions.
But there's concern a Senate vote on a fifth FCC commissioner will not happen before midterms.
The agency voted to incentivize the sharing of underutilized spectrum to increase connectivity in the nation.
In remarks at the Rural Wireless Association event on Wednesday, Commissioner Geoffrey Starks reaffirmed the FCC’s goals.
Environmental sustainability in telecom has been a key talking point for Starks.
The NTIA's notice of funding opportunity stops short of explicitly endorsing municipal broadband as the preferred model.
The FCC is examining the need and use cases for allocating spectrum for offshore use.
FCC will consider raising the speed standard for certain carriers that receive fixed monthly funding from the agency.
NTIA's Evan Feinman spoke about what states need to keep in mind as they prepare for BEAD funds.
Agency leaders sign pact to formalize information-sharing on broadband deployment projects.
Commissioner Christine Wilson attributes poor results of FTC staff satisfaction surveys to the officials’ leadership.
Former North Dakota senator sounds practical, but she is misreading quotes or taking them out of context.
The legal brief comes at a time when the FCC studies the future of the fund.
When it comes to broadband "nutrition" labels, experts say less is more.
The commission says RHMD, LLC ‘failed to diligently pursue efforts to obtain’ a waiver for the eligibility deadline.
The rules prevent providers from denying service to lower-income customers.
NTIA representatives to join FCC technology and security committees, FCC rep on spectrum committee
Revising its pole replacement rules may give providers quicker access to poles in communities for deploying high-speed broadband.
Calls in contrast to growing support for a broader mechanism including broadband revenues
The infrastructure bill includes money to put toward building a technical workforce for the future of broadband.
Observers from the event say the chairwoman’s remarks were her most substantive yet on the matter.
Lack of coordination, information sharing was raised as possible culprits in aviation-5G crisis.
Results of verifications, audits and speed and latency testing for the Rural Digital Opportunity Fund will be made public.
Broadband providers must now create “broadband nutrition labels” which list pricing and speed information.
The agency implemented new rules on the Affordable Connectivity Program, which makes a new subsidy permanent.
If adopted, the FCC’s regulations would increase broadband options for tenants.
Bipartisan vote confirms Davidson atop the Commerce Department agency. It has a large pile of money to spend on broadband.
The report notes need for separating broadband access data from other consumer stats.
The agency said Thursday it has approved $1 billion to 69 providers in 32 states.
They also believe Alan Davidson will be viewed more favorably to head the NTIA.
Procedural hurdles lie ahead for the commission’s telehealth efforts.
Gigi Sohn explained her positions on issues facing the FCC.
The commission says an enrollment freeze is no longer necessary as the Infrastructure Act’s Affordable Connectivity Program takes effect.
Inspector General report finds "dozens" of cases of EBB abuse across the country.
Two information technology industry groups are trying to stall implementation of Texas’ social media law.
There is a 'massive difference' between federal Form 477 data and state maps in Georgia and North Carolina
The vote on space debris comes as an increasing number of LEO satellites are gearing up for launch.
Legislation introduced Thursday would shield federal broadband funding from being taxed.
The company's president of broadband access and adoption initiatives lauded AT&T's public-private partnerships.
The conversation dealt with open access networks, and whether cities are well-suited to play a role in developing them.
Officials on the panel said there was significant confusion among challengers regarding categories of challenges.
Updates to the Commerce agency's website includes access to information about other federal broadband programs.
'We believe that connectivity can be a new and distinct category in impact investing.'
Community Connectivity Providers present a new paradigm for thinking about digital infrastructure investment for community networks.
A recent study by CostQuest suggests that 37,000 more towers are needed to bring mobile coverage up to speed nationwide.
The FCC is looking to adapt its robocall methods for texts.
The NTIA is proposing a limited-equipment, limited-time exemption to purchasing American-made products.
The 5th of 5 reasons to attend the Broadband Mapping Masterclass with Drew Clark on 9/27 at 12 Noon ET
FCC Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel's proposal for increased auction authority would allow the agency to support infrastructure investment.
'How do we make sure that you can keep that home grown talent?'
Incorporating equitable processes and outcomes from the start is crucial to avoid perpetuating continued inequalities.
The 4th of 5 reasons to attend the Broadband Mapping Masterclass with Drew Clark on 9/27 at 12 Noon ET
'You need to get a little better about talking to and listening to native communities," the chairman told the FCC.
Growing fears of recession trigger pullback on previous rosy forecasts.
SiFi Networks will construct an all-fiber network for 40,000 households in the city of Kenosha, Wisconsin.
The company says its map is based on millions of M-Lab speed tests conducted over a six-month period.
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They objected to being required to help build CostQuest’s database, but are unable to utilize database for their own benefit.
A federal judge ruled that CostQuest made no misrepresentations in its bid for the FCC mapping contract.
'Using the right information at the right time, we’re going to get to a better place.'
The Agriculture Department announced $502M will go to service providers in 20 states.
The 2nd of 5 reasons to attend the Broadband Mapping Masterclass with Drew Clark on 9/27 at 12 Noon ET
The Democratic legislator called on NTIA end the automatic disclosure of .US web domain users’ personal information.
Doreen Bodgan-Martin is running to head the United Nations’ technology regulator.
The virtual tools are being used to prepare workers coming out of lockdowns during the pandemic.
The 1st of 5 reasons to attend the Broadband Mapping Masterclass with Drew Clark on 9/27 at 12 Noon ET
The White House announced six hires to take charge of $52-billion semiconductor program.
The Fiber Broadband Association has said there is up-to 60 weeks of wait for materials necessary for fiber deployment.
Better and more up-to-date information can come from harmonizing existing data sets, updated whenever a given map has new information.
'Their absence is noted, and it illustrates their indifference towards the needs of rural Americans and our rural communities.'
The White House released a "comprehensive framework" for the regulation of digital assets.
The Digital Services Act imposes transparency requirements and other accountability measures for tech platforms.
The California Age-Appropriate Design Code Act signed by Gov. Gavin Newsom will limit the online collection of children’s data.
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