The data will go toward improved maps, which the FCC chair said will be available by the fall.
The coalition will play a crucial role in broadband data as government implements the largest expenditure of broadband funds.
The tutorials are designed to assist filers in the ongoing effort to create updated broadband maps.
In the absence of reliable federal broadband mapping data, communities are taking matters into their own hands.
Ookla can help your community get the funding you need to provide access for all to the digital economy.
The FCC has a September deadline for mapping data it will begin collecting at the end of June.
One of the most helpful things a state broadband director can do for themselves is pick up the phone.
T-Mobile was also named the most consistent mobile operator and topped 5G download speeds.
Montana’s chief data officer believes 2026 is too early for state mapping to be completed and funding requests submitted.
'It is all systems go,' the chairwoman said at a House Energy and Commerce hearing Thursday.
The key to states' success on infrastructure builds lies in the analysis of the data they collect.
The FCC has added crowdsourced data to its repertoire for accurate broadband maps.
LightBox and CostQuest spoke to Broadband Breakfast after a decision to deny overturning the FCC's mapping contract selection.
The FCC hopes companies will make it easier for consumers to choose a broadband plan that fits their needs.
Advocates say strict compliance requirements may economically harm small providers.
Bill Price discussed the work of LightBox in ensuring that states receive funding to close the digital divide.
The Government Accountability Office rejected LightBox's bid to protest CostQuest's award to build the map.
Alan Davidson applauded the FCC's effort in getting better broadband maps.
Service providers must submit their data by early autumn to be included in the agency’s upcoming national broadband map.
Community broadband data can be collected by harnessing the power of the individual.
The timeline was provided by Associate Administrator Doug Kinkoph, although the agency plans to meet statutory deadlines.
Accurate maps will allow federal dollars to target unserved and underserved areas.
Broadband providers must now create “broadband nutrition labels” which list pricing and speed information.
T-Mobile ranks fastest mobile provider, improving on third quarter performance.
Nevada, Louisiana, American Samoa and Puerto Rico will join.
Three broadband experts on a Broadband Breakfast live event discussed data collection and specificity of mapping.
The agency released a statement of objectives earlier this month.
Funds made available by the infrastructure bill will not need solid maps to make spending efficient, experts agree.
Indigenous connectivity advocates said Native Americans should have control over their mapping data.
For companies to have successful builds, they need to ensure they know how to interpret their data.
Partnerships for broadband need to emphasize community engagement to improve connectivity
Broadband Breakfast briefly breaks down the topics to be discussed at the TPRC conference.
BroadbandNow launches a "consumer confidence" survey.
Broadband Breakfast revisits what some state legislatures did to narrow broadband gaps.
State broadcasters associations want a proceeding in light of proposed fees it said unduly burdens the industry.
Experts argue for significant changes in order for broadband mapping efforts to be successful.
Though the FCC has claimed that broadband figures are improving, BroadbandNow's data paints a less favorable picture.
Washington State's head of broadband says mapping to the premises paying dividends in the state.
The agency hopes its new speed test will inform an initiative for more accurate broadband maps.
A bill dedicating $150 million of anticipated federal funding to create a new state broadband office to coordinate and accelerate […]
In remarks at the Rural Wireless Association event on Wednesday, Commissioner Geoffrey Starks reaffirmed the FCC’s goals.
'You have to take a serious look at red tape.'
A USTelecom report finds that despite high inflation, broadband prices have been declining.
As technology is more advanced and connected to everything, the need for higher capacity networks will continue to grow exponentially.
Legislation currently before Congress will hurt American tech's global competitiveness, event hears.
The virtual world where avatars can meet as if they were in real life can be a companion for education.
FCC Commissioner Brendan Carr is requesting Apple and Google remove the TikTok app over data concerns.
'It’s about making sure wireless connections are available in 100 percent of rural America,' said the chairwoman.
From 2010 to 2020, a 10.9 percent growth in broadband penetration drove .04 percent increase in GDP, the study found.
The FCC chairwoman reaffirmed her commitment to net neutrality at a conference on Friday.
'Digital workers can help in the end-to-end automation of business processes by mimicking human behavior.'
The technology has already been used by companies to monitor and make more efficient systems to reduce emissions.
Environmental sustainability in telecom has been a key talking point for Starks.
Conference hears the FCC should seek spectrum bands to open up for unlicensed use.
The Community Reinvestment Act was expanded to include broadband investments in 2016.
A bill would have the Commerce Secretary identify categories of personal data that could harm national security if exported.
FCC Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel advocated for bills that would make better use of spectrum.
Fixed-wireless is hampered by technical issues that make it incomparable to fiber, a report claims.
Understanding the funding impact will 'begin with the NTIA’s mandate to work with community partners.'
'Simple and regular community engagement is needed.'
The FTC released a report that warned about the dangers of AI's use to combat online harms.
UScellular and Ericsson tested 5G connected drones for future applications.
'While the federal government’s infrastructure funding creates unique opportunities, it also exposes challenges that states and tribes must get in...
'We can’t keep overhauling the regulatory structure.'
'We need to recognize that absolutely the time is now. It is neither too soon nor too late.'
Comments were made at the Fiber Connect conference last week.
'North America is forecast to lead the world in 5G subscription penetration in the next five years.'
The coalition will play a crucial role in broadband data as government implements the largest expenditure of broadband funds.
The draft privacy law includes a provision to enhance privacy protections online for children under 17.
Markup of bills comes after much discussion about federal spectrum management.
Fiber networks have a unique capacity to keep broadband prices low for low-income communities, proponents say.
Analyzing ACP enrollment can help the BEAD program solve the 'persisting gap between deployment and subscription.'
A bill introduced by Elizabeth Warren would ban data brokers from selling or transferring location data and health data.
Fiber providers, equipment companies and consultants discussed their work in communities in a session at Fiber Connect
39 states and territories have submitted letters of intent to participate in the NTIA's Internet for All initiative.
Peacock and HBO Max named as potential winners by internet and entertainment industry analysis Laura Martin
As of June 7, 20 states have passed legislation to implement the 988 suicide hotline mandate, according to FCC data.
'We’re projecting a 5x increase in data consumption from 2021 to 2025.'
'[State] decision makers in this program need to be careful about who is the qualified and experienced provider.'
As federal funding rolls out, states and local communities must consider partnerships with local service providers.
