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 the expansion of high-speed Internet access...
April 2, 2021 – State broadband authorities working close to the ground say that the key to tackling the digital divide are states and local communities....
March 15, 2021 – Gigi Sohn, former president of advocacy group Public Knowledge, said authorities at the Federal Communications Commission and the states need to start with...
March 11, 2021 – The Federal Communications Commission’s new “fabric” for mapping broadband service across America will not only help collect more accurate data, but also...
March 11, 2021 – Federal Communications Commission Acting Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel has changed her stance on the timeline for updating the FCC’s broadband mapping data, and...
March 9, 2021 – Different departments in the federal government have different broadband maps, which has caused a lack of unity on a response to the...
February 25, 2021 – Broadband Breakfast Editor and Publisher Drew Clark interviewed BroadbandNow Editor-in-Chief Tyler Cooper for an exploration of the State of Broadband quarterly report,...
February 3, 2021 – Gathering data at the community level is key to improving broadband mapping, industry experts said during Wednesday’s Broadband Breakfast Live Online event...
January 20, 2021 – In one of his last official acts before departing the Federal Communications Commission and stepping down as its chairman on Wednesday, Ajit...
December 27, 2020 – Broadband Now’s new report on gigabit internet coverage in the United States picks upon aspects of the Federal Communications Commission’s unreliable broadband...
Without good information from Internet Service Providers (ISPs), the federal government is essentially shooting in the dark when it comes to determining how to best target...
When America built our railroads and highways, paper maps were updated continuously with feedback from the edge of the networks that provided regular status updates. When...
November 22, 2020 – In the event that the incoming administration of President-elect Joe Biden seeks substantial funding for broadband infrastructure, there is a strong likelihood...
November 20, 2020 – In releasing a new open set on the state of broadband availability in the United States, Broadband Now continues is continuing its...
More than half of the world’s population is online, but many people are still unable to access the resources and opportunities that the internet provides. Meaningful...
September 15, 2020 – The lack of access to broadband is still a widespread issue across the country, especially in rural areas, two top House Democrats...
August 6, 2020 – As the three-year anniversary approaches of the Unite the Right rally, a shocking display of white supremacist and neo-Nazi demonstrations in Charlottesville,...
July 16, 2020 — The Federal Communications Commission approved measures aiming to improve the accuracy and speed of the agency’s data collection practices in their July...
May 20, 2020 — Broadband Breakfast Live Online panelists on Wednesday said that current broadband maps are insufficient and that they are harming the people they...
May 15, 2020 — Guests on Wednesday’s Broadband Breakfast Live Online emphasized the need for increased broadband mapping efforts, and for including verified speeds, and prices,...
May 13, 2020 — “Among the 10 largest countries in world, the U.S. is the only nation that reported no substantial degradation last month in terms...
May 7, 2020 — The Federal Communications Commission does not plan any delay in proceeding with the Rural Digital Opportunity Fund auction, according to agency officials...
April 23, 2020 – CenturyLink’s chief technology officer said on Wednesday that while “parts of the network infrastructure ran hot” during the weeks-long COVID-19 quarantine, his...
TYSONS, Virginia, and CINCINNATI, Ohio, April 14, 2020 – Marashlian & Donahue, PLLC, The CommLaw Group, and CostQuest Associates have announced a free webinar, “How to...
April 9, 2020 – Local broadband speeds may be impaired by upload speed, says analyst at a webinar hosted by the Fiber Broadband Association on Wednesday....
WASHINGTON, March 26, 2020— Representatives of states and municipalities discussed strategies to increase broadband availability and affordability in their regions on a Tuesday webinar hosted by...
WASHINGTON, March 25, 2020 – In term of impact on broadband connectivity, “Covid-19 doesn’t even compare to the Superbowl or series finale of Game of Thrones,”...
WASHINGTON, March 20, 2020—The Commerce Department’s National Telecommunication and Information Administration is moving forward with various forms of broadband mapping, agency officials said on a Wednesday...
WASHINGTON, March 20, 2020 – American and global society is right now living through the herculean task of moving fundamental aspects of society and commerce online...
As more and more customers move to working and studying from home, data usage habits are changing, according to a Verizon network report on Tuesday. The...
WASHINGTON, March 4, 2020 – House Energy and Commerce subcommittee chairman Mike Doyle, D-Penn., Federal Communications Commissioner Jessica Rosenworcel, and FCC Commissioner Brendan Carr all took...
The House of Representatives passed a revised version of the Broadband Deployment Accuracy and Technological Availability (DATA) act on Tuesday to the applause of many broadband...
WASHINGTON, March 4, 2020 – Private partnerships play a more crucial role in rural broadband buildout than all the federal and public programs available to help,...
WASHINGTON, February 26, 2020 – Independent actors are leading the way in fixing the widely-identified flaws with the Federal Communications Commission’s Form 477 broadband mapping data,...
While there are helpful strategies to deploy rural broadband on the local level, significant barriers persist, said panelists at a local meeting on broadband in Disputana,...
WASHINGTON, February 20, 2020— State broadband officials play a crucial role in addressing the digital divide, and officials from Georgia and Tennessee presented their best practices...
In the fourth in a series of explainers, Broadband Breakfast examines the Biden administration's intent to bash Big Tech.
Experts advocate a new framework that better accommodates the global tech economy by removing data localization barriers.
Sen. Amy Klobuchar introduced a bill Thursday to remove Section 230 protections for vaccine misinformation.
Craig Settles describes the important role that community institutions have played in promoting connectivity during the COVID-19 pandemic.
The Broadband Breakfast team will interview several attendees from Fiber Connect in this special on-the-scene report.
Leaked infra proposal has base 100 Mbps speeds, Apple's phones getting 5G, Newsom signs broadband bill, FTC money recovery bill.
FCC investigating radio interference on island, Euro court to decide on Google in November, FSF says passive infrastructure access needed.
Debate has pitted certain tech over others, but the WIA says all broadband tech must be considered.
Government officials say inflationary pressures may make connecting rural America harder than previously anticipated.
Recent conversations about revamping the program are inspired by the possibility of growth in diversity in broadcasting.
CEO Esser to step down, ISPs spent $234 million lobbying in two years, fixed-wireless as solution to digital divide.
The Communications Workers of America is accusing Lumen of underinvesting in broadband while taking public money.
Satellite service provider Dish, which is open to 12 GHz for mobile, recently signed a network sharing deal with AT&T.
Biden admin accuses China of hacking, FCC's minimum broadband insufficient for small businesses, Jessica Rosenworcel says midband is priority.
Observers say the risks inherent in letting autonomous drones roam requires an ethical framework.
Libraries are a crucial “third space” between work and home and connective tissue in a democratic and egalitarian society.
Friday's Gigabit Libraries Network conversation will feature Drew Clark of Broadband Breakfast and John Busby of BroadbandNow.
Huawei scoffs at FCC rip and replace, rural broadband bill moves in committee, franchise fees appeal, Calif. broadband bill integral.
Governments and health providers have an opportunity to carry the momentum of 2020 for telehealth's future.
Experts say telework is here to stay, so long as broadband disparities are fixed.
The high cost of pole attachments can deter broadband providers from providing service to the anchor institutions and residential consumers.
Facebook follows Amazon in asking for recusing Khan, Entry-level broadband prices fell, FCC has Open RAN showcase.
Legal experts say changing views on Section 230 will make platforms less willing to employ that defense in future cases.
Will the 12 GHz band be opened for 5G uses or remain exclusively for satellite services?
New campaign to make internet prices transparent, Google fined $593 million in France, global survey talks WFH lessons.
FCC Commissioner Nathan Simington said focus on spectrum decision will become increasingly important for digital success.
The Communications Workers of America wants provisions in broadband bills barring hiring of subcontractors.
FCC gridlock could hobble president's wishes, FTC opens investigation into Amazon buy, law professor raises questions about Carr's USF proposal.
Greater availability of mid-band spectrum has kick-started 5G through better signal propagation, penetration and carrying capacity.
The speech Democrats view as dangerous and offensive is the same speech that Republicans feel is being silenced.
Executive order would kickoff new antitrust and net neutrality regulations.
This event will be the third in a series previewing the upcoming Broadband Communities Summit.
This event will be the second in a series previewing the upcoming Broadband Communities Summit.
This event will be the first in a series previewing the upcoming Broadband Communities Summit.
Broadband access can bring more gender equity in the workplace, experts say.
Google faces another antitrust lawsuit, ILSR calls for state lead on broadband, LA Times suggests focus on network future.
David Brin said infrastructure spending key for economic recovery -- and the future of the workplace.
New, easier fiber installations could address shortage in trained staff.
Trump files class-action against major tech firms, New York gets $21M for rural internet, default apps get most use.
Angus King, I-Maine, also said companies should go through hack testing to beef up security.
