Data, Competition and Affordability Key to Expanding Broadband
Key recent developments include FCC fines on nine ISP, the annual 706 Report and a pending deadline for the FCC's broadband labels program.

Key recent developments include FCC fines on nine ISP, the annual 706 Report and a pending deadline for the FCC's broadband labels program.
WASHINGTON, September 21, 2024 – Expanding broadband access to all Americans will require accurate data collection and mapping to ensure that funding and resources are allocated effectively.
This was the central theme of the Broadband Breakfast Live Online event on Wednesday, where industry leaders discussed current challenges and opportunities in the development of broadband mapping and data.
Recent developments, they said, have underscored the growing importance of transparency in broadband data and mapping:
The Federal Communications Commission is seeking comment on the proposal.
The efforts are not termed ‘investigations,’ but - signed only by Democrats - demand answers from Carr.
Regional ISP urged regulators to adopt reforms modeled on federal rules.
Wulfsen argued that fiber is a better long-term investment than satellite.