Satellite

Reverse SpaceX Direct-to-Cell Power Level Waiver: EchoStar

The FCC allowed SpaceX to user higher power under its deal with T-Mobile.

Public Safety

NCTA: Vandalism of Communications Infrastructure on the Rise

There were 5,770 incidents of theft and vandalism nationally between June and December last year.

Broadband Live

Broadband Breakfast on April 23, 2025 - Are Independent Agencies Constitutional?

Is the long-established structure of an independent agency a safe option anymore?

Congress

Senate Confirms Trump Nominee Mark Meador to FTC on Party-Line Vote

Meador confirmed amid a legal challenge by two ousted Democratic FTC commissioners.

FCC

NAB to FCC: Online Video Streamers Causing Loud Commercials

TV stations are complying with CALM Act, NAB says.

Earnings

Breezeline Down 5,000 Broadband Subscribers

Breezeline is the eighth largest cable operator in the U.S., with just under 1 million subscribers.

Infrastructure

Kansas Declares Broadband Critical Infrastructure, Boosts Legal Protections

The new law increased penalties for trespassing on or damaging telecommunications systems

SpaceX

House Bill Would Divert BEAD Funds Toward Satellite and Wireless Subsidies

Rep. Taylor has also pushed for satellites to be considered in Appalachian broadband grants.

Broadband Live

Broadband Breakfast on April 16, 2025 - DEI ≠ M&A?

What constitutes an 'invidious' DEI policy in regulators' eyes?

FCC

Stick With Fiber, Rural Providers Tell Washington

Rural broadband providers urged federal officials to stay the course on prioritizing fiber in BEAD.

SpaceX

Amazon Delays Kuiper Satellite Launch Due to Weather

The rocket, carrying 27 Kuiper satellites, was grounded due to weather conditions

Wi-Fi

ISPs Now Main Source for Home Routers: Survey

About one-third of router owners now use mesh networking systems

Funding

Digital Equity Grant Winners Not Notified of Official Pause

The awards, recommended under the Biden administration, are under budgetary review.

Soros

FCC to Vote on Modernizing Foreign Ownership Rules

The agency has faced calls to address foreign influence in media and advertising.

Community Broadband

US Ignite to Lead Broadband Planning Effort in Harris County, Texas

The final plan will serve as a long-term guide to strengthen digital infrastructure

BEAD

Nevada Broadband Head Predicts BEAD Shovels in the Ground This Summer

The state's final proposal is still being reviewed by the National Institute of Standards and Technology.