TechFreedom Backs FCC Plan to Make Spectrum Abundant for ‘Weird Space Stuff’

The group finds an exponential growing need for spectrum to support emergent space operations.

AI Power Demand Is Outpacing Grid Buildout

Utilities are struggling to connect large data centers quickly enough to maintain reliability, panelists said.

Permitting Delays Could Drive Up PJM Power Costs by $100 Billion

Researchers said slow power plant approvals threaten reliability as AI-driven electricity demand rises.

White House Pushes AI Tools To Speed Federal Permitting

The administration is expanding automated reviews and digital systems.

ACLP Analysis Projects BEAD-Related Pole Costs Could Reach $4.6 Billion

BEAD projects are expected to involve 3.9 million utility‑owned poles, researchers Alex Karras and Michael Santorelli of the Advanced Communications Law & Policy Institute say

FERC Targets Data Center Interconnection Delays

Regulators have approved a range of proposals designed to speed generation interconnections and large-load connections.

Lawmaker Calls for Approved Energy Projects To Move Forward

Approved energy projects are getting tied up in litigation as power demand surges, the Florida Democrat warned.

Trump Signs USF Reform Bill Backed by Sen. Capito

The new law requires the FCC to establish a vetting process for USF applicants.

Guthrie Pushes Summer Timeline for Bipartisan Permitting Reform

Guthrie criticized proposals to pause or limit data center development over power concerns.

New Study Funded by Amazon Sees Big Payoff from Satellite Internet

The satellites have the potential for a big payoff and quality internet for users.

FCC Approves EchoStar Spectrum Sales, With Escrow Requirement

It’s a victory for tower companies, who pushed for the condition.

Energy Permitting Delays Threaten U.S. AI Growth, Senator Warns

Politicized reviews and court rulings are stalling infrastructure needed to support rising AI-driven energy demand, Armstrong said.

AI Boom Will Reshape U.S. Energy Demand, Interior Secretary Says

The nation’s top public lands official said artificial intelligence will require major increases in U.S. energy production.

Former FTC Commissioner Confirmed as U.S. Attorney in Utah

Holyoak became Utah's U.S. Attorney in November 2025.

Senators Affirm Need For U.S. Dominance In Space Exploration

The Artemis II mission is just the start, senators say.

Alejandro Roark: Spectrum Is the Foundation of America’s AI Future

America's physical AI future depends on a balanced spectrum strategy that pairs licensed auctions with expanded unlicensed and shared spectrum, the author urges.

Earnings

AST SpaceMobile Still on Track for 45 Satellites This Year, Company Says

An unsuccessful launch in April lost a satellite and will leave New Glenn rockets grounded until an investigation finishes.

Briefs

U.S. Treasury to Wind Down Capital Projects Fund

Internal communication says new CPF plans must be submitted by May 21, 2026.

Policyband

FCC Says It Will Vote on Media Bureau Approval of Nexstar-TEGNA Merger Sometime 'This Year'

Agency tells D.C. Circuit the deal is under 'active consideration,' but wants the ‘typically deferential approach toward the management of its own limited resources’

Public Safety

Michigan Senate Passes Youth Social Media Restrictions

Bills target addictive feeds and online protections for minors.

Data Center

Amazon Data Center Approved Without Public Vote in California

The project bypassed both the planning commission and city council entirely.

Data Center

Maryland Pushes Back on $2 Billion Grid Upgrades

Residents could pay billions for upgrades tied to out-of-state AI data centers.

Pole Attachments

Comcast Seeks FCC Action in Pole Dispute With Appalachian Power Company

Disputed pole replacement fees could delay broadband deployments, the ISP argues.

Satellite

South Texas Residents Sue SpaceX Over Alleged Damage Caused by Starship

Residents claim home damage from powerful rocket vibrations.

Earnings

EchoStar to FCC: Tower Escrow Could Jeopardize Spectrum Deals

The company also reported 16,000 new mobile subscribers in the second quarter, down from the same time last year.

Spectrum

U.S. Pushes 6 GHz Wi-Fi Strategy Against China

The fight over 6 GHz could shape future global telecom networks.

Satellite

Senate Bill Would Explore Satellite Broadband Expansion Across Appalachia

Follows House passage of a companion bill in March.

Earnings

Ziply Fiber Sustains Subscriber Growth Under BCE Ownership

The company is on track to hit 3 million fiber passings by 2028.

mergers

Days After Announcing Deal, Malone Buying out GCI’s Stake in Liberty Latin America

A larger deal in which GCI would take control of LLA fell apart.

Satellite

UK Spent More than $22 Million for Starlink Supplies, Report Shows

The UK used Starlink to support Ukraine and British soldiers abroad.

Cybersecurity

Google Disrupts Hackers Using AI to Exploit an Unknown Weakness in a Company's Digital Defense

Malicious hackers are arming themselves with AI to supercharge their ability to break into the world’s computers.

FCC

FCC Delays Banned Drone and Router Restrictions Until 2029

Restrictions tied to the agency’s Covered List had been set to take effect in 2027.