Election 2024
President Biden Mentions Infrastructure Program as He and Others Congratulate Trump
In his Rose Garden statement of congratulations to Trump, Biden reiterated and emphasized the role of his administration's infrastructure law.
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Expert Opinion
GPS Does Need a Backup, Terrestrial Is the Answer – But Which Terrestrial?
A key effort to protecting America, and GPS by making it a much less attractive target, is to establish a terrestrial backup system.
Section 230
FCC’s Carr Sends Message to Big Tech
Also says FCC needs to ensure broadcasters serve the public interest
Wesco Webinar
November 19, 2024: Demystifying BABA Compliance in the BEAD Program
A webinar that will help explain the ins and outs of Build America Buy America compliance.
Broadband Live
Broadband Breakfast on December 4, 2024 - Permitting on Federal Lands
Securing permits on federal lands has often been a slow and complex process.
Funding
LTD, FCC Argue RDOF Standard of Review in D.C. Circuit
The agency denied the company more than $1 billion in subsidies.
5G Fund
Trade Group: Users Reject FCC Speed Test App over Privacy
Personal data requirements deter users from using FCC speed test app, CCA says
Commerce
NTIA Approves Digital Equity Funds for Two More States
Ohio to get $23 million and Alaska $5 million
Spectrum
UScellular Sells More Spectrum to AT&T for $1 Billion
The deal includes UScellular's remaining 3.45 GHz spectrum, plus some 700 MHz holdings.
Rural
Mercury Broadband Defaults on Hundreds of RDOF Locations
Largest default was in Michigan, with 640 Census Block Groups
Expert Opinion
The Privacy-Location Paradox: A Technical Blueprint for 988 Georouting
How to balance the need to route calls to the most appropriate crisis center while protecting caller privacy.
Broadband's Impact
Oregon Voters Say No to $1,600 Yearly Check
About 80% of voters rejected Universal Basic Income proposal funded by a new corporate tax.
FCC
GOP House Commerce Chair Wants Agencies to Pump the Brakes After Trump Victory
Republicans have vocally opposed major Biden FCC rulemakings.
Telehealth
Some D.C. Trade Groups Respond to Trump Victory
NRECA, WISPA, and others reveal priorities for Trump’s second term.
Broadband Live
Broadband Breakfast on November 27, 2024 – Next Steps on Digital Equity Projects
The NTIA has now approved digital equity plans for several states as part of its broader Digital Equity Act initiative.
Broadband Live
Broadband Breakfast on November 20, 2024 – What Happens to Homework and Wi-Fi Hot Spots?
Join us as our expert panel explores the potential impacts and challenges of the FCC’s off-premise Wi-Fi funding.
