Spectrum
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.
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Energy
AI Power Demand Is Outpacing Grid Buildout
Utilities are struggling to connect large data centers quickly enough to maintain reliability, panelists said.
permitting
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.
permitting
White House Pushes AI Tools To Speed Federal Permitting
The administration is expanding automated reviews and digital systems.
Policyband
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
Data Center
FERC Targets Data Center Interconnection Delays
Regulators have approved a range of proposals designed to speed generation interconnections and large-load connections.
House Energy and Commerce
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.
Rural
Trump Signs USF Reform Bill Backed by Sen. Capito
The new law requires the FCC to establish a vetting process for USF applicants.
House Energy and Commerce
Guthrie Pushes Summer Timeline for Bipartisan Permitting Reform
Guthrie criticized proposals to pause or limit data center development over power concerns.
Satellite
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.
Spectrum
FCC Approves EchoStar Spectrum Sales, With Escrow Requirement
It’s a victory for tower companies, who pushed for the condition.
China
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.
Interior Department
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.
Senate
Former FTC Commissioner Confirmed as U.S. Attorney in Utah
Holyoak became Utah's U.S. Attorney in November 2025.
Congress
Senators Affirm Need For U.S. Dominance In Space Exploration
The Artemis II mission is just the start, senators say.
Expert Opinion
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.
