California

California Activates Nation’s Largest Middle-Mile Network, Connecting Tribal, Rural Areas

The Bishop Paiute Tribe is the first to access the state’s $3.2 billion broadband effort spanning 8,000 miles of fiber.

FCC

Chamber of Commerce Backs FCC Permitting Reforms to Speed Broadband Deployment

The group argued regulatory clarity and consistency are needed to boost investment.

Satellite

SpaceX, Amazon Clash on Satellite Collision Risks

Altering target altitudes would delay already behind-schedule deployments, Amazon said.

Robocall

Panelists Share the Innovations That Have Helped Reduce Telecom and Texting Scams

Experts highlighted new policy and technological innovations to combat scams.

Broadband Mapping and Data

Researcher: About 12.7 Million Seniors Lack Broadband Subscription, 7.2 Million Lack Computer or Tablet

The White House is proposing Congress claw back canceled digital equity funding.

6G

6G Could Introduce New Cybersecurity Vulnerabilities, Report Finds

The advisory group pointed to AI, supply chain, and network complexity risks.

Space

New Photos of Earth from Artemis II Astronauts

The Artemis II astronauts have captured Earth's brilliant blue beauty as they zoom ever closer to the moon.

Public Safety

FAA Proposes $70K Fine Against Verizon Over Battery Shipments

The aviation regulator claims Verizon failed to disclose shipment of hazardous materials.

Policyband

Circle City's McCoy Requests Gomez Meeting to Discuss WRTV's Growth Plan

McCoy, president and CEO of Circle City Broadcasting, initiated a round of layoffs after paying $83 million to acquire ABC affiliate WRTV in Indianapolis with an FCC waiver

AI

Trump Administration Appeals Ruling That Blocked Pentagon Action Against Anthropic

Donald Trump’s social media directive ordering all federal agencies to stop using Anthropic and its chatbot Claude was also blocked.

Satellite

FCC Should be Slow to Block U.S. Market Access, Satellite Companies Say

The agency sought comment on the issue as the E.U. is considering new satellite legislation the U.S. opposes

Telecom

T-Mobile Cuts IT Roles Amid Shift Toward Automation and Digital Services

The layoffs are the latest in a series of cuts as the company restructures its technology operations and continues hiring in new areas.

Digital Inclusion

Lack of Data Makes Evaluating NY Affordability Law Difficult: Benton

The act went into effect a year ago, but participation rates are unclear.

Broadband's Impact

There’s an Opportunity to Connect America's 44 Million Apartment Residents

Experts at Broadband Breakfast spotlight managed Wi-Fi, legacy building solutions and bulk Internet as keys.

Virginia

Brightspeed Brings Fiber to Six Virginia Communities

Supported by public funding, the network will reach more than 200,000 Virginia homes and businesses once complete.

AI

U.S. Official to Europe: Align With U.S. on AI or Fall Behind

European Union's participation in a State Department effort to secure global AI supply chains remains uncertain.