Community Broadband

Chicago Diary: What I Saw at the Democratic National Convention

The struggle to balance corporate influence and grassroots demands was prominently felt at the DNC in Chicago.

FCC

Cruz Critical of Broadband Subsidy Administrator After Audit

The Government Accountability Office found the program management 'consistent with selected FCC requirements.'

FCC

Altice Mobile to Pay Fine for Late Notification of Network Outages

'Both outages impacted several hundred thousand wireless users across Altice’s entire footprint,' the FCC said.

Broadband Mapping and Data

Study: Heaviest Broadband Users Will Keep Growing as Share of All Subscribers

By end of the year, 20% of all broadband subscribers will consume at least 1 TB per month.

Infrastructure

Harris Accepts Democratic Nomination, Vows Support for Rule of Law and Common Sense

Artificial intelligence only tech or telecom issue mentioned by Harris in acceptance speech.

IRA

Rural Leaders See Their Hospitals Closing Without Robust Broadband

The Biden administration's broadband initiatives were described as crucial for saving rural hospitals.

FCC

Cable, 5G Operators Disagree on Spectrum Sharing Ahead of World Radio Conference

The FCC asked for input as it works to prepare the U.S.'s positions.

Expert Opinion

The NTIA Must Not Allow BEAD to Fall Victim to Past Mistakes

The government has a terrible habit of repeating mistakes.

FCC

Rosenworcel Confident FCC Rules Will Survive in Court

GOP lawmakers sought answers from the FCC in the wake of the Supreme Court's Loper Bright ruling.

Infrastructure

In Chicago, Democratic Mayors Hail Biden’s Infrastructure Agenda

'If it weren't for these investments, you wouldn't be seeing economic comeback in cities across the country.'

Rural

ISPs, Banks Still Want Looser Financing Rules for FCC Subsidy

Some commenters wanted a lower minimum Weiss rating, but many have pushed for a different standard entirely.

FCC

No Set Timeline for Large Pole Orders: Utilities

Electric companies told the FCC unnecessarily large requests compound a labor shortage.

FCC

Union Leaders Applaud Harris for Historic Broadband Investment and Job Creation

Union leaders lauded the BEAD program's pro-union and workforce protection provisions.

ARPA

In Chicago, Democratic Mayors Urge Action to Preserve Affordable Internet

Mayors nationwide strategized to protect vulnerable communities from losing vital internet access.

NTCA

NTCA CEO: 'Give BEAD a Chance'

The group has told the federal government some rules might keep its members from participating.

Broadband's Impact

Social Media Influencers to Take the Stage at Chicago Convention

Each night of the DNC will feature a speech by at least one influencer.