Defense Department
Increase US Competitiveness with China Through AI and Spectrum, Experts Urge
‘If the U.S. doesn’t lead, China will.’
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Justice Department
Proposed Merger Guidelines, Viasat Satellite Trouble, Fiber Association Partnership
The Federal Trade Commission wants stricter guidelines for mergers after losses in court.
FBA
Open Access Models Should Limit Number of Providers Riding the Network: ISP Exec
Capping the number of providers could solve price war problems, one telecom exec said.
BEAD
AT&T to Halt Removal of Lead-Clad Cables in Lake Tahoe, Denies Contamination Claims in WSJ Report
The Wall Street Journal report alleging the toxicity of the cables is inaccurate, claims AT&T.
FCC
National Spectrum Strategy to be Complete by End of Year: NTIA Head
NTIA is conducting research on improving efficiency of available spectrum.
Broadband Mapping and Data
Report: U.S. is 32nd Worldwide on Broadband Affordability
The countries with the most affordable broadband were Hong Kong, Singapore, Denmark, and Finland.
Cybersecurity Labels
Cybersecurity Standards, More Funding for Rip and Replace, AT&T Stocks Hit Decade Low
The head of the FCC is proposing cybersecurity standards on devices.
Community Broadband
After BEAD Allocation, Gigi Sohn Advocates Municipal Broadband to Close Coverage Gaps
It’s unclear how BEAD funds will interact with state laws restricting municipal broadband projects.
Ask me anything
Vermont’s Unique Communications Union Districts Support BEAD Outlays
WASHINGTON, July 17, 2023 – Communications Union Districts, organizations of two or more towns that join as a municipal entity to build broadband networks, cover over 90 percent of Vermont, said Christine Hallquist, executive director of the Vermont Community Broadband Board at an Ask Me Anything event Friday. These unique organizations
Expert Opinion
Jeff Miller: Fixed Wireless Access Provides Opportunity for Lower-Cost Broadband
Fixed wireless has the potential to deliver data speeds that surpass current broadband networks.
House Judiciary
House Republicans Grill FTC Head for Alleged ‘Harassment’ of Twitter
House Judiciary Committee Chairman Jim Jordan cited an incident where he said Khan engaged in ‘targeted harassment’.
Fifth Circuit
Funding Affordable Connectivity Program, 5th Circuit Social Media Stay, OpenAI and FTC, Tribal Ready Hires NTIA Coordinator
Congress should discontinue High-Cost, Lifeline, and ReConnect.
FCC
FCC Considering Rules to Share Terrestrial Spectrum with Satellite Service Providers
Satellite sharing on terrestrial spectrum is premature, said satellite and terrestrial providers.
FCC
CTIA Report Says 5G Available in 54% of U.S., 35% of Korea and 27% of China
The wireless association says 5G will add $1.5 trillion in GDP and 4.5 million in new jobs over 10 years.
Funding
Connect Humanity, Appalachian Community Capital Partner to Raise Funds for Broadband Access
The groups are raising $25 million for connectivity in underserved areas along Appalachia.
FCC
Artificial Intelligence for Spectrum Sharing ‘Not Far Off,’ Says FCC Chair Rosenworcel
AI can be used to make congestion control decisions, a major opportunity for dynamic spectrum sharing.
