Infrastructure
Middle Mile Advocate Says Rural Areas Need Fiber Connectivity
Fiber connectivity – particularly middle mile connectivity – is the future of rural communications.
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AI
Senate AI Roadmap Draws Criticism for Its Simplicity
A federal roadmap for Artificial Intelligence has been released and it’s already receiving criticism from interest groups.
Expert Opinion
The FCC’s Bulk Billing Proposal Is Bad for Consumers
A new proposal by the Federal Communications Commission to ban 'bulk billing' could undermine one of the easiest ways Americans living in multi-tenant environments.
Exclusive Reports
Navigating the Landscape of U.S. Data Privacy Regulations
There is a renewed focus on how best to protect personal information in an increasingly digital world.
Rural
FCC to Vote on Proposal to Loosen High-Cost Letter of Credit Requirements
If approved, the measure would open a comment period.
MDU’s
Federal Miscount Could Cause Millions to Miss Out on Free Apartment Wi-Fi
One nonprofit is working to ensure millions living in affordable housing gain free internet access under a current government initiative.
Expert Opinion
Second Circuit Preemption Decision Likely Won’t Save New York Broadband Rate Regulation Scheme
The Second Circuit’s decision is well-written but exhibits a narrow understanding of conflict preemption.
Infrastructure
Middle Mile Program With Fruits for Omaha Tribe of Nebraska
An Omaha Tribe representative shared the impact middle mile development has had on his community.
FCC
AT&T, Verizon, T-Mobile Agree to $10 Million Settlement Over Alleged False Advertising
State attorneys general accused the companies of misleading claims around unlimited plans and free devices.
Infrastructure
Comcast Business Plans to Increase Speeds, Offer Symmetrical Service
The enhanced service will allow for speeds operating three times faster than the current national averages, Comcast said.
Energy and Commerce
House Reauthorizes National Telecommunications and Information Administration
The Senate Commerce Committee also postponed, for a second time, a markup session with short-term funding for ACP.
FCC
FCC Chairwoman Proposes New Measures to Enhance Internet Security
The proposal would require broadband providers to report to the FCC on their efforts to implement industry standards.
Rural
RiverStreet Seeks FCC Approval to Transfer Unbuilt CAF II Locations
RiverStreet is seeking to divest 3,757 locations that were to receive about $8.1 million in annual CAF II broadband deployment support.
Senate Appropriations
Commerce Secretary Defends BEAD Low-Cost Plans Amid Senate Scrutiny
Senators raised concerns about authority to require BEAD ISPs to offer low-cost internet plans.
Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania Gets BEAD Volume 2 Approval
This brings the total number of approvals to seven states, plus the District of Columbia
SpaceX
Satellite Providers Express Optimism, Concern About New Space Framework
Satellite providers and FCC officials came together to share their plans in the wake of SCS approval.
