FCC

‘Rip and Replace’ Problems, Texas Social Media Law, Twitter Flip-Flops on Promotions

The RWA told the FCC its members are struggling to get loans to fulfil Rip and Replace obligations.

FBA

Fiber Finds Its Footing, Offering Future-Proof High Speeds

The COVID-19 pandemic provided the foundation case for why fiber’s symmetrical capabilities have became so central.

FCC

Surveying the Affordable Connectivity Fund, New Tribal Funding, Another Chinese Company Banned

The combination of federal benefits is currently prohibited in the state of California.

Anchor Institutions

Anchor Institutions Spreading Connectivity, SHLB Web Audience Hears

Since November, library cardholders can check out Wi-Fi hotspots for home use.

FCC

NTIA’s Alan Davidson Touts FCC Map, Expresses Worry About Challenge Deadline

Alan Davidson admitted he was “incredibly uncomfortable” with the January 13 deadline

Fixed Wireless

FCC Commissioners Tout 5G, Spectrum and Permitting Reform

Commissioner Geoffrey Starks argued that expanding connectivity would enable sustainable, environmentally-friendly technologies.

Education

Workforce Training Gap Next Great Challenge for Broadband, Conference Hears

There is a widespread concern that there is a lack of skills training provided for broadband deployment and maintenance.

FCC

FCC Commissioner Simington Calls for Higher Cybersecurity Standards on Devices

Simington advocated mandating ongoing cybersecurity updates on wireless devices already in consumer hands.

Crypto

GOP Senator Pushes Back Against Crypto Skeptics, Calls for Consumer Protections

Toomey advocated instituting consumer protections and disclosure requirements in the crypto industry.

Brendan Carr

Bill to Ban TikTok, Microsoft-Viasat Broadband Plan, NY Fiber for 5G

Some states have already banned TikTok from government networks.

FCC

Senators and Witnesses Criticize Accuracy of FCC’s New Map

According to the Subcommittee Chairman Ben Ray Lujan, D-N.M., up to 37,000 locations in New Mexico are unaccounted for.

Infrastructure

Regulatory Barriers Could Hinder Broadband Deployment, Senate Hearing Panelists Say

Panelists sought streamlined permitting processes on federal lands and in local communities, and reasonably priced pole access.

BDC

Innovation Fund Consultation Launched, Broadband Mapping for Apartments, Digital Discrimination Clarity

Comments on the $1.5B fund are due January 27, 2023.

Verizon

NTIA Recommends Partnerships and Engagement to Address Workforce Obligations

NTIA recommends states develop relationships with labor organizations.

Congress

FCC GOP Commissioner Endorses Satellite Streamlining Bill

The Satellite and Telecommunications Streamlining Act would ease FCC permitting for the rapidly growing satellite industry.

IIJA

NTIA Awards More Planning Grants, 10 GHz Band for Fixed Wireless, WISPA Warning on Digital Discrimination Inquiry

The NTIA approved eight more planning grants Monday.