Satellite
FCC’s Carr Stresses Competition, Spectrum, SpaceX in Aerospace Summit Remarks
Carr highlighted U.S. progress in satellite technology and efforts to expand the space economy.
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Policyband
Newsom Sent Bill Allowing California Renters to Opt Out of Bulk Billing Internet Plans
The legislation would give renters new rights over Internet service charges tied to their leases starting in 2026.
Social Media
FTC Launches Inquiry Into AI Chatbots Acting as Companions and Their Effects on Children
The FTC said Thursday it sent letters to tech companies to understand what steps companies have taken to evaluate the safety of their chatbots when acting as companions.
Congress
House Appropriations Passes FY26 Budget Impacting NTIA
$47 million allocation for National Telecommunications and Information Administration includes amendment blocking federal rate-setting in broadband deployment.
FCC
FCC to Seek Input on State, Local Barriers to Telecom Projects
The agency will also vote on whether to set up an accelerated docket for wireless permitting disputes
FCC
Charter CEO Meets With FCC Commissioners on Cox Merger
Charter's top official met with FCC commissioners to discuss the proposed acquisition of Cox.
AI
Cruz Unveils SANDBOX Act to Ease Federal AI Rules
Proposal would let developers test AI under federal waivers
Spectrum
Senate Republicans to FCC: Protect 6 GHz, CBRS
The NTIA head also urged preserving the 6 GHz band for Wi-Fi on Wednesday.
Public Safety
FCC’s Trusty Raises Concerns Over Copper Theft
Regulator warns copper theft and network vandalism pose risks to broadband and public safety.
Satellite
State Department Approved Possible $150M Starlink Sale to Ukraine
The sale could strengthen both U.S. national security interests and Ukraine’s defense capabilities.
Policyband
West Virginia on Same BEAD Page with White House, Lutnick
West Virginia's plan would connect 73,701 locations, down about 40,000, with some saying 100,000 West Virginians would not benefit under BEAD.
Dateline Ashburn
Dateline Ashburn: Data Centers Drive New Energy Disputes in Northern Virginia
Dominion projects peak power demand for data centers in Virginia could rise to 13.3 gigawatts by 2038, nearly a fivefold increase in 16 years.
mergers
Verizon, Frontier Settle with Two Merger Opponents in California
The companies are eager for the CPUC to approve the deal at its Dec. 18 meeting.
NCTA
NCTA Notes Growing Competition Across Broadband Services
A major industry group is pressing regulators to revisit broadband competition, highlighting mobile service as a key factor.
Expert Opinion
Mike Regan: Embedding Resilience and Operationalizing Cybersecurity Across Information Communications
As cyber threats evolve in sophistication and persistence, organizations must shift from reactive defensive strategies to proactive system-wide resilience.
Broadband Mapping and Data
FCC Proposal to Scale Back Broadband Standards Draws Fire
Rural co-ops press FCC for symmetrical 100 * 100 Mbps broadband standard
