Broadband Live
Private Investors Can Jumpstart Community Networks, Say Broadband Breakfast Panelists
‘We believe that connectivity can be a new and distinct category in impact investing.’
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Broadband Live
Broadband Breakfast on September 28, 2022 – Financing Mechanisms for Community Broadband
Community Connectivity Providers present a new paradigm for thinking about digital infrastructure investment for community networks.
SpaceX
Kate Forscey: Mobile Broadband Gap Needs to Be Remedied, Too
A recent study by CostQuest suggests that 37,000 more towers are needed to bring mobile coverage up to speed nationwide.
Privacy
FCC Proposal for Robotexts, FCC Mapping Problems, TikTok’s Preliminary Deal
The FCC is looking to adapt its robocall methods for texts.
Infrastructure
As Middle Mile Program Deadline Approaches, NTIA Proposes ‘Buy America’ Exemptions
The NTIA is proposing a limited-equipment, limited-time exemption to purchasing American-made products.
BDC
Reason 5 to Attend Broadband Mapping Masterclass: Understanding Public Challenges
The 5th of 5 reasons to attend the Broadband Mapping Masterclass with Drew Clark on 9/27 at 12 Noon ET
Infrastructure
FCC Spectrum Authority Expires on September 30, Agency Seeks Renewal
FCC Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel’s proposal for increased auction authority would allow the agency to support infrastructure investment.
Joe Biden
NTCA Smart Rural Communities, International Telecommunications Union Conference, Carr on TikTok
‘How do we make sure that you can keep that home grown talent?’
Expert Opinion
Kirsten Compitello: The Need for a Digital Equity Focus on Broadband Mapping
Incorporating equitable processes and outcomes from the start is crucial to avoid perpetuating continued inequalities.
BDC
Reason 4 to Attend Broadband Mapping Masterclass: Measuring Actual Speeds
The 4th of 5 reasons to attend the Broadband Mapping Masterclass with Drew Clark on 9/27 at 12 Noon ET
FCC
Senate Indian Affairs Committee Chair Takes FCC to Task for Communication With Tribes
‘You need to get a little better about talking to and listening to native communities,” the chairman told the FCC.
Expert Opinion
Dianne Crocker: Recession Fears Have Real Estate Market Forecasters Hitting the Reset Button
Growing fears of recession trigger pullback on previous rosy forecasts.
FCC
Kenosha Gets Fiber, Judiciary Committee Advances Journalism Bill, Rosenworcel Touts Women in Tech
SiFi Networks will construct an all-fiber network for 40,000 households in the city of Kenosha, Wisconsin.
BBLO
62% of Americans Have Access to High-Speed 5G, Says New BroadbandNow Map
The company says its map is based on millions of M-Lab speed tests conducted over a six-month period.
BDC
Reason 3 to Attend Broadband Mapping Masterclass: State Maps vs. Federal Maps
The 3rd of 5 reasons to attend the Broadband Mapping Masterclass with Drew Clark on 9/27 at 12 Noon ET
Broadband Breakfast
Panelists at Broadband Breakfast Event Urge the FCC Mapping Fabric Be Made Public
They objected to being required to help build CostQuest’s database, but are unable to utilize database for their own benefit.
