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Broadband Breakfast on May 19, 2026 – Broadband Breakfast at Fiber Connect
Join Broadband Breakfast at Fiber Connect 2026 in Orlando, Florida, on Tuesday
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Earnings
Lumen Acquiring Networking Company Alkira for $475 Million
The company beat revenue expectations in the first quarter.
Briefs
Shentel Completes Broadband Project in Franklin County
The $32 million project was partially funded through a Virginia state broadband program.
BEAD
Senators Release Details of BEAD Permitting Bill
The proposal would require NTIA to publicly track broadband deployment progress
Rural
USDA Accepts Telehealth, Distance Learning Grant Applications
Approximately $27 million in federal grants were made available.
Infrastructure
Corning to Build Three New Manufacturing Plants After $500 Million NVIDIA Investment
The company said the deal would boost its fiber manufacturing capacity by more than 50 percent.
AI
Education Department Finalizes AI Priorities
Schools and higher education institutions encouraged to expand AI instruction and coursework.
Policyband
Elon the Disrupter – Starlink Slashes 100 Mbps Promotional Price to $29 a Month, with Free Hardware
The 90-day promotion appears aimed at attracting new customers who have hesitated over upfront costs
BEAD
North Dakota Signs All BEAD Contracts
The state is planning to finish connecting its 279 eligible locations by the end of 2027.
Satellite
Might SpaceX Want an MVNO?
The major carriers have said they’re uninterested.
Broadband Live
Broadband Breakfast on May 20, 2026 – Broadband Breakfast at Fiber Connect
Join Broadband Breakfast at Fiber Connect 2026 in Orlando, Florida, on Wednesday
Briefs
Shane West Named CEO of ALLO Fiber
Company founder Brad Moline to continue on ALLO's board of directors.
AI
Connecticut Passes Bipartisan AI Regulation Bill
Measure addresses AI’s impact on workers, children, and consumers.
Public Safety
Jury Awards $18.2M in Tower Death Case, Recovery Uncertain
Bankrupt contractors and limited insurance could leave most of the award unpaid.
BEAD
No Changes to Worker Classification for BEAD, Pennsylvania Says
NTIA had previously said the state would have to change course.
FCC
FCC Lifeline Proposal Could Cut Off Eligible Users, Stakeholders Warn
Most commenters support anti-fraud goals but warn rules could exclude eligible users.
