NTIA
New Rules for Tribal Broadband Program Planned for Spring 2026, NTIA Says
The agency said no more awards would be made under current rules, and that previously announced awards would not be rescinded.
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Tribal
Regional Fiber Broadband Association Deep Dive Into Tribal Broadband
Tribal leaders and industry experts gathered to address the unique permitting challenges and opportunities for fiber broadband in Arizona.
FCC
Former Officials: FCC’s Independence ‘Obliterated’ Under Carr
The FCC now serves political interests instead of the public, former agency officials said.
NTIA
NTIA, Industry Eyeing 4.4 GHz for Commercial Use
There are currently 15 federal agencies using the airwaves.
Data Center
Anthropic, Microsoft Announce New AI Data Center Projects as Construction Push Continues
Anthropic has announced a $50 billion investment, including new data centers in Texas and New York. Microsoft announced a new data center in Georgia.
Department of Commerce
Consumers Are ‘Subsidizing the Cost of Data Centers’: Senate Dems
Lawmakers press Trump administration on link between Big Tech’s AI buildout and higher household energy bills.
Digital Inclusion
Digital Equity Advocates Call for Training, Not Just Subsidies, in Rural Broadband Push
Experts said broadband expansion must include digital skills and telehealth access.
Policyband
Key Banc Analyst – ‘There Are Reasons to Believe Cable is Permanently Impaired’
Analyst Brandon Nispel Says Cable Broadband’s Position Will Continue to Erode as a Result of Fiber and Fixed Wireless Access Competition Nationally
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AI
Watchdog Group Public Citizen Demands OpenAI Withdraw AI Video App Sora Over Deepfake Dangers
OpenAI has faced backlash from public figures and has made some changes, but critics say these responses are insufficient and reactive.
Free Speech
Senate Commerce Schedules FCC Oversight Hearing
Session follows bipartisan concern over Chairman Brendan Carr’s perceived threats toward broadcast licensees.
Rural
Senate Clears Agriculture Bill With $109 Million for Rural Broadband
USDA's ReConnect would see about $50 million for 2026, more than the Senate had previously put forward.
Digital Inclusion
Bridging the Technical Divide for America’s Veterans
Through device access and digital skills training, Tech for Troops equips veterans with tools to rebuild their lives after service.
mergers
Verizon Pushes 2025 Approval of Frontier Deal, Defends DEI Commitments
The carrier is looking to sell corporate bonds to help fund the acquisition.
Digital Inclusion
Congress Tried Twice to Reduce Prison Phone Rates
The House’s first attempt spelled out detailed limits; the final law left those details to the FCC.
Expert Opinion
Debra Berlyn: Older Adults Can Shop Safely Online This Holiday Season Despite Scams
Scam losses reached a staggering $12.5 billion in 2024 as fraudsters increasingly weaponize AI technology to create sophisticated schemes.
