Public safety leaders split over NextNav’s bid for a 5G based GPS backup

Survey finds 93% of first responders support extending the First Responder Network Authority.

Buses made by Chinese manufacturer Yutong can be stopped or rendered inoperable remotely, Ruter AS finds.

Backed by cities, utilities, and broadband groups statewide

Sen. Scott sees potential to strengthen the U.S. economy through stricter actions against China

Michael O’Rielly and Rhonda Weaver urge stronger protections for Seattle’s broadband infrastructure.

The discovery raised concerns about potential interference with scientific and commercial satellites

Technicians described navigating dangerous terrain and personal loss while repairing damaged networks

The action followed broader crackdowns on Chinese carriers and blacklisted Huawei and ZTE equipment.

The lawsuit linked social media to deadly youth trends like 'subway surfing.'

Meta announced that Instagram will restrict teenagers to PG-13 content by default, requiring parental permission to change settings.

The outages underscored growing concerns about the physical security of broadband networks

E-commerce platforms remove ‘millions of listings’ tied to Huawei, Dahua, and other entities

The report also urges the U.S. to adopt a 'layered' positioning system

Trusty warned that rising attacks on communications infrastructure slow broadband expansion

Panelists said outdated state laws hamper efforts to prosecute attacks on broadband networks.

Broadband access funding for schools must consider the cyber threats that accompany Internet connectivity.

Twenty-three AGs say state prisons need authority to stop inmates from using smuggled phones

Lawmaker concerned about her personal safety after Kirk murder.

Officials may soon get FCC approval to jam illicit prison phones.

Congress tackles broadband, AI and energy in a busy week of hearings. Broadband Breakfast's Resilient Critical Infrastructure Summit is on Thursday.

Regulator warns copper theft and network vandalism pose risks to broadband and public safety.

The FCC has moved to revoke recognition of several Chinese government-linked test labs that certified electronics for U.S. use

Carr announces future rulemaking in Arkansas alongside federal and state officials.

The office said the reports resulted in a change of leadership at FirstNet Authority.

Copper theft has caused interference with essential services for residents across North Carolina.

Power backups, route diversity, and planning critical to ISPs who fared better than rivals in April’s outage.

The new ordinance tightens rules on scrap metal sales to protect utilities and public safety.

FCC-led task force would strategize to stop international robocall fraud.

Trade groups seek tougher laws on broadband sabotage.

NTIA as a potential ally.

Lawmakers have filed bills to improve emergency communications and provide additional funding for affected areas.

Analysis relied on ‘extreme, unsupported, and highly speculative assumptions,’ NextNav argued.

Adoption of new tech reliant on adoption of NG9-1-1

President Trump declares the flood an 'unimaginable tragedy.'

Assistant Division Chief arrested and fired.

Bill sparked debate on how to keep kids safe online

Reply comments came in for the FCC's 'delete, delete, delete' docket on Monday.

There were 5,770 incidents of theft and vandalism nationally between June and December last year.

Group says stricter penalties needed to modernize communications protection.

Residents, local attorneys, and emergency officials urge PUC to protect consumers before approving deal.

Introduced by Klobuchar and Cruz, bill would criminalize the publication of non-consensual intimate imagery.

Criminals are targeting a critical piece of broadband infrastructure.

Met with local officials to discuss relief efforts

Former GOP FCC Commissioner says we need steeper federal penalties.

First official trip taken since Carr took over as FCC Chairman.

Starlink and T-Mobile activate emergency services as wildfires devastate Los Angeles County.

An annual series of the year's top 12 stories in broadband.

Sen. Markey says rising sea levels threaten 4,000 miles of fiber across the U.S.

The agency moved in October to allow AT&T's FirstNet to access the band.

Critics said devices could disrupt Wi-Fi and fixed wireless services in the heavily trafficked Wi-Fi band.

Surge in network vandalism and theft prompt industry push for tougher laws protecting communications infrastructure.

This isn’t the first time Musk’s actions have raised concerns about SpaceX's alignment with U.S. interests.

Simington urged the FCC to address security risks tied to foreign GPS alternatives.

Lawmakers stressed subsea internet cables are vulnerable to attack by Russia, China, or other hostile actors.

Opponents said the decision 'will be challenged and will be litigated.'

Facebook cited for improved content-moderation systems.

The agency activated its disaster reporting system Monday.

Disinformation agents, hucksters and politicians are exploiting the disaster.

The program provides a $9.25 monthly broadband discount.

With 21.7% of cell towers down in affected regions, emergency services struggle to respond in isolated areas

Cruz sees electoral politics behind effort to kill his popular bill

The agency proposed the FCC wait for field test results before a rulemaking.

The threats of wind, fire and ice storms are downing poles and cutting off service to communities.

The Committee vote was a victory for the National Association of Broadcasters.

Two bills aim to increase internet safety

One bill would create a comprehensive strategy to secure global telecom infrastructure.

The bills emphasize defending U.S. communications infrastructure from foreign adversaries, especially China.

Eligible K-12 schools and libraries can apply for funding starting September 17.

Two federal efforts aimed at protecting children online have stalled as Congress went on a six-week recess without a vote.

Sitka Police Department staying connected via Starlink satellite internet service.

The proposed law demands rigorous safeguards for AI systems that pose the highest risks.

CSIS warns subsea fiber-optic cables are at risk of sabotage by U.S. foreign adversaries.

The LTE systems will provide redundancy for school safety measures and connection for 911 calls.

AT&T is leveraging new messaging protocols to address unwanted political text messages.

The NAB-MPA proposed timeline would leave the FCC with no time to enforce the rules ahead of the Nov. 5 elections.

The FCC might not have time to enforce new AI Ad disclosure rules for political ads before the November elections.

After seizing over 8,000 contraband phones, Georgia's AG wants the FCC to allow governments to block prison wireless communications.

The outage also blocked 25 million 911 calls and affected the nationwide first responder network.

The code will cover individuals that don't qualify for AMBER alerts.

Commerce Department inspector general says changes allowed AT&T to meet nationwide coverage metrics, instead of state-by-state requirements.

Damages to underground infrastructure are estimated to cost $30 million annually.

The new law specifically prohibits U.S. entities from maintaining a website or application operated by TikTok's owner ByteDance.

The TikTok ban was incorporated in the comprehensive foreign aid package that was approved on Saturday.

Days before the FCC proposed location-based routing for 988 calls, the program's unused funds were flagged for audit.

The bills focus on thwarting potential efforts by China to exploit security vulnerabilities in networks.

The agency also introduced regulations to simplify consumers revoking consent for robocalls.

Problems accessing poles could delay fiber builds funded by the Broadband Equity, Access and Deployment program.

Will the program’s matching funds requirement stretch federal dollars, or hinder smalller providers?

How will prior broadband programs impact BEAD Implementation?

What’s next for BEAD implementation?

When President Biden talks about his economic program, the CHIPS Act is the star of the show.

The NTIA is on the cusp of announcing the award winners to the states by June 30, 2023.

Advances for the green economy in the Inflation Reduction Act rely upon smart grid infrastructure.

Our comprehensive report examines the extremely timely issue of content moderation and Section 230 from multiple angles.

Will providers be required to use equipment that is not readily available within the United States?

The Broadband Breakfast Report for January 2023 lays out the things to know about the challenge process.

Broadband Breakfast presents the first of its annual '12 Days of Broadband' series about the top 12 stories of the year.

Broadband Breakfast is tracking planned BEAD connections by technology

Broadband Breakfast is tracking fixed wireless access subscriptions.