Broadband's Impact
Fact-Checking Group Rebuts FCC’s Carr Over 'False Reports'
NewsGuard accuses FCC Chair-designate of using misinformation from low-credibility outlets to target the media watchdog.
Chevron Doctrine
Former Pai Aide: USF ‘Top Issue’ Post-Election
Legal challenges put USF and FCC powers at risk.
FCC
Possible Harris VP Choice Wants Big Tech and ISPs to Support Rural Fund
Democratic Senator from Arizona wants to lower the cost of high-speed internet for consumers and rural providers.
Big Tech
Rosenworcel Weighs in on Big Tech Regulation
‘It’s a conversation I think we should be having,’ FCC Chairwoman says
USF
AT&T CEO: Big Tech Should Pay Its Fair Share
‘Why shouldn’t [Big Tech] participate in ensuring affordable and equitable access to the services of today?’ AT&T says
Antitrust
Beeper CEO Draws a Crowd at the FCC
The dispute has been described as the Blue Bubble (iPhone) vs. Green Bubble (Android) debate.
AI
CES 2024: Senators Talk Priorities on AI, Broadband Connectivity
Lawmakers called for guardrails on AI systems and more ACP funding.
FCC
Dish Covers Over 70% of Population, EU Charges Google, ECF Disbursing Another $21M
DISH Network claims to provide 5G service to 240 million Americans, 70 percent of the population.
FCC
Should Big Tech or Broadband Be Tapped for USF Contributions?
Including all broadband internet revenue will alter the internet in uncertain ways, claims expert.
fixed wireless
FCC Blocks One Eye, Tribal Ready Wants 12 GHz Set Aside, Universal Service Fund Recommendations
One Eye was given ‘ample opportunity’ to address robocall traffic, FCC said.
AI
White House Meets AI Leaders, FTC Claims Meta Violated Privacy Order, Graham Targets Section 230
The Biden administration announced $140 million in new funding for national AI research.
Privacy
Congress Considers Regulating Data Brokers Amid Broader Push for Privacy Legislation
The $200 billion industry specifically targets children and other vulnerable populations, experts said.
Energy and Commerce
House Democrats Interrogate TikTok as Montana Moves Toward Complete Ban
TikTok CEO Shou Zi Chew’s recent testimony left Congress with more questions than answers.
Big Tech
Preview the Start of Broadband Breakfast’s Big Tech & Speech Summit
Watch the start of the Big Tech & Speech Summit from March 9. Sign up for full webcast.
AI
Congress Should Focus on Tech Regulation, Said Former Tech Industry Lobbyist
Congress should shift focus from speech debates to regulation on emerging technologies, says expert.
Privacy
Experts Clash Over Federal Preemption and State Laws on Privacy
Should a federal privacy law pre-empt state laws?
