Briefs
TIA Launches Labor Shortage Initiative Ahead of BEAD Rollout
The new initiative aims to boost broadband workers by at least 200,000
Funding
FCC Moves to Relaunch $9 Billion 5G Fund for Rural America
Stakeholders are pushing for adjustments to the 5G Fund as the FCC proposes a $9 billion revival.
Fiber
The High Cost of Fiber is Leading States to Explore Other Technologies
If the state chose to solely install fiber, underserved communities would be left out, said state broadband leaders.
ACP
Lack of Affordable Connectivity Fund Money Could Hobble Broadband Deployment: Experts
Providers are using revenues from the ACP to bankroll broadband buildouts.
NTIA
WISPA Says BEAD Fiber Prioritization to Increase Cost and Deployment
Prioritizing fiber builds will increase cost and deployment time, says WISPA report.
