Infrastructure
Aspen Forum Experts Discuss How to Best Allocate Billions of Dollars for Broadband Spending
Experts agreed that outreach and marketing to historically underserved and marginalized communities must be a part of the discussion.
Broadband Mapping and Data
Accurate broadband mapping and data has been central to America's broadband buildout.
Infrastructure
TPI President Wallsten Defends Reverse Auction, Points to Mapping Flaws in Light of RDOF Defaults
In an interview with Broadband Breakfast, Technology Policy Institute President Scott Wallsten blamed bad mapping for RDOF mess.
Infrastructure
Infrastructure Bill Moves Forward, FCC’s New Coverage Map, Altice Allegedly Eyeing Mint
Senate votes to finish infrastructure bill debate, FCC releases new 4G map, report says Altice could buy Mint Mobile.
Infrastructure
Broadband Breakfast Panelists Pitch Solutions for Finer Broadband Mapping Data
Experts argue for significant changes in order for broadband mapping efforts to be successful.
Infrastructure
Broadband Breakfast Interview with John Busby of BroadbandNow About FCC Data Errors
Though the FCC has claimed that broadband figures are improving, BroadbandNow’s data paints a less favorable picture.
Infrastructure
Broadband Breakfast on Wednesday, July 7, 2021, 12 Noon ET — Broadband Mapping is Back!
Join Broadband Breakfast for a deep dive into into making sure that our nation’s broadband maps are better.
Infrastructure
NTIA Broadband Map, Senators’ Cybersecurity Bill, U.S. and EU Reveal Transatlantic Council
The NTIA unveils new broadband map, a new cybersecurity bill against equipment buys, U.S. and EU partner on tech council.
Infrastructure
Biden’s Broadband Plan Leaving Unanswered Questions About Funding’s Use, Critics Say
Some fear that there is no real plan to close the digital divide with Biden’s new infrastructure proposal.
Infrastructure
Alabama Dispenses $17M In Broadband Funds, New Broadband Mapping Insight, Pipeline Attack
Ivey announces $17 million to deploy broadband, Microsoft data for broadband map, and “Robin Hood” group involved in pipeline attack.
Infrastructure
5G In 12 GHz Band, Vaccine Hotline, NAB On Fox Free Speech Case
Industry groups ask for 5G space on 12 GHz band, new hotline for vaccines, NAB on Fox free speech case.
Infrastructure
Washington State’s Russ Elliot Touts Mapping to the Doorstep as Key to Success
Washington State’s head of broadband says mapping to the premises paying dividends in the state.
Infrastructure
Proving Current Speed Threshold As Insufficient A Hurdle For House Bill: Consultant
A House bill raising the minimum connectivity threshold will need to convince lawmakers it is necessary, Steve Perry says.
John Curtis
John Curtis, R-Utah, Opens Up About Future of Fiber and Broadband Challenges
Utah Republican Rep. John Curtis speaks about broadband rollout, education and bills more than a year into the pandemic.
Infrastructure
Speed And Mapping Bills, LinkedIn Data Harvested, Facebook Tackles Fake Review Groups
Delgado’s speed and mapping bills, 500M LinkedIn accounts for sale, and 16,000 Facebook groups axed for fake reviews.
BDC
FCC Speed Test App To Improve Broadband Mapping, Agency Says
The agency hopes its new speed test will inform an initiative for more accurate broadband maps.
Infrastructure
Google Wins Fair Use Case, New Texas Broadband Authority, Vetro Cares For Maine, ADTRAN Hire
April 5, 2021—The Supreme Court ruled in favor of Google on Monday morning in a copyright dispute that has spanned more than a decade, setting precedent for the fair use of programming. In a 6-2 decision (the case was heard before Justice Amy Coney Barrett had been confirmed), the Supreme Court agre
