OTI
Group Points To A Few Early Problems With Broadband Labels
Open Technology Institute thinks the FCC needs to address problems with ISP labels to ensure the intent of the mandate is being honored.
Broadband Mapping and Data
Accurate broadband mapping and data has been central to America's broadband buildout.
BEAD
States Gear Up for Subgrantee Selection in $42.5 Billion Federal Broadband Expansion
Arkansas and Tennessee now expect to service thousands fewer locations than originally anticipated through the BEAD program.
5G Wireless
Ookla Claims Obstacles in Submitting Third-Party Speedtest Data for 5G Fund
Only the FCC's own speed test mobile application is currently functioning to submit mapping challenges for the 5G Fund.
IIJA
New Broadband Transparency Labels Roll Out Nationwide
Government officials express optimism that the introduction of labels will signal a new era of transparency and competition.
Briefs
Ookla Launches Speedtest Insights Analytics Tool
Ookla announces new Speedtest Insights Analytics Tool to understand broadband data.
BDC
FCC Imposes $10,000 Fine on ISP for False Broadband Claims
A leaked email from a company exec revealed that the false data was a deliberate attempt to prevent competitors from accessing government grants earmarked for broadband expansion in the region.
FCC
Verizon, Google Fiber Unveil Broadband Nutrition Labels Ahead of Deadline
Major ISPs must begin deploying labels by April 10, 2024.
Rural
Broadband Industry Groups Urge Caution on Using Fabric Data for High-Cost Compliance
Commenters noted that the fabric is iterative, and changes to the data could cause confusion.
NEPA
NTIA Releases Permitting and Environmental Data Tool
The agency said it will be announcing additional permitting initiatives ahead of BEAD.
TPI
From Labels to Legislation: Experts Address Barriers to Informed Choice
The assumption that consumers have a choice in selecting broadband providers is often far from the truth, said panelists.
FCC
FCC’s New Era in Broadband Mapping and Transparency
Current broadband mapping and data initiatives at the FCC appear poised to usher in a new era of transparency in the realm of digital connectivity.
events
Make Methodologies for Broadband Performance Publicly Available: Panelists
The labels are tools to assist consumers in easily accessing information regarding the price, speed, latency, and privacy.
events
States Broadband Offices Detail Broadband Locations, Seek NTIA Flexibility
State broadband officers shared numbers of unserved and underserved locations within their respective states.
FCC
NTIA Greenlights Speedtest Data Integration in State BEAD Maps, Experts Say
The pre-challenge modification permits the inclusion of speed test data gathered from phones and devices equipped with GPS chips.
BBLO
Mapping and Data Experts Discuss Impact of New FCC Broadband Labels
The experts held split opinions regarding the impact of new consumer broadband labels mandated by the Federal Communications Commission.
FCC
New FCC Broadband Standards Should Consider Latency
The FCC sought public input in November on including latency metrics in reporting requirements.
