EPA
House Committee Passes Three Bills to Reauthorize NTIA and Research Trans-Atlantic Cable and AI
Also discussed were three bills to address electric vehicle laws in Democratic states.
Defense
Increase US Competitiveness with China Through AI and Spectrum, Experts Urge
‘If the U.S. doesn’t lead, China will.’
FCC
CTIA Report Says 5G Available in 54% of U.S., 35% of Korea and 27% of China
The wireless association says 5G will add $1.5 trillion in GDP and 4.5 million in new jobs over 10 years.
china
U.S. Needs Robust Semiconductor Workforce Training to Make Progress on More Chip Independence
The country needs to work with schools to encourage semiconductor manufacturing training.
china
American Technology Companies Announce Investments in Chip Manufacturing in India
The fab in India is designed to ensure the stability of critical semiconductor capacity and hence enhance U.S. national security.
china
Bennet, Young, and Warner Propose Legislation to Enhance U.S. Technology Competitiveness
New bill seeks to supports U.S. role in emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence.
Cybersecurity
Debt Ceiling Bill Passes House, China Warns of AI Risks, Rural Internet Exchanges
Debt legislation will limit federal discretionary spending, facilitate environmental permitting for infrastructure projects.
china
Experts Debate TikTok Ban, Weighing National Security Against Free Speech
Although many experts agree TikTok poses a threat, some believe a ban is the wrong solution.
Chips
Broadband Breakfast on June 14, 2023 – Unpacking the CHIPS and Science Act
Amid supply chain constraints and a hostile technological race with China, will the legislation be successful?
FCC
Former Commissioners Push for Auction Authority, U.S. Reacts to China Micron Ban, Inmarsat Buy Approved
Former FCC commissioners pushed Congress to extend the spectrum auction of the agency.
Energy
Lawmakers Debate Clean Energy’s Role in Resolving Supply Chain Fragility, China Concerns
The U.S. accounts for just 10 percent of electric vehicle production and 7 percent of battery production.
china
Broadband Breakfast on May 24, 2023 – Debate: Should the U.S. Ban TikTok?
How should lawmakers navigate competing concerns about national security, free speech, mental health and competition?
FCC
Sen. Mark Warner Says He’ll Push to Make ‘Rip and Replace’ Funding a Priority
$1.5B Innovation Fund money must focus on O-Ran, senator says.
china
Congress Grills TikTok CEO Over Risks to Youth Safety and China
House lawmakers presented a united front against TikTok as calls for a national ban gain momentum.
china
TikTok Security Officer Touts New Oversight Framework as Congress Pushes for Ban
The “Project Texas” initiative ensures that all of TikTok’s U.S. data security operations are overseen by independent parties.
Commerce
China Not Retaliating on U.S. Export Policy Out of Fear of Further Restrictions: Experts
China recognizes that it cannot produce all tech on its own, one expert said.
