AI
House Panel Divided on 10-Year AI Moratorium
Ranking Democrat Frank Pallone said that fiber-optic deployment under BEAD was 'critical if America wants to continue to lead the world in AI.'
Advanced Energy
AI’s Energy Appetite Is Growing; Permitting Delays Could Starve It
Outdated permitting systems could stymie nuclear projects needed for tomorrow’s data centers, panelists said.
Energy
Reps. Fleischmann and Weber to Headline Data Center and Energy Summit
Experts gather next Thursday to explore AI infrastructure challenges at the intersection of data centers, nuclear power, and broadband.
FCC
Carr Lays Out Thoughts on BEAD and Fiber, Other Priorities
Carr also said he was 'confident that we're getting this new auction authority back'.
Energy
Rep. John Joyce Provides Updates on Nuclear, SPEED for BEAD
Noted Constellation’s Three Mile Island restart currently a year ahead of schedule
BEAD
INCOMPAS Wants FCC to Hit Pause on 5G Fund
The group seeks a multiyear delay for the FCC to await the results of the $42.45 billion BEAD program.
Defense
Implementation Steps for National Spectrum Strategy Announced
The implementation plan aims to bolster the U.S. spectrum workforce to support future wireless policy and innovation.
Expert Opinion
Chip Pickering: 'Broadband Ready City Checklist' a 5-Point Guide for Cities
The checklist covers fair and reasonable costs, timely permitting reviews, greater transparency and innovative deployment processes.
Broadband Live
Experts Disagree on Net Neutrality Legal Ground
The Supreme Court has shown less deference to federal agencies in recent years, a BBLO panel heard.
ITIF
Broadband Breakfast on Wednesday, September 27, 2023 – What Happens Next on Net Neutrality?
Industry and non-profit experts on both sides of net neutrality speak at 12 Noon ET on Wednesday.
Brazil Riots Heighten Content Moderation, Space Bureau, USAC Outsourcing, New INCOMPAS President
The announcements closely echo tech platforms’ response to the U.S. Capitol riots.
ARPA
Treasury Department Expects Majority of Capital Projects Funds Will Be Spent on Fiber
“We have put our thumb on the scale for fiber,” said Joseph Wender, director the Treasury Department’s broadband fund.
FCC
New Multitenant Proposal Praised, Dutch Fine Apple, Cameron Comms Expands in Louisiana
Associations including INCOMPAS and WISPA applaud new multitenant proposal.
IIJA
Infrastructure Money Must Go to Better Networks — Even If in Areas with Existing Infrastructure
Some are warning that federal infrastructure money should not go toward subsidizing old networks.
FBA
Citing Flexibility, Broadband Breakfast Panelists Double-Down in Support for Infrastructure Bill
Panel with broadband and wireless industry lobbyists wrestle with need for symmetrical internet, and press for fiber.
Broadband Live
Broadband Breakfast on September 1, 2021 — What’s Next for Broadband Infrastructure Legislation?
The bipartisan infrastructure framework faces hurdles before it because law. We’ll discuss the process in Congress.
