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First Wireless Innovation Fund Grants, Greg McLaughlin New CEO of AEX, New Lumen Board Appointment
Grants were awarded to projects at Northeastern University, New York University, and DeepSig.
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Semiconductors are materials, typically made of silicon, that have the electrical conductivity between that of an insulator and a conductor. They are critical components of computers, phones, medical equipment, and other electronic devices.
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Nokia Fiber Electronics Facility Likely to Alleviate ‘Buy America’ Concerns, Industry Says
Nokia will continue to invest in American manufacturing in the coming years, said CEO.
IRA
Nokia Announced Domestic Manufacturing of Electronics Equipment for Fiber
The manufacturing of the company’s fiber-optic broadband electronics products will start in 2024.
IRA
Former National Security Advisor Warns of American Semiconductor Weakness Against China
The semiconductor industry in America is vulnerable, warned a former National Security Advisor.
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Raimando Calls for U.S. Investment in Semiconductor Manufacturing in Allied Countries
Raimondo said U.S. seeks to impose restrictions on the export of microchips to China to combat the county’s influence.
Defense Department
Space Launch Spectrum Proposal, Semiconductors for Defense, EchoStar Satellite Launched
FCC chairwoman pitches spectrum for space launch communications.
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President Joe Biden Declares ‘Made in America Week’
Biden Administration’s Investing in America initiative is investing billions of dollars into domestic manufacturing.
Defense Department
Increase US Competitiveness with China Through AI and Spectrum, Experts Urge
‘If the U.S. doesn’t lead, China will.’
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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.
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Funding Opportunity in CHIPS Act for Construction, Expansion and Modernization of Commercial Facilities
Now available for material and manufacturing equipment facility projects.
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ACP Now Serving Over 18M Americans, Hundreds Apply for Wireless Innovation Fund, Friedman Invests in Telecom
The ACP program has added more than a million Americans since April.
Infrastructure
Greater Private Investments Will Supplement Federal Dollars Expended in Build America Initiative
Private investments need to support federal money going to infrastructure projects across the United States.
Exclusive Reports
Impacts of the CHIPS and Science Act of 2022
When President Biden talks about his economic program, the CHIPS Act is the star of the show.
Broadband Live
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?
Energy Department
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.
Infrastructure
Industry Optimistic About Calls for a Targeted ‘Buy America’ Waiver Ahead of Broadband Awards
Strict domestic manufacturing requirements may hinder the success of the $42.5 billion BEAD Program.
