Tribal Nations Face Challenges in Accessing and Maximizing Funding: Connected America Conference
The lengthy grant application process can be a barrier for Tribes with limited resources.
fixed wireless
Growing Investment in Digital Infrastructure, Especially Fiber: Connected America Conference
As providers attempt to expand their fiber footprints, some are turning to open access networks.
iija
Fiber Deployment Should Consider Equity and Sustainability: Connected America Conference
Industry leaders agreed that fiber deployment should be prioritized, with other technologies supplementing as needed.
Education
Digital Learning is Here to Stay, Necessitating Multi-Sector Collaboration: Connected America Conference
The pandemic heightened the urgency of closing the digital divide, but several barriers remain.
FCC
Amid Flawed Federal Maps and Programs, Local Action is Key: Connected America Conference
Communities should take initiative in building out networks without waiting for federal funding, panelists said.
Barriers to Last-Mile Fiber Include Affordability: Connected America Conference
Industry experts agreed that reaching each individual consumer is the key to a full-fiber future.
