Marsha Blackburn
Space Bills Get Markup, Cybersecurity Reserve Bills Introduced, Gigabit Center Opens in Crown Heights, NY
The Secure Space Act and the Satellite and Telecommunications Streamlining Act are scheduled for mark-up on Thursday.
Cybersecurity
The practice of protecting networks, devices, and data from unauthorized access, cyberattacks, or criminal activity. In today’s technological world, where much of one’s life is stored on digital devices, strong cybersecurity is essential.
FCC
A Foundation for Digital Equity, Biden on Cybersecurity, $750 Million Proposal in Wisconsin
Without investments in digital adoption, investments in infrastructure won’t close the digital divide, say advocates.
Cybersecurity
Large Telecoms Pitch Strike Force for Internet Traffic Security Over Global Gateway
Verizon, AT&T and Lumen warned about prescriptive rules that could diminish security.
Cybersecurity
Smaller Companies Facing Cybersecurity Insurance Headwinds: Equifax Executive
Cost of insurance for cybersecurity could be a problem for smaller companies.
FCC
For Sake of Accurate Broadband Map, Gigi Sohn Urges Senators Not to Delay Her Vote as FCC Commissioner
Sohn added the Supreme Court decision in West Virginia could challenge net neutrality rules.
Broadband Live
Unrealistic Fears About Chinese Tech Distract From Real Privacy Concerns, Panelists Say
Panelists argued that ethical concerns about digital privacy and AI are not unfounded, but rather unfairly targeted at certain countries.
E-Rate
Subsidies for Hotspot Devices a ‘Great Idea,’ FCC Chairwoman Says
The commission has been exploring the broadening of the E-Rate program, a high-cost program under the Universal Service Fund.
Privacy
Businesses Should Prepare for More State-Specific Privacy Laws, Attorneys Say
“The privacy landscape in the U.S. is likely to become more complicated before it gets any easier.”
FCC
FCC Breach Notifications, More 6 GHz Testing?, Alaskan Middle Mile Options
FCC looks to strip time to notify and expand definition of breach for telecom reporting.
DHS
CES 2023: Consumers Need to Understand Personal Cybersecurity, Says White House Cyber Official
Consumers must better understand how to weigh risks and protect themselves in the digital world, said Camille Stewart Gloster.
FCC
CES 2023: China Policy Must Account for Trade Concerns, Commissioner Simington Says
Commissioner Simington stated that the commission was in “a little bit of an emergency phase.”
DHS
CES 2023: Cybersecurity for IoT Devices Should be Market-Driven
NIST’s cybersecurity guidelines for IoT prescribe desired outcomes, rather than specific and ‘brittle’ standards.
Cybersecurity
CES 2023: Railroad Industry Needs Cybersecurity Update
Shawn Smith advocated heavily tailored, industry-specific approaches that can address to the unique needs of the rail industry.
Cybersecurity
CES 2023: Robust Cybersecurity Necessary as Connectivity Grows
The onus of securing devices shouldn’t fall to the consumer, a Homeland Security cyber rep said.
CTA
CES 2023: CTA VP’s View of How Connectivity Will Shape the Future
CTA’s Steve Koenig predicted a diverse wave of technological innovation.
DC Circuit
Appeals Court Rejects China Telecom’s Appeal
In 2021, the FCC revoked the company’s authorization to provide telecommunications service in the United States.
