Providers are using revenues from the ACP to bankroll broadband buildouts.
The ACP program has added more than a million Americans since April.
TikTok addressed the revelation that employees tracked the physical location of at least one U.S. journalist.
Through Telehealth Access Points, we can consider broadband and telehealth as the double-edged sword of digital health.
Bill by Rep. Anna Eshoo and Sen. Cory Booker would preempt state laws prohibiting municipal broadband projects using public funds.
Efforts in multiple states aim to address connectivity challenges for low-income residents.
Engaging local communities can build trust, which is an important factor in increasing adoption.
While waiting for grant funding, state broadband leaders should work to engage and educate local communities.
Industry leaders agreed that fiber deployment should be prioritized, with other technologies supplementing as needed.
The pandemic heightened the urgency of closing the digital divide, but several barriers remain.
Hear state broadband leaders talk about how they are approaching the digital equity planning process.
What progress has been made toward universal broadband access?
Sen. Lujan once again voiced concern that the FCC’s national broadband map contains major inaccuracies.
Without efforts to drive adoption, federal investment in connectivity will fall short, agreed Brookings panelists.
G.hn technology can utilize existing telephone wiring and coaxial cabling to deliver fiber-like speeds.
New planning grants were awarded to twelve states and two tribal entities.
One of the biggest challenges in creating training programs is finding experienced trainers to lead them.
In 2021, the FCC charged the council in its mission to prevent digital discrimination.
Musk asked to nix the October 17 trial date, which would to allow more time for his financing banks.
The conversation dealt with open access networks, and whether cities are well-suited to play a role in developing them.
Incorporating equitable processes and outcomes from the start is crucial to avoid perpetuating continued inequalities.
Join Acting Rural Utilities Service Administrator Chris McLean on June 8 at Broadband Breakfast for Lunch
The Equity and Diversity Council will study broadening anchor institution to include LGBT organizations.
The ATIS report outlines major steps that need to be taken to “ensure North American wireless leadership."
This year saw a growing telehealth trend, federal digital inclusion efforts and greater attention to spectrum sharing.
Infrastructure bill passes the Senate, crypto regulations in the bill, and Apple will scan iPhones for child abuse material.
The Anti-Digital Redlining Act hopes to ensure low-income areas get equal broadband access.
Now is the time in Congress for all good (and bad) broadband bills to be introduced.
January 5, 2021 — The digital divide afflicting the United States has become even more apparent throughout the pandemic, repositioning […]
The House of Representatives passed an end of the year omnibus bill on Monday, which included six provisions from the […]
December 22, 2020 – Late Monday night, Congress approved a $900 billion coronavirus relief package sending desperately needed aid to […]
December 15, 2020 — In a spirited debate about one of the central policy issues surrounding the deployment of 5G […]
November 17, 2020 — A group of broadband enthusiasts on Friday urged a new national broadband plan and that the […]
September 18, 2020 — Karl Rove, former senior advisor to President George W. Bush, on Tuesday argued that in order […]
Before you solve a problem, you’ve got to be able to understand it. The Federal Communications Commission recently voted to […]
July 7, 2020 — “The digital divide is just one of many systematic changes we need to make,” said Federal […]
June 30, 2020 — “Broadband has got to be the order of the day, going forward,” said Rep. James Clyburn, […]
Ongoing nationwide Black Lives Matter protests have highlighted Federal Communications Commission responsibilities and revealed what policy implementations are lacking, according […]
