Social Media
Meta Scraps Fact-Checking Program Ahead of Trump’s Inauguration
The platform will shift to a user-driven moderation model inspired by X.
CES 2025
CTA’s Shapiro Finds Tariffs to be Taxing
Hikes on imports from China would likely reduce consumer tech spending, the group said.
Congress
Rep. Hudson to Chair House Communications and Technology Subcommittee
Hudson pledged a 'commonsense approach' under his leadership as head of the subcommittee.
Defense Department
The 'Little Tech Agenda' Becomes a Manifesto for Trump 2.0
Deregulation, spending cuts, H1-B visas for legal immigration. Are these now Trump administration policy?
12 Days of Broadband
A Troubled Rural Digital Opportunity Fund Program Comes Due
The first deployment deadline for RDOF passed on Dec. 31, 2024 – yesterday.
Election 2024
The Scene at Mar-a-Lago, Magnet For Those Seeking Influence
Donald Trump calls it the 'center of the universe.' He may be right.
Crypto
States Could See a Crypto Policy Blitz in 2025
2024 was big for Bitcoin, but 2025 could be bigger, in spite of risks.
Election 2024
Trump Appears to Side With Musk, Tech Allies on Foreign Workers
'I have many H-1B visas on my properties. I’ve been a believer in H-1B. I have used it many times. It’s a great program,' Trump said.
Election 2024
Trump Asks Supreme Court to Delay TikTok Ban Until After Jan. 19
The President-elect wants the Supreme Court to pause the potential ban on Jan. 19, 2025, so his administration can pursue 'political resolution'.
12 Days of Broadband
A Year of Challenges for the Universal Service Fund
In 2024, USF encountered widespread calls for reforms to ensure its sustainability and effectiveness.
12 Days of Broadband
New Year, New FCC Chair
Brendan Carr has supported a deregulatory stance toward ISPs.
12 Days of Broadband
A Year of Prepping for BEAD Projects
Every state got its BEAD proposal approved, and at least 18 began fielding grant applications.
What's New
What Bipartisanship Can Teach Us About the Future of Broadband
Watch the highlights of 'Broadband in the Trump Administration,' and learn about the 12 Days of Broadband!
America super PAC
Musk Ascends as a Political Force Beyond His Wealth by Tanking Budget Deal
Trump on Thursday at first declined to say whether he had confidence in Johnson. But later, Trump praised him and House leaders.
Justice Department
As Biden’s Antitrust Chief Exits, Will Trump Keep the Momentum?
The DOJ’s antitrust division saw record enforcement under Kanter.
12 Days of Broadband
The Year States Stepped Up for Broadband Affordability
States, cities, and private providers led the charge as federal broadband affordability efforts falter.
