Fiber Connect
Fiber Lobbyist: Keep States in Control of BEAD
Other broadband industry groups made similar asks in a separate letter to the Trump administration.
FBA
The Fiber Broadband Association is a trade association that represents the fiber industry. Its mission is to accelerate the deployment of fiber broadband networks across the U.S. to promote digital equity.
BEAD
Oklahoma Broadband Director Wants BEAD Flexibility
The state is wrapping up its BEAD application window on Monday.
Broadband Live
Broadband Breakfast on June 2, 2025 - Live from Fiber Connect 2025
The Monday event will take place at Broadband Breakfast’s regular 12 Noon ET time, which is 11 a.m. CT.
BEAD
FBA 'Cautiously Optimistic’ About Fiber’s Role in BEAD
The Trump administration is expected to hand down new guidance this summer.
FBA
Tariff Concerns Loom Over U.S. Fiber Broadband Expansion, Analyst Warns
Many broadband equipment vendors have increased U.S. operations to comply with Build America, Buy America rules
BEAD
States Moving Ahead With BEAD Processes
The Commerce Department issued a 90-day extension on final spending plans.
BEAD
Commerce Inspector General: Project Selection Timelines a Potential Struggle for BEAD
The agency's inspector general interviewed and surveyed state broadband offices.
FBA
Phoenix Center Challenges Brattle Group’s Fiber Value Impact
Ford said that fiber is too expensive in many rural areas to be a practical solution.
UK
UK on Track to Reach 96% Fiber Coverage by 2027
Regulator Ofcom unveils new rules to sustain rural broadband buildout.
Expert Opinion
Peter Murray: Connected Cities Tour Event in Miami-Dade
Miami-Dade has been one of the more active counties in the country in addressing the digital enablement needs of the community.
FBA
Broadband Industry Coalesces in Support of ‘SPEED for BEAD’
Fiber-focused organization isn’t discouraged by Rep. Richard Hudson measure that touts ‘technology neutrality’
SpaceX
AI Boom Drives Demand for Fiber Data Center Infrastructure
Shortages in power and semiconductors render fiber the only solution to sustain AI growth, panelists said.
IIJA
Senators Revive Bill to Prevent BEAD Supply Chain Bottlenecks
The NET Act would address supply chain delays ahead of the government dolling out $42.5 billion for broadband.
Fiber
Fiber Is a Good Long-Term Bet, Says Former FCC Chairman Pai
Some Republican lawmakers have said they're concerned about high per-location costs.
FBA
Report: Fiber Fuels 35% Job Growth in Charlottesville, Va.
Created $4 million annual increase in housing value from 2015-2019
Fiber
Fiber Deployment Costs May See Slight Slowdown
Industry experts predict price stabilization with federal broadband funding scheduled to begin.
