Spectrum
Open Technology Institute’s ‘Third Way’ for Spectrum Sharing
The group proposed expanding low-power, indoor use to more bands.
USF
High Court Watcher: SCOTUS Might Not Want to Upend Universal Service
The high court agreed Friday to review a decision finding the $8 billion-per-year broadband subsidy unconstitutional.
ACP
FCC Addresses False ACP Advertising
Providers that fail to update their materials may be subject to penalties.
Satellite
Simington Wants Washington to Unleash the Space Economy
Trump administration should eliminate the red tape, Simington said
Vermont
Vermont Approves $3.1 Billion Sale of Consolidated Communications
The sale would see Searchlight Capital Partners and a partner take ownership of Consolidated Communications.
Broadband's Impact
Accessibility Needs Take Center Stage in FCC’s Customer Service Inquiry
Telecom providers say new mandates are unnecessary, point to market-driven solutions.
Mobile
15 Democratic Attorneys General Want FCC to Unlock Phones
The FCC unanimously proposed a 60-day unlocking requirement in July.
E-Rate
FCC's Wi-Fi Hotspot Lending Program Faces Uncertain Future
Upcoming Chairman Carr, along with Commissioner Nathan Simington, previously dissented from the decision.
USF
Supreme Court to Decide Fate of $8 Billion Broadband Fund
The outcome could affect millions who depend on the USF for affordable communication services.
RDOF
Carr: FCC Unlikely to Restore Starlink RDOF Subsidy
Agency denied Starlink $885 million in 2022.
Expert Opinion
Policy Priorities for a Changing Guard at the FCC
Whether a second Trump administration will seize the moment to reset telecom policy is unknown, but the time for action is now.
USF
Ajit Pai: Congress Should Fund the USF
Congress would have to act in order for tech companies to be assessed, said Pai
FCC
FCC Unanimously Moves to Update Subsea Cable Rules
The agency is responsible for licensing underwater cable facilities connecting to the U.S.
FCC
Rosenworcel Leaving FCC on January 20, 2025
Rosenworcel’s tenure brought the Space Bureau, updated broadband benchmarks, and connected millions to high-speed internet.
Rural
FCC Draft Order Would Loosen RDOF, CAF II Auction Financing Rules
The item would swap out Weiss ratings and let RDOF winner reduce their letters of credit sooner.
Rip and Replace
GOP Lawmakers Urge Rip and Replace Funding in Lame-Duck
Telecom attorneys said they weren't optimistic about a deal coming together.
