Rip and Replace
FCC Rejects Rip-And-Replace Extension Requests
The agency signaled a stricter enforcement stance in March, including tougher penalties for non-compliance.
FCC
The Federal Communications Commission is the regulator of telecommunications, television, wireless, cable, satellite and radio-frequency spectrum in in the United States.
AI
FCC’s $398 Million Budget Request May Cut 110 Jobs
Despite a budget decrease in FY 2027, the agency is focused on AI and spectrum auctions as priorities
Martha Wright-Reed Act
FCC Grants Securus Temporary Waiver on Prison Video Pricing Rules
Critics say waiver gives Securus an unfair edge as other providers face compliance deadline of Monday, April 6.
FCC
Deadline Set for Comments on FCC’s Lifeline Reform
Stakeholders have until May 4 to weigh in on proposed anti-fraud and eligibility rules.
FCC
Chamber of Commerce Backs FCC Permitting Reforms to Speed Broadband Deployment
The group argued regulatory clarity and consistency are needed to boost investment.
Satellite
SpaceX, Amazon Clash on Satellite Collision Risks
Altering target altitudes would delay already behind-schedule deployments, Amazon said.
6G
6G Could Introduce New Cybersecurity Vulnerabilities, Report Finds
The advisory group pointed to AI, supply chain, and network complexity risks.
Satellite
FCC Should be Slow to Block U.S. Market Access, Satellite Companies Say
The agency sought comment on the issue as the E.U. is considering new satellite legislation the U.S. opposes
Drones
FCC Releases 'Drone Dominance' Public Notice
The FCC is looking for input on a variety of regulatory changes to support domestic drone production and usage.
Expert Opinion
Avi Rosenthal: A Risky Tradeoff in the Race for GPS Backup
Reallocating the Lower 900 MHz band could undermine billions of devices already supporting safety and critical infrastructure.
People
Meet the FCC’s New Chief Information Officer
Farhan Khan previously led a $200 million digital transformation at the Food and Drug Administration.
USF
USF Spent $8.4 billion in 2025
A new report detailed how federal subsidies were spent as reforms and scrutiny grew.
Infrastructure
INCOMPAS Backing Maryland ISP’s Preemption Bid
FCC preemption extends to networks providing both broadband and telecom services, the trade group argued.
Satellite
Amazon Leo Launch Delayed Again as FCC Deployment Deadline Looms
FCC chairman advises the company to address the more than 1,000 satellite shortfall amid launch setbacks.
enforcement
Two Former FCC Chairs Defend Agency’s Fine Powers
The Supreme Court will hear arguments on the issue on April 21.
Spectrum
Aviation Industry Speeds Up Estimated Gear Replacement Timeline
Airplane components will need to be replaced to accommodate mobile carriers in the upper C-band.
