Wireless
FCC’s Carr Concerned About Verizon-Contractor Commitments
Wireless Estimator reported some contractors said they weren’t seeing transparent pricing that the carrier agreed to.
FCC
The Federal Communications Commission is the regulator of telecommunications, television, wireless, cable, satellite and radio-frequency spectrum in in the United States.
USF
Lawmakers Aiming to Circulate Draft USF Framework This Summer
Meanwhile, the FCC is seeking comment on how it might improve USAC
Cybersecurity
FCC Announces First Conditional Approvals After 'Router Ban' Rollout
The Defense Department concluded several foreign made routers posed no risk to national security.
cellular
Mission Telecom Launches New 5G Connectivity Solution
The nonprofit carrier launched a low-cost mobile hotspot capable of supporting up to 50 devices.
FCC
Trusty Speaks on U.S. Wireless and Spectrum Policy at Industry Forum
In New Orleans, the FCC commissioner outlined efforts to expand broadband access and cut regulatory burdens.
Digital Inclusion
FTC Moves to Crack Down on Hidden, Unfair Rental Fees and Perhaps Bulk Billing
FCC Chairman Brendan Carr last year said a Biden-era ban on bulk billing would have sent internet bills soaring for renters.
permitting
USTelecom Pushed for White House Environmental Review Guidance
The White House released new guidance on streamlining federal environmental reviews.
Wireless
Virginia Enacts Law to Streamline Wireless Infrastructure Upgrades
Measure limits local denials, aims to expand wireless coverage for state services.
Expert Opinion
Renee Gregory: A Study That Defies Physics Should Not Define National Security Policy
NextNav defends its proposed GPS backup system against security industry interference claims, calling the underlying study deeply flawed
Satellite
Senate Commerce Targets Satellite Security in Next Executive Session
Satellite security and proposed social media warnings headline Commerce committee markup.
Center for American Rights
Robert Corn-Revere: Fact Checking Without Facts
FCC Chairman Brendan Carr's threats to revoke broadcast licenses over 'fake news' distort the public interest standard, the author writes
Cybersecurity
FCC Picks ioXt Alliance to Head Cyber Trust Mark Program
The previous selection, UL Solutions, withdrew after FCC Chairman Brendan Carr probed its connections to China.
FCC
FCC Eyes Stronger Rules to Combat Robocalls
Proposal could expand verification requirements for telecom providers.
enforcement
AT&T, Verizon Insist to Supreme Court FCC Fine Orders are Binding
The companies want a $100 million refund ‘at the very least.’ Oral arguments are scheduled for April 21.
Wireless
Ex-FCC Chief Ajit Pai: Wireless Competition Is Driving Prices Down
Ajit Pai, now CEO of CTIA, says spectrum policy and private investment are lowering costs and boosting performance.
Drones
Georgia AG Chris Carr Ready to Shoot at Drones to Stop Prison Cellphone Smuggling
Prison contraband crackdown effort expands beyond jamming as drones draw scrutiny.
