National Security
Senate Passes Pair of Bills to Safeguard Broadband Supply Chains
Measures from Sens. Hickenlooper and Ernst aim to prevent equipment shortages and bolster domestic production
FCC
The Federal Communications Commission is the regulator of telecommunications, television, wireless, cable, satellite and radio-frequency spectrum in in the United States.
Earnings
EchoStar Selling More Spectrum to SpaceX
SpaceX is buying unpaired AWS-3 licenses for $2.6 billion in stock.
Free Speech
Trusty Warns FCC Must ‘Walk Carefully’ on Broadcast Regulation
Citing the FCC’s obligations to maintain public interest in broadcasting, Trusty struck a tone similar to Chairman Brendan Carr.
AI
Commissioner Gomez Calls for Stronger Efforts to Close the Digital Divide
FCC Commissioner Anna Gomez urged stronger action to ensure all communities have access to affordable broadband.
Meta
‘Jawboning’ Debate Resumes over Big Tech and Government Power
Both parties pointed at the other for coercing online platforms.
Spectrum
FCC Plans November Vote on Upper C-band Proposal
The agency said it would seek comment on auctioning up to 180 megahertz.
FCC
Shutdown Likely to Pare Back FCC’s November Meeting
Commissioners clash over whether to continue votes as most FCC staff remain furloughed.
Digital Inclusion
FCC Adopts Higher Rate Caps for Prison Phone Service
The agency also proposed satellite licensing changes.
FCC
FCC Moves to Scale Back Broadband Label Requirements
The commission also moved to delete nearly 400 'outdated' regulations from rulebooks.
Robocall
Former FCC Commissioner, Wireless Group Oppose Michigan Robocall Crackdown
State warned the bill could invite costly and overlapping litigation.
Expert Opinion
Ray Diaz: How Broadband Connects Tribal Communities to Broader Opportunities
Despite federal funding efforts, 24 percent of Americans on Tribal lands still lack broadband access, limiting economic opportunity and essential services.
Digital Inclusion
FCC to Nearly Double Call Rates for Prison and Jail Inmates
Vote expected Tuesday could raise rates by 83 percent, advocates say.
Spectrum
FCC Plans to Overhaul Rules Governing Upper Microwave Spectrum
A diverse coalition called for a light licensing approach to open idle frequencies.
Spectrum
EchoStar, FCC in Talks to Resolve AWS-3 Auction Lawsuit
EchoStar fears it could be on the hook for shortfall payments if the re-auction doesn't fetch enough cash.
China
Senate Passes Bill Calling Scrutinizing Ownership of FCC Licensees
The bill would require an annual list of license holders owned in part by the Chinese government, among others.
FCC
Advocates Urge FCC to Preserve Broadband Transparency Labels
Groups met with commissioners ahead of Oct. 28 vote.
