Broadband Live
Broadband Breakfast on February 12, 2025 - The Future of Affordable Broadband
Broader GOP signals suggest major changes ahead for Biden-era connectivity programs.
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, Past FCC Leaders Urge Supreme Court to Uphold USF
In all, 29 lawmakers and eight former FCC commissioners signed the briefs.
Digital Inclusion
SpaceX Asks to Shield Starlink from New York’s $15 Broadband Law
Starlink claims it serves 'fewer than 20,000 households' in the state, qualifying for an exemption.
Broadband Live
Broadband Breakfast on February 5, 2025 - Next Steps for Spectrum Auction Renewal
At stake is the future of 5G deployment and potential spectrum sharing with military radar systems.
Cybersecurity
FCC Names Participants in Cybersecurity Pilot Program for Schools and Libraries
The program will provide $200 million to strengthen cybersecurity systems for schools and libraries.
BEAD
O’Rielly: Too Late for NTIA to Pivot from Pro-Fiber Approach
Shifting away from fiber may not be practical.
BEAD Data
FCC’s Broadband Mapping Fabric Will Now Drive Other Agency Programs
FCC’s new mapping fabric will drive Rural Digital Opportunity Fund 'true-up'.
Cybersecurity
FCC Adopts Cybersecurity Rules in Wake of Salt Typhoon
The incoming chair dissented from the order.
FCC
Trump Taps Senate Staffer Olivia Trusty to Cement GOP Majority at FCC
Trusty's legislative work has spanned broadband mapping and protection of free speech online.
Cox Communications
Cox Announces RDOF Shortfalls in Three States
ISP did not reach its buildout milestones in Louisiana, Nebraska, and Arizona.
Cybersecurity
Carr Slams 'Biden FCC' for Last-Minute Vote on Cybersecurity Measure
The vote centered on a controversial cybersecurity proposal introduced just weeks before Rosenworcel’s departure.
Energy and Commerce
Chairman Guthrie Suggests BEAD Changes Afoot
Complains not a single American has been connected under the BEAD program.
Digital Inclusion
Cruz to Introduce CRA Resolution Targeting FCC’s E-Rate Rule
Part of a 'lengthy list' of Biden-era rules Republicans plan to overturn using CRA.
988 Lifeline
'Top Hits' From Jessica Rosenworcel’s Farewell FCC Meeting
Biden FCC chairwoman reflected on four years of achievements.
Expert Opinion
BEAD Program’s Success Hinges on Reform
Eliminating the program seems unlikely, considering the NTIA is already far along in awarding grant money to the states.
Pole Attachments
Pole Attachment Delays Vexing West Virginia Broadband Projects
The state, which has its own pole attachment regulations, is considering a rapid response team similar to the FCC's.
