Digital Inclusion
FCC to Nearly Double Call Rates for Prison and Jail Inmates
Vote expected Tuesday could raise rates by 83 percent, advocates say.
FCC
The Federal Communications Commission is the regulator of telecommunications, television, wireless, cable, satellite and radio-frequency spectrum in in the United States.
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.
Expert Opinion
Aiden Buzzetti: Broadcast Innovation is the Key to Balanced News
This article argues that NextGen TV technology could help local broadcasters compete against Big Tech and preserve independent local journalism.
Telecom Regulators Embrace AI to Modernize Governance and Network Management
FCC and NTIA officials detail efforts to integrate AI across agency operations.
FCC
FCC to Advance New Rules on Satellites, Robocalls, and Prison Calling Rates
Commissioners will vote on nine proposals across key telecom sectors.
AI
Analyst: Amazon Web Services Outage Exposes Limits of Cloud Self-Regulation
Layton urged Big Tech to be held accountable and contribute to FCC programs.
Public Safety
Sen. Scott Urges FCC to Revoke Chinese Drone Approvals Citing National Security Risk
Sen. Scott sees potential to strengthen the U.S. economy through stricter actions against China
Spectrum
Carriers, Airlines Say 180 Megahertz of Upper C-band Could be Auctioned Safely
Satellite video distribution services would need to be compressed or relocated.
Chinese Manufacturer Says FCC Lacks Authority to Expand Import Bans
Dahua warns the FCC’s proposal could block imports of devices previously authorized for U.S. markets.
Expert Opinion
Steve Lang: The Path to Victory in Shanghai at the World Radiocommunication Conference
China won the right to host the 2027 World Radiocommunication Conference in Shanghai, giving it home-field advantage in shaping global wireless spectrum regulations.
FCC
Chinese Testing Labs Oppose FCC Decertification
The agency has been barring labs owned in part by the Chinese government from its equipment authorization program.
Spectrum
AT&T, EchoStar: Spectrum Sale Won’t Harm Competition
AT&T wants the extra airwaves to boost its fixed wireless service.
Senate Commerce Moves to Boost Foreign Investment in High-Tech Sectors
Committee also advances bill to counter cybersecurity risks in oil and gas pipelines.
