Big Tech
Public Knowledge Pushes for Digital Platform Regulator
Proposal weighs feasibility of creating an independent commission, executive agency, or standards body.
FCC
The Federal Communications Commission is the regulator of telecommunications, television, wireless, cable, satellite and radio-frequency spectrum in in the United States.
Broadband Live
Broadband Breakfast on April 30, 2025 - Accelerating U.S. Leadership in Wi-Fi
Technologies like Bluetooth and Wi-Fi have changed how Americans access the internet.
Broadband's Impact
Trade Groups Ask FCC to Loosen Engineer Certification, Broadband Label Rules
The agency had requested input on rules it could consider repealing.
FCC
Trump Administration Pushes Deregulation
President Trump targeted anti-competitive regulations, aimed to promote growth
Ziply
Twenty-one States Push to Scrap Carrier-of-Last-Resort Laws
Telecom leaders call mandates to maintain copper a barrier to next-gen broadband.
precision agriculture
Precision Agriculture Requires 'All-of-the-Above' Connectivity Approach, Experts Say
Agricultural connectivity requirements differ fundamentally from residential broadband needs
Satellite
Reverse SpaceX Direct-to-Cell Power Level Waiver: EchoStar
The FCC allowed SpaceX to user higher power under its deal with T-Mobile.
Broadband Live
Broadband Breakfast on April 23, 2025 - Are Independent Agencies Constitutional?
Is the long-established structure of an independent agency a safe option anymore?
FCC
NAB to FCC: Online Video Streamers Causing Loud Commercials
TV stations are complying with CALM Act, NAB says.
Broadband Live
Broadband Breakfast on April 16, 2025 - DEI ≠ M&A?
What constitutes an 'invidious' DEI policy in regulators' eyes?
FCC
Stick With Fiber, Rural Providers Tell Washington
Rural broadband providers urged federal officials to stay the course on prioritizing fiber in BEAD.
SpaceX
Amazon Delays Kuiper Satellite Launch Due to Weather
The rocket, carrying 27 Kuiper satellites, was grounded due to weather conditions
Soros
FCC to Vote on Modernizing Foreign Ownership Rules
The agency has faced calls to address foreign influence in media and advertising.
Defense Department
FCC Nominee Olivia Trusty Vows to Balance DoD-Industry Spectrum Demands
During nomination hearing, Trusty pledges to protect universal service while advancing next-gen connectivity.
SpaceX
Starlink and DOGE: The $42 Billion Conflict of Interest in Rural Broadband
This combination casts doubt on the government's ability to be truly 'technology neutral'.
Section 230
TAKE IT DOWN Act Passes House Commerce, But Not Without a Fight
Democrats warn the law will fall flat without a functional FTC to enforce it.
