Spectrum
FCC Plans November Vote on Upper C-band Proposal
The agency said it would seek comment on auctioning up to 180 megahertz.
FCC
The Federal Communications Commission is the regulator of telecommunications, television, wireless, cable, satellite and radio-frequency spectrum in in the United States.
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The commission also moved to delete nearly 400 'outdated' regulations from rulebooks.
Robocalls
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.
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
