Open Access
Gigapower Exec Pitches Value of Open Access Networks to Maximize BEAD Money Efficiency
The open access model allows multiple ISPs to use the same infrastructure. That could benefit Gigapower.
Open Access
The open access model allows multiple ISPs to use the same infrastructure. That could benefit Gigapower.
FCC
Nearly $50 million will go to middle mile projects in four states.
Digital Inclusion
The effort is aimed at raising awareness about federal internet subsidies among housing assistance recipients.
The ECF funds will go to 184 schools and 13 libraries serving over 100,000 students.
Tribal Broadband
Feedback could help Tribes improve future funding applications and expand broadband infrastructure.
Infrastructure
Manufacturers can self-report products are Buy America compliant to be included on NTIA public list.
Rural
Announcement includes investments in 22 states for 100 * 20 Mbps speeds.
Expert Opinion
States must overcome numerous hurdles before BEAD will be able to succeed.
Digital Inclusion
Digital Equity projects will be an ongoing effort for many states.
Digital Inclusion
The benefit would go beyond tribes to other high cost locations.
Expert Opinion
A strong fiber bias in broadband funding means that underserved communities remain at risk of being left behind.
Funding
Preference will be given to applications that are cost effective.
Funding
The program instructs applicants on best practices to write winning grant applications.
Infrastructure
States are facing increasing costs and difficulties in deploying IIJA-backed broadband projects.
Infrastructure
Support from the Broadband Equity, Access and Deployment last mile program may cover middle mile gaps.
Infrastructure
The event will examine how domestic procurement requirements will impact a historic wave of federal funding for infrastructure.