Infrastructure

Infrastructure

Ting Says Public-Private Partnerships Key to Closing Connectivity Gaps

Ting said government partnerships with ISPs to fill connectivity gaps and improve adoption rates.

Infrastructure

CostQuest to Supply FCC Broadband Map After Watchdog Denies Contract Appeal

The Government Accountability Office rejected LightBox’s bid to protest CostQuest’s award to build the map.

Infrastructure

American Library Association Concerned With Burdensome Infrastructure Bill Reporting Requirements

The organization is concerned that access to federal money will come with burdensome reporting.

Infrastructure

NTIA Listening Session Hears Wireless Versus Fiber, Electromagnetic Health Concerns

Callers claimed they are ‘electromagnetic field refugees.’

Infrastructure

6G Will Rely on Improved Security, Trust in Supply Chain and Open-Source Standards, Report Says

The ATIS report outlines major steps that need to be taken to “ensure North American wireless leadership.”

Infrastructure

Applicants for Infrastructure Bill Money Should Get to Know State Broadband Offices

Those interested in federal money should engage in outreach, build solid teams, Broadband.Money head Jase Wilson said.

Infrastructure

National Urban League CEO Says Infrastructure Bill and Latimer Plan Will Help Close Digital Divide

The plan addresses availability and adoption of a high-speed internet connection for disadvantaged communities.

Infrastructure

White House Touts Over 10 Million Registered Households on Affordable Connectivity Program

The program, previously the Emergency Broadband Benefit, was extended by the infrastructure bill.

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Windstream’s Georgia Investment, Meta’s Mega Losses, Starlink Premium

Kinetic, a Windstream business, is plowing millions for broadband expansion in Georgia.

Infrastructure

Commerce Secretary Says Expect More Accurate Broadband Maps This Summer

Accurate maps will allow federal dollars to target unserved and underserved areas.

Infrastructure

With State Plan and Federal Funds, California in Good Position to Close Digital Divide

Ernesto Falcon of the EFF says the state’s current plans, assisted by the IIJA, will connect everyone in the state.

Infrastructure

AT&T Speeds Tiers, Wisconsin Governor on Broadband Assistance, Broadband as Public Utility

AT&T now has a 5 gigabit speeds for residential and business customers in 70 additional markets.

Infrastructure

Infrastructure Bill Brings New Focus on Decision Making at Community Level

Funneling of infrastructure funds through states differs from Obama-era broadband programs.

Infrastructure

FCC Chairwoman Rosenworcel Shares Proposal to Promote Broadband Competition In Apartment Buildings

If adopted, the FCC’s regulations would increase broadband options for tenants.

Infrastructure

Infrastructure Money Must Go to Better Networks — Even If in Areas with Existing Infrastructure

Some are warning that federal infrastructure money should not go toward subsidizing old networks.

Infrastructure

Treasury Department’s Final Rule Uses Less Restrictive Language to Qualify for Broadband Funding

Treasury Department departed from its original proposed rule, granting recipients flexibility on broadband download and upload speeds.