Democracy
Gomez Warns FCC Being ‘Weaponized’ Under Trump Administration
‘This FCC has been weighing in on partisan issues that go far beyond our core responsibilities,' she said.
Democracy
Sen. Markey Warns of Authoritarian and Corporate Threats to Internet Freedom
‘Don’t be fooled,’ Markey said: Trump’s 'free speech' crusade is actually a campaign for more censorship.
Broadband's Impact
Gosar Bill Would Roll Back Big Tech’s Immunity in Moderating Content
With Trump back in office, Republicans revive concerns about Section 230.
AI
Global Energy Analyst: ‘Nuclear is Making a Comeback’
Expects tech companies to play a key role in nuclear investment
Trump Vance Administration
Musk Uses X Ownership and White House Status to Intimidate Detractors
'This is a combination of economic, media and political power that I believe has never been seen before in any democracy.'
FCC
Chairman Carr Adds to FCC’s Senior Staff
Speech-focused attorney Adam Candeub named FCC General Counsel
Infrastructure
Comcast Introduces New ‘Ultra-Low’ Latency Internet Connectivity
Application will be implemented in Apple, Meta, Nvidia, and Valve technologies
Digital Inclusion
Equity on the Line: Telecom’s DEI Dilemma
FCC ends DEI priorities after Trump’s executive order, leaving telecom’s equity mandates in limbo.
AI
Trump Rescinds Biden's Executive Order on Artificial Intelligence
In distinguishing himself from former President Joe Biden, Trump takes a different approach to AI safety.
Free Speech
TikTok Goes Dark, Restarts After Executive Order Commitment From Trump
TikTok said it was restoring service after President-elect Donald Trump said he would issue an executive order ensuring service.
Energy and Commerce
Supreme Court Upholds TikTok Sell-or-Ban Law
Biden leaves TikTok’s fate to Trump as the divestiture deadline approaches Sunday.
Social Media
Meta Scraps Fact-Checking Program Ahead of Trump’s Inauguration
The platform will shift to a user-driven moderation model inspired by X.
CES 2025
CTA’s Shapiro Finds Tariffs to be Taxing
Hikes on imports from China would likely reduce consumer tech spending, the group said.
Justice Department
As Biden’s Antitrust Chief Exits, Will Trump Keep the Momentum?
The DOJ’s antitrust division saw record enforcement under Kanter.
SpaceX
Broadband Breakfast Person of the Year: Elon Musk
In our view, without Musk’s support, Trump would not have won the presidency.
Defense Department
What Does Big Tech Hope to Gain From Warming Up to Trump?
Wish list includes clearing the way for AI development, easier energy for data centers, changing the antitrust discussion and fending off EU.
