Wesco Webinar
November 19, 2024: Demystifying BABA Compliance in the BEAD Program
A webinar that will help explain the ins and outs of Build America Buy America compliance.
Tribal
Centranet Demos 50 Gig Broadband to Oklahoma Tribal Community
The Sac and Fox Nation connected to 50 Gbps in a pilot test
Infrastructure
Nokia Self-Certifies Buy America Compliance for BEAD
The NTIA recently announced self-certification process for domestic manufacturing requirement on federally funded projects.
BEAD
Final BEAD Proposals Will Be Quicker, NTIA Deputy Says
NTIA deputy says the agency has 'learned a lot' when it comes to approving state proposals.
Briefs
Nokia, Frontier Test 100G PON
The trial ran broadband on 100G, 50G, 25G, and 10G PON simultaneously.
Fiber
Google, Nokia Successfully Test 50G PON
The test is the first live network demonstration of 50G PON technology in the U.S.
Fiber
AccessPlus, Hong Kong Broadband Adopt Nokia Next Generation PON
The companies claim the new technology will increase fiber optic capability of their networks.
Expert Opinion
To BEAD or Not to BEAD? For Rural Providers, the Time to Decide is Now
Are you prepared to watch a competitor bring fiber optic infrastructure into your service area?
Briefs
Nokia Touts First Products Compliant With Build America, Buy America Act
The chips are expected to give users faster services and help broadband reach homes and workplaces
Chips
Addressing 'Rip and Replace' Shortfall Takes Center Stage at E&C Committee Hearing
Members emphasized fully funding reimbursements mandated by the Secure and Trusted Communications Networks Act.
BEAD
Gina Raimondo Addresses Broadband Supply Chain Issues Ahead Of BEAD Rollout
Gina Raimondo responds to concerns that Build America requirements negatively impact the broadband supply chain.
5G Wireless
Network Slicing Could Harm Consumers And Competitors, Group Says
An open internet advocacy group sent a letter to the FCC urging them to regulate network slicing
FCC
Broadband Providers Should Prepare Now for BEAD Applications
The WISPAPALOOZA panel outlined key BEAD rules for small providers and WISPs to be familiar with.
Commerce
NTIA Waives 55 Percent Cost Requirement for Fiber Electronic Components
Manufacturers can self-report products are Buy America compliant to be included on NTIA public list.
COVID
Broadband Builds Will Continue to Ramp Up, Predict Experts
More broadband investment will result in overbuilding of networks.
Commerce
NTIA Releases Waiver of Buy America Rules; Still Requires Fiber Electronics Made in USA
Manufacturer Nokia claimed its fiber-optic electronics equipment will meet Build America, Buy America rules.
