Public Safety
More Lawmakers Call for Terrestrial GPS Backup
Four Republicans warn FCC to proceed with caution as it explores GPS alternatives
Public Safety
Ensuring that emergency communications are enabled with broadband is the next frontier in public safety.
Public Safety
House Lawmakers Push for Upgraded 911 Networks
Bills propose federal grants for next-gen 911, enhanced satellite alerts, and improved FCC reporting
Social Media
House Panel Advances 18-Bill Kids’ Online Safety Package
Democrats warn the proposals would override stronger state privacy laws.
Public Safety
Rep. Fulcher Presses FCC to Move Faster on GPS Backup
New filings deepen debate over terrestrial GPS alternatives.
Public Safety
NextNav Urges FCC to Advance Rulemaking on 5G-Based GPS Backup
Public safety leaders split over NextNav’s bid for a 5G based GPS backup
Public Safety
First Responders Back FirstNet Reauthorization as 2027 Sunset Nears
Survey finds 93% of first responders support extending the First Responder Network Authority.
Public Safety
Chinese-Made Buses Can be Halted Remotely: Norwegian Transport Operator
Buses made by Chinese manufacturer Yutong can be stopped or rendered inoperable remotely, Ruter AS finds.
Infrastructure
California Bill Tightens Scrap-Metal Rules, Raises Theft Penalties
Backed by cities, utilities, and broadband groups statewide
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
Public Safety
Comcast’s Executive Discusses Network Vandalism ‘Crisis’ in Seattle
Michael O’Rielly and Rhonda Weaver urge stronger protections for Seattle’s broadband infrastructure.
Satellite
SpaceX’s Starshield Satellites Detected Transmitting on Unauthorized Bands
The discovery raised concerns about potential interference with scientific and commercial satellites
NCTA
NCTA Spotlights Broadband Recovery Efforts in Post-Disaster Film
Technicians described navigating dangerous terrain and personal loss while repairing damaged networks
Public Safety
FCC Boots Hong Kong Telecom, Citing China Ties
The action followed broader crackdowns on Chinese carriers and blacklisted Huawei and ZTE equipment.
Public Safety
New York City Sues Social Media Companies for Triggering Mental Health Crisis
The lawsuit linked social media to deadly youth trends like 'subway surfing.'
Social Media
Instagram Says It's Limiting Teens to PG-13 Content
Meta announced that Instagram will restrict teenagers to PG-13 content by default, requiring parental permission to change settings.
Public Safety
Verizon in Los Angeles and Charter in North Carolina Hit by Network Vandalism
The outages underscored growing concerns about the physical security of broadband networks
