AI
A Global AI Safety Strategy Depends on Cooperation. China and U.S. Each See the Other as the Problem
Any AI agreements might be superficial but a possible start to something larger.
Fiber
House Republican Introduces Bill to Extend Broadband Deployment Deadlines
The bill would extend the timeline for broadband infrastructure projects to Jan. 1, 2028.
Cybersecurity
Trump Signs Downsized AI Cybersecurity Order
A 90-day review window became 30 days after the president rejected his own draft last month
Ohio
Ohio Line Extension Program Nears Close with Funding Still Available
More than $200,000 in funding remains as the June 30 deadline approaches.
Cybersecurity
Trump Cancels Cybersecurity-Focused AI Executive Order Hours Before Signing
'We're leading China, we're leading everybody,' Trump said, 'and I don't want to do anything that's going to get in the way of that lead.'
permitting
Barrasso Bill Would Increase Broadband Access on Federal Lands
The lawmaker’s bill would allow broadband projects to bypass some environmental and historical reviews.
Treasury Department
U.S. Treasury to Wind Down Capital Projects Fund
Internal communication says new CPF plans must be submitted by May 21, 2026.
Treasury Department
Conservative Groups Push for 35% Boost in FTC Funding
The advocacy group leaders highlighted major settlements and accomplishments as reasons for expanding budget.
Expert Opinion
Evan Swarztrauber: How NTIA Can Avoid a BEAD Slush Fund
With $21 billion in BEAD savings up for grabs, NTIA must resist industry pressure and ensure remaining funds stay true to the program's digital divide mission.
SEC
Senators Introduce Bill Requiring Transparency on AI Job Losses
The legislation would create new reporting rules to track automation’s impact.
Expert Opinion
Dean Bubley: After Budget Bill, Do No Harm to CBRS and 6 GHz
The budget law leaves CBRS and 6 GHz unprotected — raising concerns about disruption to Wi-Fi, enterprise and rural broadband services.
SpaceX
Senator Demands Answers from Musk About Asia-Based Crypto Scams
SpaceX leader asked to explain Starlink's role.
COVID
Tim Stelzig: Explaining BEAD, Trying to Bridge the Digital Divide
Some areas that are relatively easier to serve have received multiple rounds of federal investment, while others perpetually remain left behind.
Congress
Thune: More Congressional Review Act Votes Coming
Wi-Fi hotspots CRA still pending.
LEO
Texas Broadband Architect Hegar Slated to Become Texas A&M Chancellor
Hegar expects to return nearly $1 billion in BEAD money to the U.S. Treasury
NTIA
Texas May Return $1 Billion in BEAD Funding to Treasury
Comptroller Hegar might want to spend some of it on 'non-deployment' purposes
