Public Safety
FAA Proposes $70K Fine Against Verizon Over Battery Shipments
The aviation regulator claims Verizon failed to disclose shipment of hazardous materials.
Digital Inclusion
Lack of Data Makes Evaluating NY Affordability Law Difficult: Benton
The act went into effect a year ago, but participation rates are unclear.
Wireless
AT&T Launches Bundled Internet and Wireless Plan, Intensifying Competition
The new offering targets Comcast and Charter, while pressuring rivals Verizon and T-Mobile.
Spectrum
Grain Looking to Market 800 MHz for Direct-to-Cell
The investment firm is buying the spectrum from T-Mobile.
Wireless
Judge Grants Verizon Request to Block T-Mobile Ads Targeting Switchers
AT&T and T-Mobile are engaged in a separate lawsuit over the issue.
enforcement
Two Former FCC Chairs Defend Agency’s Fine Powers
The Supreme Court will hear arguments on the issue on April 21.
Spectrum
SpaceX Looking to Participate in AWS-3 Auction
The satellite company is already buying unpaired AWS-3 licenses from EchoStar, which it plans to use for its direct-to-cell mobile service.
Spectrum
CBRS Proponent Studies: Changes to Shared Band Would be Disruptive
Two reports say increased power levels or relocating users would have negative consequences.
enforcement
Without Fines, FCC Rules May Go 'Effectively Unenforced,’ Agency Says
Major wireless carriers are fighting the agency’s ability to issue fines in a legal battle before the Supreme Court.
Kyle Malady
Ajit Pai: The Big Lesson from Barcelona is AI and Wireless Are Converging
MWC reinforced that AI and wireless connectivity are inseparable, and that U.S. leadership in both hinges on smart spectrum policy and outpacing China.
Wireless
AT&T Claims T-Mobile Uses Deceptive Advertising, As Legal Fight Continues
AT&T filed its revised complaint and requested injunctive relief.
Wireless
Verizon Closes Starry Acquisition
New Street foresees a deceleration in fixed wireless growth.
Satellite
Wireless Carriers Not Worried About Competition from SpaceX
The satellite company sent leaders to MWC this week to tease plans for its Starlink Mobile service.
Satellite
Iridium Opposed to Ligado-AST SpaceMobile Deal
The incumbent fears interference from planned direct-to-cell service.
Wireless
Fixed Wireless a Part of Convergence Plans
‘Convergence can be either fixed wireless or fiber,’ Verizon CEO Dan Schulman said.
enforcement
Major Telecom Trade Groups to Supreme Court: FCC Can’t Fine Us
The high court will hear arguments on the issue in April
