Expert Opinion
Bruce Kushnick: An Open Letter Calling for a Debate with the Group Digital Progress
The authors propose a debate using the Verizon NY 2025 Annual Report, and other pertinent facts
Infrastructure
Verizon Fiber Expanding as Bain, Tillman Invest $1.5 Billion in Eaton
Analysts expect more deals ahead for Verizon
enforcement
CTIA Wants Supreme Court to Again Review Decisions Upholding Carrier Fines
The rulings expanded FCC data privacy rules and made it easier for the agency to issue huge fines, the group said
AI
Ookla: Geographic Location Impacts Cloud Responsiveness
The company found that location and infrastructure density impact cloud latency across the U.S.
Satellite
Amazon Looking to Launch 5,100 Satellites for Direct-to-Device
The service would be supported by exclusive spectrum acquired from Globalstar
Earnings
Verizon Inks $1 Billion Fiber Deal with Google
Fiber
House Dems Oppose FCC Preempting Calif. Copper Rules
AT&T wants the agency to grant preemption and allow it to discontinue copper service in the state
Wireless
Ookla: T-Mobile Receives Best Mobile Network in First Half of 2026
The ISP was also awarded fastest mobile and 5G networks
Wireless
GOP Lawmakers Want FCC to Require Phone Unlocking
The agency has had an open rulemaking on the issue since 2024
Wireless
Verizon to Cut 500 Jobs, Sell 274 Stores
The company reports second quarter results July 24
Wireless
Ookla: AT&T Standout Performer in 2026
The company found the three major carriers are increasing download speeds and investing in 5G networks.
People
Sampath Named Zayo CEO
The former Verizon consumer group CEO will take over Sept. 1, 2026
California
GOP Candidate for California Governor Dings FCC, AT&T on Effort to End California Landline Obligations
Steve Hilton, endorsed by President Trump, urges the FCC to let state regulators preserve AT&T’s voice services for rural Californians.
enforcement
Verizon, T-Mobile Want Refunds on Location Data Fines
They asked the Supreme Court to send the issue back to lower courts
Spectrum
FCC Approves T-Mobile-Grain Spectrum Swap
AST SpaceMobile told the agency it was 'well-positioned' to deploy the spectrum for direct-to-device
Cybersecurity
FCC Expands Covered List Ban
The agency also granted another waiver under its router ban, as requests keep coming in
