
Indoor Location Gaps and FirstNet Reauthorization in Public Safety Discussion
Technology stakeholders say 3D positioning and indoor mapping are at an inflection point.

ChatGPT Allegedly Advised Florida Gunman Where and When to Shoot Last Year
Florida AG James Uthmeier launched an investigation and subpoenaed OpenAI on Tuesday.

Negative Impacts of Higher Power Operation on the Citizens Broadband Radio Service
As a result of increased power levels, the diverse and fast-growing array of operators using the CBRS band today would be reduced to a fraction.

House Appropriators Move to Block NextNav Proposal
Siding with 900 MHz incumbents, lawmakers said they fear interference from the company’s proposed system.

Officials Shift Data Center Strategy to Win Community Support
States are pushing developers to engage communities, improve facility design, and take on infrastructure costs.

On Permitting, Delaware's Democratic Governor Gets Praise from Conservative Analyst
Governor is trying to reduce state's permitting backlog.

States Reconsider Data Center Tax Incentives
Bills in 28 states seek to scale back or modify existing incentive programs.

NextNav Cleared for More Coexistence Tests
Stakeholders think the FCC is nearing a notice of proposed rulemaking related to PNT systems.

April 23, 2026: CBRS Under Threat
How high-power risks dismantling shared spectrum and upending the U.S. businesses it powers

Legal Tech Valuations Surge In 2026 Because of AI
Legal software spending stands at roughly $40 billion today amidst a trillion-dollar legal services industry.
Industry Leaders Urge Congress to Boost Chip Policy to Win AI Race Against China
House Democrats slam Trump administration for undermining the Biden-era CHIPS and Science Act.

New Mexico Broadband Office Likely to Downsize After BEAD
Colorado and Texas officials said their broadband offices would focus on other programs with current staff.

States Working on Finalizing BEAD Contracts, Beginning NEPA Reviews
Most states now have approval to sign grant agreements with ISPs under the program.
Silicon Valley Progressive Democrat Calls for ‘New Social Contract’ for AI
Does not support moratorium on data center construction proposed by fellow progressives Bernie Sanders and AOC.

Alabama Governor Signs Measure Freezing Power Rates
Critics say the measure was weakened from its original intent, limiting oversight.

Opposition Toward OpenAI Brings Two Violent Attacks on CEO’s Home
Two incidents in four days at Sam Altman’s San Francisco residence highlight AI backlash.

Sangamon County, Illinois, Approves $500M Data Center After Heated Debate
Critics warn the project could strain local resources while offering limited long-term benefits

Georgia AG Chris Carr Ready to Shoot at Drones to Stop Prison Cellphone Smuggling
Prison contraband crackdown effort expands beyond jamming as drones draw scrutiny.

Anchorage Blocks New Data Centers in ‘Residential Zones’
The ordinance adopts a new land use policy and environmental disclosure requirements for data centers.

Ookla: U.S. Digital Divide Narrows in 43 States
Aggressive broadband expansion in late 2025 extended fiber access to 60 percent of U.S. homes.

California Hearings on Charter-Cox Deal Approaching
Evidentiary hearings are set for April 20-24 on the $34.5 billion deal.

Wisconsin Town Votes to Restrict Tax Incentives for OpenAI Data Center
The referendum reflects growing local backlash to large-scale AI infrastructure projects.

Missouri Lawmakers Fear AI BIll Could Jeopardize Non-Deployment Funds: Report
States with ‘onerous’ AI laws are set to be ineligible for the funding – $900 million in Missouri’s case.

Political Battle Over Data Centers Turns Violent in Indianapolis
About thirteen shots were fired at Indiana councilman’s home after he voted in support of a data center rezoning measure

How Direct Communications Launched Mobile with gaiia
Direct Communications’ mobile launch shows how modern OSS/BSS architecture can unlock new service categories without slowing down the business.

NextNav Says FCC Should Ignore Opposition, Move Ahead on Rulemaking
Several industry groups have cited harmful interference risks and public safety concerns.

Democrats See Georgia's Failure to Curb Data Centers as an Electoral Gift
Efforts to pass stricter regulations or limit tax breaks stalled before lawmakers ended their annual session Thursday.

Deadline Set for Comments on FCC’s Lifeline Reform
Stakeholders have until May 4 to weigh in on proposed anti-fraud and eligibility rules.

California Activates Nation’s Largest Middle-Mile Network, Connecting Tribal, Rural Areas
The Bishop Paiute Tribe is the first to access the state’s $3.2 billion broadband effort spanning 8,000 miles of fiber.

IQ Fiber Invests $150 Million for Delaware Fiber Internet Buildout
Under the state’s Permitting Accelerator, the plan will be streamlined under a priority broadband designation.

States Race to Win the Tech Economy in 2026 State of the State Addresses
Here’s what 30 governors said about broadband expansion, AI growth, and online child safety.

April 9, 2026: Bridging the Digital Divide
A partnership between a city and a school district to Bridge the Digital Divide

Newsom Signs Executive Order to Strengthen AI Safeguards, Clashing with Federal Policy
Order aims to curb bias, rights violations, and misuse in state AI contracts.

21 State Attorneys General Call for ‘Multiple Means Necessary’ to Stop Prison Drone Smuggling
These states want federal agencies to give them ‘appropriate authority to address this modern threat.’

NTIA Planning to Finish BEAD Approvals by May
New notices of funding for the agency’s Tribal programs would come in late spring or early summer, a spokesperson said.

Alaska Broadband Office Approves $629 Million in BEAD Awards
The state released project-level funding details as it moves toward final federal approval.

Experts Say Data Centers Face Permitting, Economic, and Community Support Obstacles
As data centers continue construction, some are facing local government ordinances and other challenges.

Photos from the BEAD Implementation Summit
Coming on Monday for Breakfast Club Members... Videos from the BEAD Implementation Summit!

States Push to Redirect BEAD Excess Funds Toward Public Safety Gaps
Panelists also discussed their largest broadband deployment obstacles.
What to Expect at the BEAD Implementation Summit 2026
Wednesday's BEAD Implementation Summit builds upon prior events in 2025 and late 2023.

Connecticut Law to Require Affordable Broadband for Eligible Households
The state’s new law, taking effect Oct. 1, will require a low-cost plan at $40 per month.

Conservative Advocacy Group Says FCC Should Review GCI Liberty’s DEI Policies
Before the FCC reviews GCI’s requested ownership shift, the advocacy group says GCI’s DEI policies must end.

Sens. Murkowski, Sullivan Celebrate Alaska’s BEAD Approval
Funds are expected to bring high-speed internet to more than 46,000 homes and small businesses across the state.

Virginia Officials Debate Whether It's Time to Scrap Tax Breaks for Data Centers
Virginia senators are pushing to curtail a 5.3% tax break for data centers

Surf Internet Raises $407 Million Through Fiber Network Financing
Investor demand supports expansion across the Great Lakes region.

More Speakers, Sponsors Confirmed for BEAD Implementation 2026
The BEAD Implementation Summit 2026 is set for March 18 at the National Press Club, from 12 Noon ET to 5 p.m. ET.

GCI Liberty CEO Says Universal Service Fund Is Essential for Alaska
GCI receives 40% of its $1 billion in annual revenue from the Universal Service Fund

City of Bellevue In Iowa to Sunset Cable TV, Citing Streaming Network Competition
Bellevue’s broadband network will continue to operate.

Bill Revoking State-Run Lifeline Eligibility Introduced
The bill could impact Oregon and Texas, the remaining two states with their own Lifeline verification process.

FCC Seeking Public Comment on Malone's Effort to Control GCI Liberty
Investor John Malone applies to gain more than 50% voting control of Alaska’s largest telecom provider.

NextNav Suggests CalChiefs Was Misinformed By Interest Groups
CalChiefs and nonprofit Wi-Fi Alliance oppose NextNav's GPS project, citing public safety concerns.

BEAD Plans Approved: $736 Million for Washington and $629 Million for Alaska
Now 47 states have received NTIA approval, and 35 have cleared NIST review.

National Press Club Ballroom is Venue for BEAD Implementation Summit on March 18
Broadband Breakfast announces interactive CHAT community spaces for Presenters, for Breakfast Club Members, and for Event Participants

Who Will Provide Telecom Service When Copper Networks are Gone?
Both panelists said they support fiber as the preferred technology for the transition.
Charter Warns California Delay Could Jeopardize Cox Merger Timeline
Federal merger clearance expires Sept. 15, 2026 if state review lags.

AT&T, Cal Advocates Reach Partial Deal on California Copper Retirement
The two agreed companies should be able to decommission infrastructure in exchange for fiber deployment commitments.

240-Mile Network to Expand High-speed Dark Fiber in Indianapolis
The project will allow expansion of data centers, artificial intelligence and more.

California Fire Chiefs Withdraw Initial Support for NextNav
The fire chiefs voiced strong support in May 2025 for NextNav’s new technology, before shifting gears just last month.

Newsom Appoints John Reynolds to Head California PUC
Christine Harada also joins as newest commissioner, while current CPUC President Alice Reynolds steps down.

Research Experts Claim CPUC Broadband Competition Report to be Misleading
The CPUC’s claim that increased broadband competition could save Californians $1 billion is facing pushback.

Rep. Greg Landsman to Speak at BEAD Implementation Summit
Keynotes join panels: State broadband roundtable, technology choices in BEAD, using remaining BEAD funds, and capital constraints on financing

FCC Proposes More Lifeline Vetting
The agency also moved to expand private broadband use in the lower 900 MHz band.

Illinois Bill Seeks Broadband Price Caps for Low-Income Customers
The bill would direct the Illinois Commerce Commission to set broadband price protections for low-income residents.

FCC Investigating Lifeline Providers as Advocates, Dems Push Back Against Increased ID Verification
The agency is set to vote Wednesday on a proposal that would seek comment on increased verification measures for the program.

GCI Says Timing of $120M Provisional BEAD Award Uncertain Amid Federal Review
The company reported 1,200 lost broadband subscribers in the quarter, for a total of 151,200 subscribers

Arielle Roth Says NTIA Won’t Allow State Rules to Undermine BEAD Success
NTIA Administrator Arielle Roth was also questioned on screen time use in schools.

Author of California AI Legislation Calls Trump Executive Order 'Outrageous'
Wiener explains that his landmark state AI legislation faced backlash and roadblocks, but ultimately is a win for AI regulation.
NTIA Administrator Arielle Roth to Keynote BEAD Implementation 2026
Roth's leadership comes at a pivotal moment, as states' BEAD deployments are firmly in the implementation phase.

Panel Discusses Responsible AI Implementation in Local Government
Hosted by the CDT, representatives discussed recommendations and examples in state and local government use of AI.

Orbiting the Divide: How LEO Satellites Are Transforming State Broadband
What Broadband Offices Need to Know About Performance, Policy, and Oversight

Williston, Florida’s $4.6 Million City-Owned Fiber Network To Go Live Soon
The network will serve all 3,433 residents with gigabit speeds at $49.99-$75/month.

WISPA Warns Against Arizona Bill Targeting Chinese Technology
The introduced bill could potentially harm Arizona’s small ISPs and rural communities, the trade group argued.

A Guide to Modernizing an ISP Tech Stack: Every Decision You’ll Need to Make Along the Way
This guide is a practical, step by step playbook for operators moving from legacy OSS/BSS to a modern stack.

CBRS Could Be Key to Scaling Fixed Wireless Broadband
Panelists said the mid-band spectrum enables lower-cost broadband in areas where fiber is difficult to deploy.

Service Providers and California Officials Warn BEAD Builds Won’t Solve Affordability
Providers cited payment instability and post-construction costs, while officials urged an Affordability Connectivity Program replacement.

Next-Generation Wireless Access in Dense Urban Markets
From company's HQ, Tarana Wireless CEO Basil Alwan cited higher network capacity even under heavy interference

Idaho Gets NIST Approval to Advance Broadband Deployment
Idaho, Washington, Nebraska detailed mixed-technology builds and non-deployment priorities

Legal Hurdles Await Trump's AI Executive Order
If states file suit, Trump’s attempt to force states to abandon 'onerous' laws regulating AI will likely fall short in court, argues expert.

FCC to Vote on Lifeline Reform Next Month
FCC chair says only Americans ‘living and here legally’ should qualify for Lifeline benefits.

State Attorneys General to FCC: Don’t Preempt AI Laws
The agency asked whether to consider AI laws as part of a broader preemption effort.

SpaceX Doesn’t Want BEAD Payments Tied to Subscriber Milestones
That’s how most states would prefer to disburse the company’s grant awards.

Broadband Breakfast Announces Agenda for March 18 BEAD Implementation 2026
Early Bird Rate of $245 available until March 1, 2026!

Vanderbilt Report Argues for 'Dig Once' Policies to Reduce Fiber Instillation Costs
Requiring states to lay conduit during road construction would save 70-90% of fiber installation costs, says report

Warnock Calls for Release of Nearly $1B in Georgia BEAD Funding
The letter demands that the Trump Administration release the already appropriated funds.

Your Guide to the Most Important Broadband Conferences of 2026
Broadband Breakfast has assembled a list of the most important broadband conferences of 2026.
Nokia Secures Altafiber Contract to Expand Fiber Networks in Ohio and Hawaii
Nokia will deploy 25G PON and advanced optical technologies to support Altafiber’s multi-gig broadband expansion across the Midwest and Hawaii.

California Launches Privacy Tool Aimed at Blocking Sale of Personal Data
Platform allows Californians to send a single request to hundreds of data brokers to delete and stop selling personal information.

State Broadband Officers Still Face Delays in BEAD Approval, Implementation
Approvals by the National Institute of Standards and Technology are delaying deployment, officers said, although most don’t expect long permitting delays

California Expands Broadband Access with $21 Million in Last Mile Funding
Four grants will benefit nearly 64,000 residents, businesses and institutions

Ted Hearn: An Appreciation of Rocco Commisso
Rocco's personal history was compelling and heroic for its rags-to-riches, only-in-America quality and charm

Gigabit Competition Could Save Californians $1B Per Year, Says CPUC
Locations with more gigabit providers tend to have lower promotional prices, report finds.

Colorado, Wyoming Clear NIST Approval on BEAD Plans
June policy changes pushed deployment back by 18 months in Colorado, the state's broadband director said.

Privacy Challenges Are Looming Behind AI Regulation, Say FBCA Panelists
Hosted by the Federal Communications Bar Association, the event featured lawmakers and aides from Connecticut, Massachusetts and Colorado

California Public Utilities Commission Approves Verizon-Frontier Merger
The deal is now expected to close on Jan. 20, and diversity policies issue resolved.

AT&T Approved to Discontinue Service at More Than 30% of Copper Footprint This Year
The company wants to decommission much of its copper by the end of 2029.

GCI Fiber Line Break Repaired After Alaskan Blizzard
An undersea fiber break was repaired in Alaska, pointing to concerns over GCI outages and subsea connectivity.

Kansas Awards $6.7M in Broadband Grants
The state’s broadband acceleration grant program awarded funds to five ISPs in Kansas to boost access for rural communities.

VR Headsets Are 'Hope Machines' Inside California Prisons, Offering Respite and Practical Experience
Prisoners are now taking regular trips to far-flung, exotic locales such as Thailand. No passport required, just a virtual reality headset.

Verizon: Proposed Deployment Requirements for Frontier Deal Too Expensive
A proposed approval would require the company to deploy to all locations served by 88 rural wire centers.

CES2026: On AI and Energy, It's Nevada vs. Alaska
Two American frontier governors highlight energy, business climates and federal land control as a strategic advantage.
