An Ookla speed test analysis found speeds were increasing at larger WISPs, but were mostly below federal benchmarks.

At annual industry gathering, wireless industry leaders cite progress in Washington and state capitols.

Technologies besides fiber often fail to meet Priority Broadband Project requirements, even as defined by the June 6 policy notice.

An annual series of the year's top 12 stories in broadband.

While an excellent tool for many applications, fiber is far from the only, or even optimal, solution for every broadband access challenge.

The Director of 5G and wireless for OmniOn Power, discusses the current and future use cases of 5G broadband.

The company added 354,000 fixed wireless subscribers in the most recent quarter, leaving the company with 3.4 million such customers overall

'Broadband without boundaries' trade group seeks net neutrality exemption for ISPs with 250,000 subs or fewer.

At WISPAmerica, wireless ISPs decried impact of the Federal Communications Commission rules.

When it's a matter of life and death, it's all about wireless internet, says the author.

ACA Connects, the Rural Broadband Association NTCA, and WISPA issued a joint statement against them.

Fixed wireless technology is future proof in its own right, the author argues.

Capacity planning and different congestion algorithms can improve users’ experience without adding speed.

Advocacy on high-cost thresholds could help fixed wireless providers get BEAD funds.

The group’s policy heads said they are advocating to include unlicensed wireless.

Problems accessing poles could delay fiber builds funded by the Broadband Equity, Access and Deployment program.

Will the program’s matching funds requirement stretch federal dollars, or hinder smalller providers?

How will prior broadband programs impact BEAD Implementation?

What’s next for BEAD implementation?

When President Biden talks about his economic program, the CHIPS Act is the star of the show.

Fixed wireless should not be overlooked, according to an industry panel of providers at Broadband Communities Summit.

The NTIA is on the cusp of announcing the award winners to the states by June 30, 2023.

Advances for the green economy in the Inflation Reduction Act rely upon smart grid infrastructure.

Our comprehensive report examines the extremely timely issue of content moderation and Section 230 from multiple angles.

Starry said the bankruptcy will put it in a better position to continue offering service.

Will providers be required to use equipment that is not readily available within the United States?

The Broadband Breakfast Report for January 2023 lays out the things to know about the challenge process.

Broadband Breakfast presents the first of its annual '12 Days of Broadband' series about the top 12 stories of the year.

Broadband Breakfast is tracking planned BEAD connections by technology

Broadband Breakfast is tracking fixed wireless access subscriptions.

Broadband Breakfast is tracking wireline broadband subscriptions.

Broadband Breakfast is tracking wireline and wireless broadband subscribers by technology.

‘The only way to get that density is to get fiber out there. That allows you to get more subs with your wireless.’

Hurdles WISPs face include defining reliable service, regulatory burdens, and financial requirements, experts say.

Wisper CEO Nathan Stooke said the attitude to connect more Americans should be to let the “best technology win.”

Zumwalt’s tenure will begin on June 1.

Critic cites RDOF program as an example of bias toward fiber.

Aiken helped elevate the profile of the wireless association in Washington.

Many WISPs are no longer merely “wireless” internet service providers, but offer fiber-optics in a hybrid solution.

At our October 13, 2021, event, we’ll discuss trends toward hybrid technology and government grants by WISPs.

The Las Vegas trade show Wispapalooza 2021 is back from October 11-October 14, 2021, and it’s bigger than ever.

Start Your Own ISP founder discusses how WISP technology enables rural communities to access broadband.

WISPA holds first trade show in two years, which touched upon broadband infrastructure, mapping, spectrum and other topics.

The Federal Communications Commission’s over-the-air reception devices (known as OTARD) rules limit local governments’, homeowner associations’ and condominium boards’ oversight authority over certain antennas and satellite dishes for certain size specifications. In the Primary Purpose Report and Or

September 23, 2020 – Individuals representing different facets of rural broadband – traditional telecom companies, rural electric utilities, wireless providers and state regulators – on Thursday voiced concerns about aspects of the federal government’s rural broadband programs. Many of these players

Broadband in the U.S.A.: Every state and territory

Lariat.net, a wireless internet service provider in Laramie, Wyoming, announced that it will offer free internet service to telehealth providers helping those with the novel coronavirus. Although no one has been confirmed as being infected in Wyoming so far, Lariat said it is preparing for a wide-sp

The Citizens' Broadband Radio Service pioneered a new model for shared spectrum.

Twenty-two rural, education and public interest groups sent a letter on Tuesday urging Congress to ensure that the Federal Communications Commission’s plan to reallocate C-Band spectrum benefits rural and low-income Americans who currently do not have broadband access. Congress has “a unique opportu

WASHINGTON, July 2, 2019 — Allocating more radio-frequency spectrum to smaller providers will make the most difference in helping America to close the digital divide, said speakers at last week’s summit of the Dynamic Spectrum Alliance. The summit brought together policymakers, regulators, academia,

WASHINGTON, June 12, 2019 — Congress should make it easier for small wireless internet service providers to acquire spectrum and deploy broadband in rural areas, said speakers at a Wednesday panel hosted by the Wireless Internet Service Provider Association. Fixed wireless’ cost-effective deployment

BROADBAND BREAKFAST INSIGHT: Here, Microsoft is taking the initiative to address the communications failures and other challenges in Puerto Rico. Microsoft is aiming to use its particular variant of TV “white spaces” to allow greater communication capabilities during a time of widespread power outag

WASHINGTON, June 2, 2017 – The Wireless Internet Service Providers Association and 17 other organizations and companies on Thursday urged the Federal Communications Commission to finalize rules governing the Citizens Broadband Radio Service. “We write today to encourage the FCC to remain committed t

Open access networks are becoming more real for gigabit connectivity in the United States.

BROADBAND BREAKFAST INSIGHT: This development highlights that Google Fiber isn’t done with fiber builds — just exploring new methods and models with which to carry forward. || Google Fiber officially selects Louisville, KY to run its new gigabit play, from Tech Republic: Google Fiber has confirmed t

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The 'Data Centers, Nuclear Power and Broadband Summit' took place on March 27, 2025.

American energy production has increased substantially over the past few years.

As data centers proliferate, Nuclear Energy is potentially ready for a revival.

Cryptographic technologies and blockchain ledgers are driving a new era of decentralized finance.

The rapid rise of cloud computing and artificial intelligence has placed an unprecedented strain on America’s energy grid.

Fiber-optic technology is the gold standard for home or commercial broadband, and powers wireless connectivity, too.

Mobile communication has become a central part internet connectivity.

The internet has the potential to impact, and also to enhance, society's democratization.

Section 230 is sometimes called the 26 words that created the internet.

Whether broadband providers may prioritize delivery of bits by the entities they own is a divisive topic.

Open Access networks separate network operations from internet services. Ownership may also be separate from operations.

The pandemic has prompted a new era of funding for broadband infrastructure.

Because Rural America is often the least-connected region in the country, ensuring coverage is central to BEAD.

Wireless technologies are critical for mobile communications, and for being able to reach remote locations.

Satellite broadband remains an option those areas beyond the reach of fiber, terrestrial or mobile wireless.

The Universal Service Fund, codified in 1996 with the Telecommunications Act, remains the foundation of universal access.

Data Centers and Cloud Computing rely upon robust and high-speed upload and download internet speeds.

Tribal leaders say the federal government has failed to uphold its trust responsibility for the health, safety and welfare of Native American tribes.

The 5G wireless standard promises breakthrough in capacity, speed and dynamic spectrum-sharing capabilities.

We need humans to make digital inclusion work.

Technology, particularly broadband access and adoption, plays a vital role in K-12 and secondary education.

The innovations of telehealth and mobile health care has transformed medicine and health care.

Ensuring that emergency communications are enabled with broadband is the next frontier in public safety.

Broadband internet service allows many people to work from almost anywhere.

Digital locks and keys are necessary, but not sufficient, to ensure cybersecurity.

The scourge of robocalls is making America's once-vaunted telephone network less trustworthy.

The BEAD program is implemented by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration of the U.S. Commerce Department.

The last three years have seen a dramatic increase in the number of communities building publicly-owned, locally controlled infrastructure.

The entire concept of privacy has been transformed by broadband and the internet.

Accurate broadband mapping and data has been central to America's broadband buildout.

Cities of the future rely on high-speed internet access and advanced fiber and wireless connectivity.

The infrastructure necessary for advanced energy also powers the infrastructure necessary for high-speed internet.

Self-driving cars are one of many advances to come for smart cities and communities.

Drones and airborne transportation are one of many advances to come for smart cities and communities.

Antitrust has been re-invigorated by concern over the power of big technology, media and telecom companies.

Artificial intelligence is poised to transform humans' relationship with technology, and each other.

Social media plays a powerful force in the lives of most adults and teenagers.

Debates about the role of free speech have been transformed by broadband internet services.

Semiconductors are the world’s new oil.

Whether licensed, unlicensed or shared, radio frequency spectrum is the critical resource for wireless communication.

The Fiber Broadband Association represents the interests of fiber builders.