July 2025

The FTC, America’s AI watchdog, is losing its bite

Most Americans encounter the Federal Trade Commission only if they’ve been scammed: It handles identity theft, fraud, and stolen data. During the Biden administration, the agency went after artificial intelligence companies for scamming customers with deceptive advertising or harming people by selling irresponsible technologies.

Sponsor 

New York State Equity Network

Date 
Tue, 08/05/2025 - 08:00 to 17:30

The NYSDEN Annual Conference brings together practitioners, policymakers, funders, and grassroots organizations to explore bold solutions for expanding digital access and opportunity in every region.



Sponsor 

KeystoneREN and KINBER

Date 
Thu, 10/16/2025 - 08:15 to Fri, 10/17/2025 - 16:30

At KINBERCON, leaders from diverse backgrounds and sectors will convene to drive a transformative movement towards a more inclusive and innovative digital future. We unite individuals representing the most dynamic public, private, and nonprofit organizations to collaborate and shape the future of sustainable innovation in Pennsylvania.   



FCC Adopts New Pole Attachment Rules to Speed Deployment

This week, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) approved updates to its pole attachment rules aimed at accelerating broadband deployment. I’m about to lose you as I write the next two words—pole attachments—but, if you’ll kindly unglaze your eyes, this is a crucial issue in efforts to ensure broadband networks reach everyone in the U.S.