Leveraging BEAD 'Non-Deployment' Funds for Permitting Reform
NTIA may allow states to use BEAD non-deployment funds for permitting reforms and pole-attachment programs to accelerate broadband deployment.
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NTIA seems to clarify that SpaceX can't flout BEAD rules
After a leaked rider from SpaceX revealed an effort by the company to exempt its Starlink service of some BEAD requirements, new NTIA guidance suggests that won't be allowed and advises caution when states are reviewing contracts.
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Rural economy strengthened as Grant and LaSalle homes and businesses gain broadband access
The project was funded through the Granting Unserved Municipalities Broadband Opportunities (GUMBO) 1.0 program
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2026 Charles Benton Digital Equity Champions Awards
We gather at this moment to celebrate some dedicated, talented people, but to also be inspired by them and use that spark to carry on our work
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2025 Global Satellite Broadband Performance Report
Low Earth Orbit satellites are upending the market for space-based internet services across virtually every corner of the globe.
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Internet Access Services: Status as of December 31, 2024
This report summarizes information about Internet access in the United States as of December 31, 2024, as collected by FCC Form 477 and the Broadband Data Collection (BDC).
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Voice Telephone Services: Status as of December 31, 2024
In December 2024, there were 471 million retail voice telephone service connections in the United States.
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Space Bureau Accepts For Filing SpaceX's Application for Orbital Data Centers
SpaceX seeks authority to launch and operate a new satellite system of up to one million satellites
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FCC Chairman Carr's Response to Senator Cruz Regarding the Federal Lifeline Program
Concerns about Lifeline participants
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FCC Chairman Carr's Response to Senator Cantwell Regarding Network Security
Strong opposition to his effort to roll back the FCC's ruling to secure telecommunications networks
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Sens Gallego, Moreno Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Crack Down on Online Scam Ads
The Safeguarding Consumers from Advertising Misconduct (SCAM) Act
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Sens Warren, Wyden, Blumenthal Call on Federal Regulators to Investigate Meta, Google, NVIDIA “Reverse Acqui-hire” Deals
In “de facto” mergers, Big Tech firms license technology, siphon top talent from smaller rivals
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Oregon's BEAD Final Proposal Approved, Unlocking Historic Broadband Investment Statewide
Oregon will achieve 100% broadband coverage in BEAD-eligible locations with 19 awardees and 313 total projects
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