Open RAN Technology Could Play Key Role in Narrowing Digital Divide

Generic radio components could provide the flexibility and versatility needed to bring broadband access to those in need.

Experts Debate Merits of Open Access Models on Broadband Breakfast Live Event

Keller and Heckman Partner Jim Baller says model could lead to a race to the bottom, but UTOPIA CEO disagrees.

Senate Commerce Urges Facebook Probe, Chinese Export Restrictions, Microsoft IoT Security Survey

Senators are concerned over Facebook’s practices for advertising and hate speech moderation.

Free Speech Advocates Contemplate International Human Rights Obligations on Big Tech

Experts want corporations held to standards for the volume of information on their platforms.

Industry Participants Discuss Security, Benefits of Internet-Connected Devices

Experts weighed the benefits and risks of internet-connected devices.

Critics Concerned Infrastructure Bill Money Will Go to Satellites, Harm Fiber Builds

The infrastructure bill's tech neutrality is concerning critics who say money will go to satellite, not enough to fiber.

Frances Haugen, U.S. House Witnesses Say Facebook Must Address Social Harms

The former Facebook employee-turned-whistleblower said the company must be accountable for the social harm it causes.

Advocates Call for Universal Service Fund to Include Broadband Revenues

Letter cites Carol Mattey report, which recommends broadening the base.

Experts Warn Against Total Repeal of Section 230

Panelists note shifting definition of offensive content.

Facebook Lobbying Congress on Blockchain Policy

The registration comes after the company rebranded to Meta, taking it beyond its social media origins.

Eighty Civil Society Groups Ask for Swift Confirmation of FCC, NTIA Nominees

The groups sent a letter emphasizing the need for internet access expansion ahead of Wednesday confirmation hearings.

Biden Signs Chinese Equipment Ban, Aviation on C-Band, Michael Copps Op-Ed

The newly signed bill puts the U.S. on the offensive against Chinese companies such as Huawei and ZTE.

Commerce Secretary Raimondo Emphasizes Affordability, Fiber in Infrastructure Bill Press Briefing

Raimondo said to expect relatively quick turnaround on broadband affordability and job creation, longer timeline on fiber buildouts.

Experts Caution Against One Size Fits All Approach to Content Moderation

Cost of moderation another factor as to why some experts say standardized content moderation policies may not work for all.

FCC Approves Boeing LEO Satellites, Esri Pilots Broadband Data Program, ‘Dystopian’ Metaverse

Boeing jumps into increasingly competitive but nascent LEO broadband race.

Despite General Satisfaction with E-rate Program, Tribal Libraries Are Being Left Behind

Tribal community leaders are concerned over the effectiveness of outreach methods the FCC uses to fund broadband in tribal libraries.

Social Media Companies Noncommittal on Bipartisan Calls for Changes to Content Regulation

Platform representatives did not commit to legislation that would increase online protections for kids.

Blockchain Experts Debate Just How Much Internet Needs to Change

Congressional Internet Caucus panelists split over how prepared the internet is for changes from new technologies.

Why the Multiple Dwelling Unit May Well Be the Next Battleground of Broadband Access

Broadband Breakfast interviews Pierre Trudeau, president and chief technology officer of Positron Access, about reaching multi-tenant units.

House Passes Ban on Chinese Equipment, 3.45 GHz Auction Reaches Reserve Price, Against a ‘Wi-Fi Tax’

Bipartisan Senate bill clears the House, FCC auction prices climb higher, tech groups oppose newly proposed fee