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The BEAD Changes Are Here: Tech-Neutrality Touted as “Benefit of the Bargain”
The BEAD changes require states to select the lowest-cost applicants, whatever technology they use. New scoring criteria have been imposed.
Are Fiber and Fixed Wireless the New PB&J?
Karsten Gewecke says fixed wireless and fiber are comparable technologies, but he has concerns about satellite broadband.
California Affordable Internet Bill Advances to State Senate
The legislation would provide needy California residents with affordable home internet service at no more than $15 per month.
House Subcommittee Debates Moratorium on AI Regulation
One argument says Congress needs time to develop AI infrastructure regulation before states and localities limit AI functions.
Assessing USF Fees to Cloud Providers Could Cost Billions in GDP: Report
The report doesn’t address any of the ways increased funding for the USF could grow the economy, but predicts a rash of negative outcomes.
FCC Undercounts People Without Broadband: Report
The report says 65% of addresses audited can’t order a 100/20 Mbps broadband plan today, even though the FCC says they are served by fiber.