by Pivot
Author: Randy Sukow
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FCC opens 900 MHz spectrum to modernize broadband networks for utilities
The transition to the new FCC rules will require some coordination with existing 900 MHz spectrum licensees to prevent interference.
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FCC proposes rules to stop fraudulent Lifeline support in certain states
An FCC report found that the Lifeline program paid about $5 million to 117,000 deceased subscribers between 2020 and 2025.
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NTIA BEAD listening session attracts strong views on non-deployment funds
NTIA heard from about 50 speakers suggesting everything from broad spending discretion to returning $21B of the BEAD funds to the Treasury.
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FCC celebrates faster, new unlicensed devices in the 6 GHz band
FCC Chairman Brendan Carr praised former Chairman Ajit Pai for backing an order to open 1200 MHz of 6 GHz spectrum in 2020.
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Data center analysts suggest need for regulation to control hyperscaler costs
Efforts to modernize the FCC’s Universal Service Fund program could offer a direction for hyperscaler regulation.
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FCC schedules vote to create new class of unlicensed 6 GHz devices
The new 6 GHz devices the FCC is paving the way for, such as AR/AI glasses, could operate interference-free at higher powers.
