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Tom Stroup: Under New BEAD Reforms, Satellite Connectivity Deserves Equal Consideration

Broadband Breakfast

Earlier this month, the Department of Commerce’s National Telecommunications and Information Administration issued a Policy Notice instituting critical reforms to the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment program. Satellite broadband offers compelling advantages that complement, rather than compete with, fiber’s strengths.

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FCC Advances 37 GHz Spectrum Sharing for Next-Gen Connectivity

VoIP Review

This initiative aims to promote various applications like wireless backhaul, broadband, and IoT services while enhancing the capacity of mobile networks. Originally, although the rules were first adopted in 2016, exclusive licensing requests were not entertained, delaying framework finalizations until now.

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India to Prove 5G Use Case Model, Starting With Villages: Telecom Minister

Telecom Talk

Speaking on World WiFi Day at a conference held in New Delhi, organised by the Broadband India Forum (BIF) on June 24, the Minister said the pilot will be rolled out in 13 villages across multiple states, marking a deliberate move to demonstrate the transformative potential of 5G technology in rural India. .”

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Tata Play Fiber High Value Plans Explained

Telecom Talk

Along with the broadband plans, customers also get free landline service with unlimited voice calling. These connections are highly secure and come with free static IPv4 and landline service. Tata Play Fiber has several OTT (over-the-top) bundled broadband plans too. From high value, Tata Play Fiber means super high speed.

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UK Altnets Eye M&A, Diversification Amidst Competitive Pressures

VoIP Review

In the rapidly evolving UK broadband market, a recent study by Neos Networks reveals a significant business trend among alternative network providers, commonly known as Altnets. Nearly all respondents (98%) indicated they are planning to diversify their services beyond traditional broadband offerings.

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Michael Powell Stepping Down as CEO of NCTA

Broadband Breakfast

NCTA is unique—working at the intersection of broadband innovation and creative video content has been an extraordinary experience,” Powell said in a statement. Through this role, he guided the broadband and entertainment industries through rapid transformation. Powell, designated Chairman by President George W.

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Charter to Acquire Cox in $34.5 Billion Deal Creating Largest US Broadband Provider

VoIP Review

This merger will create the largest cable and broadband provider in the United States, surpassing Comcast in subscriber numbers. Winfrey highlighted the combined entity’s potential: “Cox and Charter have been innovators in connectivity and entertainment services. This transaction includes a combination of $21.9