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FCC Space Bureau Chief Highlights Role of LEO Satellites in Broadband Expansion

Broadband Breakfast

WASHINGTON, March 20, 2025 — As demand for global connectivity increases, low-Earth orbit satellite broadband is emerging as a key player in bridging the digital divide. "Broadband revenue and subscribers grew by 40% and 27% respectively [.] "I think that we are in a much different place," Schwarz said. "What

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Brazil targets more effective nationwide emergency response

Total Telecom

Motorola Solutions will integrate multiple existing land mobile radio (LMR) systems and add new mission-critical Push-to-X (MCX) broadband services to enhance interagency interoperability and access to data applications to better protect Brazil’s communities.

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Japan’s KDDI signs up for Starlink’s direct-to-device satellite connectivity

Total Telecom

The au Starlink Direct service allows au smartphones to directly connect to the Starlink satellite that supports direct telecommunications, enabling connectivity wherever there is a sight of sky, even outside the coverage area. The service can be used to communicate with family members and friends, in emergencies, etc.,

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House Commerce Republicans Reject Efforts to Expand Broadband Affordability

Broadband Breakfast

27, 2025 – House Energy and Commerce Committee Republicans blocked efforts to expand Congressional oversight of broadband affordability and the Federal Communications Commission, during a contentious 12-hour markup session Tuesday. “Unfortunately, this committee's oversight plan only prioritizes broadband availability.

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Canada’s CRTC Opens Fibre Networks of Large ISPs to Smaller Competitors

Telecom Talk

The Canadian regulator CRTC (Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission) has decided to extend the fiber networks of large ISPs (Internet

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Spectrum Offers $25,000 Reward For Fiber Optic Vandals

Broadband Breakfast

Alex Minard , vice president and lead legislative counsel at NCTA, reported 4,000 acts of vandalism in a three month period at a Broadband Breakfast Live Online panel in March. Learn more about Speeding BEAD Summit What is Broadband Breakfast? The internet provider has set up a tip line at 833-404-8477.

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Vodafone and AST Launch SatCo for Space-Based Connectivity

VoIP Review

A significant development in telecommunications has emerged with the launch of SatCo, a joint venture between Vodafone and AST SpaceMobile. This new entity aims to deliver comprehensive space-based cellular broadband connectivity across Europe. Key to this partnership is enhancing digital sovereignty in Europe.