Broadband Breakfast

APRIL 18, 2025

FCC Chair Brendan Carr has recently launched several probes into companies whose diversity initiatives allegedly constitute “invidious discrimination” under federal law - and signaling that such practices could jeopardize approval of pending mergers. Broadband Breakfast on April 16, 2025 - DEI ≠ M&A?

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Broadband Breakfast

APRIL 3, 2025

WASHINGTON, April 3, 2025 – Amazon plans to launch its first batch of operational Project Kuiper satellites on April 9 – a first  step in the company’s effort to build a satellite-based broadband network.    The launch is scheduled for 12 p.m. Other rivals include OneWeb and China’s SpaceSail.

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Broadband Breakfast

APRIL 30, 2025

In an interview, senior manager of government relations for the Security Industry Association, Lauren Bresette , told Broadband Breakfast the proposal would force entire systems offline, devastating millions of door locks, fire alarms, and public safety systems​ “These are low power radio frequency [devices].

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Broadband Breakfast

MARCH 31, 2025

WASHINGTON, March 31, 2025 – The largest owner of low-power TV stations in the country is asking federal regulators to allow datacasting on the 5G broadcast standard, and potentially sunset the sector’s obligation to provide at least one free signal viewable on traditional TV sets.

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Broadband Breakfast

OCTOBER 9, 2024

9, 2024 – With billions in federal broadband funding at stake, Ookla is calling on the Federal Communications Commission to get serious about real-time data, warning that outdated maps could misdirect funds away from communities who need it most. WASHINGTON, Oct.

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Light Reading

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

GCI said it will shift more resources toward broadband and mobile. GCI, Alaska's largest cable operator, will shut down its pay-TV services by mid-2025, including its app-based Yukon TV streaming platform.

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Broadband Breakfast

MARCH 21, 2025

billion Broadband, Equity, Access, and Deployment program, a divide has emerged in provider participation. The applications propose to cover 5,200 broadband serviceable locations, representing roughly 55% of the state’s total 9,500 unserved locations.

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Broadband Breakfast

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

WASHINGTON, September 16, 2024 – In the United States, before there were extensive broadband open access networks, there were simply municipal broadband networks.   And more than a third of those municipal broadband communities offer open access networks to their citizens.

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Total Telecom

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

The site’s strategic location in Glen Nevis, a popular area that attracts over 400,000 visitors annually, is crucial for addressing coverage gaps, particularly in ‘shadowed’ areas where the natural terrain had previously blocked signals. Join us at next year’s Connected North, 23-24 April in Manchester.

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Broadband Breakfast

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

billion Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment program. In a letter to Senate Commerce Committee Chairman Ted Cruz , R-Texas, Hegar shot at the BEAD program’s low-cost broadband requirement, calling it an example of impermissible rate regulation.

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VoIP Review

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

Air Wireless introduced a new twist to the DOCSIS technology, offering wireless broadband services to cable television and broadband providers. This innovation enables quick expansion for companies aiming to deliver data or broadband services to their customers.

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VoIP Review

AUGUST 28, 2024

The recent partnership between CityFibre and Sky has sparked varied reactions about its implications for the UK’s broadband market, especially for the incumbent, BT. Despite these challenges, the CityFibre–Sky deal signals confidence in altnets, especially larger ones. CityFibre, the largest altnet, has managed to cover 3.8

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Broadband Breakfast

JANUARY 21, 2025

Now that the lengthy legal beef has been settled and New York’s  Affordable Broadband Act is set to take effect this month, it marks a potentially pivotal moment in a national effort to address one of the biggest barriers to broadband adoption:  Affordability.

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Broadband Breakfast

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

Were readers of this publication to present at a telecom conference on the topic of broadband reliability, outages might not be top of mind.  More pointedly, in today’s technology-centric ecosystems, to not have broadband means the real potential for societal catastrophe. 

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Broadband Breakfast

AUGUST 26, 2024

WASHINGTON, Aug 26, 2024 – A new government audit found the management of a major broadband subsidy complied with government requirements, but costs have risen over the last six years. Despite mostly supporting broadband, the USF is still funded by fees levied on interstate voice revenue.

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ACT Corp

AUGUST 12, 2024

Some people are unsure about the difference between what is WiFi signal strength and WiFi signal speed or the factors that impact these aspects. To address these concerns, it's important to clearly distinguish between signal strength and signal speed to diagnose and resolve WiFi issues effectively.

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Broadband Breakfast

DECEMBER 30, 2024

New Hampshire is getting the gift that keeps on giving: $191 million in federal money to put every last residence and business in the state within reach of broadband internet service over the next five years. Get Broadband Breakfast's free daily newsletter every morning, Mon.-Fri. Want top news about tech and politics?

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Broadband Breakfast

JANUARY 13, 2025

Broadband trade groups and advocates both joined the agency in asking the Supreme Court to uphold the fund’s legality. WASHINGTON, Jan. 13, 2025 – Telecom court battles often pit industry associations against consumer advocates, but not in the case of the Federal Communications Commission’s Universal Service Fund.

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ACT Corp

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

Are you confused about the difference between broadband and satellite internet? Understanding Broadband Internet What is Broadband Internet? Broadband internet refers to a high-speed internet connection that allows users to access the internet at faster speeds than traditional dial-up connections.

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RCR Wireless

MARCH 13, 2025

Commerce Secretary Lutnik signaled in an interview with Broadband Breakfast on March 5th, 2025 that the U.S. He elaborated that it could mean that homes get broadband through satellite instead of fiber. We want the lowest cost broadband access to […]

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Total Telecom

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

MetTel is now delivering its award-winning SD-WAN broadband service over Starlink , enabling a whole new range of applications and expanding the definition of a “network.”

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Telecoms Infrastructure Blog

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

The other approach, championed by pureLiFi is to use Light Based Communications to let the signal pass from outside to inside. One of the interesting and impressive demos at #MWC24 was from pureLiFi ( @purelifi ) and Solace ( @SolacePower ) to send the signal from outdoors to indoors, powered through glass.

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Broadband Breakfast

AUGUST 12, 2024

Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit  agreed Friday to pause consumer groups’ effort to require Internet Service Providers to contribute to a multibillion broadband subsidy program run by the  Federal Communications Commission. It remanded the issue to the FCC, which has signaled an intent to appeal.

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Airtel

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

Airtel, one of India’s leading telecom providers, has embraced this technology to deliver exceptional broadband speeds to its customers. This narrow core allows the light to travel in a straight line over long distances without much signal loss or distortion.

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Broadband Breakfast

DECEMBER 3, 2024

FarrPoint estimates that improved broadband internet connectivity could generate over $70 million in direct economic benefits for the county over the next 15 years. People demand broadband Ask anyone what it takes to stay, move, or invest in a rural area, and high-speed broadband consistently ranks alongside housing, healthcare, and jobs.

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ACT Corp

OCTOBER 15, 2024

In a world where we game with pals, and juggle video calls faster than you can say “buffering,” understanding how broadband speed is measured has never been more crucial. Comprehending broadband speed is the foundation of all online enchantment. What Is Broadband Speed? Now, "What is a good broadband speed Mbps?"

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Broadband Breakfast

JANUARY 3, 2025

3, 2025 – The National Telecommunications and Information Administration issued new guidance Thursday to enhance state access to federal broadband funding for alternative technologies like low-Earth orbit satellites. Several states have already signaled their intent to work with satellite providers under BEAD. WASHINGTON, Jan.

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VoIP Review

MARCH 17, 2025

This setup multiplexed two 800 GbE signals to achieve the 1.6 The trial utilized innovate technologies: open-source white box switches powered by Broadcom chips and optical transponder kits from Ciena. Tbps speed. The trial also integrated Coherent transceivers, which facilitated cross-office connectivity over the long-distance route.

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ACT Corp

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

Are you tired of experiencing slow internet speeds on your PC and want to check how fast your broadband connection really is? How to Know Broadband Speed The easiest way to check your broadband speed on your PC is by using online broadband speed test tools.

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Broadband Breakfast

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

LAUSD, serving over 500,000 students, echoed this in its petition Friday, urging the FCC to allow cellular broadband service to be eligible for E-Rate funding without requiring a hotspot device.  Devices without such service or non-hotspot Wi-Fi-enabled devices were excluded from support.

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Broadband Breakfast

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

. "I was made aware of the sale when I received a notice in the mail from TDS indicating the upcoming changes," Mayor Eaves told Broadband Breakfast. "To As cord-cutting becomes the new norm, the demand for reliable high-speed broadband and alternative media options has become increasingly critical.

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Broadband Breakfast

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

and Ian Heath Gershengorn argued that any unilateral attempt by the Commission to treat broadband internet access service (BIAS) as a common carrier service under Title II of the  Communications Act of 1934  would be a “wasted effort.” This Expert Opinion is exclusive to Broadband Breakfast. Verrilli Jr.

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Broadband Breakfast

AUGUST 6, 2024

The FCC, which oversees the annual $8 billion broadband subsidy program, has also signaled intent to appeal the Fifth Circuit decision. FCC Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel said the agency will “pursue all available avenues for review.”

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VoIP Review

NOVEMBER 28, 2024

The UK government has introduced three groundbreaking satellite projects to enhance broadband accessibility for the nation’s remotest regions. It features portable terminals merging LEO and GEO satellite signals to achieve gigabit speeds.

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ACT Corp

OCTOBER 21, 2024

As the world leaps into virtual fun, broadband internet serves as the core of modern entertainment. In this article, we will dive into the role of Internet in virtual festivals, the importance of fast broadband, and handy tips for fixing common internet problems. Yet challenges like slow internet can spoil the enjoyment.

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Paloalto Networks

MARCH 2, 2025

They unlocked opportunities for mobile broadband and video streaming. While the 5G standard includes strong security features, like user authentication, privacy, encryption and some protection for signaling traffic, these are not designed to detect or stop advanced threats in mobile traffic.

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Broadband Breakfast

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

  NextNav’s proposal would see the company swapping its current holdings in the band for a single nationwide license for 15 MHz of the band – 902-907 MHz for uplink and 918-928 MHz for downlink – to support its geolocation network and 5G broadband.

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