Telecom Talk

JULY 24, 2025

Under the policy, a push for home fixed broadband is also focused on. The government wants that over 100 million homes should get fixed broadband and around 1 million new jobs should be created in the sector. ” The policy is now open for public consultation.

Telecoms

Broadband Breakfast

MARCH 20, 2025

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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Telecoms Tech News

MARCH 27, 2025

Semtech has achieved a breakthrough in fibre broadband with the launch of its new asymmetric 50G PON OLT chipset. This industry-first solution is fully-compliant with International Telecommunication Union (ITU) standards and comprises the GN7161, GN7153BW, and GN25L80B chipsets.

Telecommunication

Telecom Talk

JUNE 10, 2025

The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India ( TRAI ) has issued official notices to Reliance Jio and Bharti Airtel over alleged discrepancies in subscriber data reporting, according to a report by NDTV Profit citing Department of Telecommunications (DoT) sources.

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Broadband Breakfast

MARCH 1, 2025

WASHINGTON, March 1, 2025 - Industry associations and local officials are raising alarms about a surge in copper theft and vandalism targeting telecommunications networks, warning that these crimes threaten public safety and disrupt essential services. "Over a three-month period where we focused on our survey.

Television

Telecom Talk

JUNE 9, 2025

The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has written to all state governments and Union Territories, urging them to prioritise the services of state-run telecom operators Bharat Sanchar Nigam Ltd ( BSNL ) and Mahanagar Telephone Nigam Ltd (MTNL) for internet, broadband, landline, and leased line requirements.

Telecoms

Broadband Breakfast

JULY 10, 2025

WASHINGTON, July 10, 2025 – Enhanced federal data collection was needed to strengthen broadband program design and reduce connectivity barriers, a report published Tuesday by the Pew Research Center declared.  Department of Agriculture. 

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Broadband Breakfast

MAY 23, 2025

As a result, Federal Communications Commission Chairman Brendan Carr is working to fortify American telecommunications networks and counter foreign adversaries’ cyber aggression. The Council will serve as a central node for addressing policy matters at the intersection of technological innovation and national security. 

Cable

Broadband Breakfast

APRIL 29, 2025

The connectivity challenge in rural areas According to the International Telecommunication Union, barely 19% of residents in underdeveloped regions have internet access, compared with 87% in more advanced economies. This Expert Opinion is exclusive to Broadband Breakfast. LEO satellite constellations promise a workaround.

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Telecom Talk

JUNE 20, 2025

India is leading the way globally in providing affordable and quality data for all, according to the report by the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) under the Ministry of Communications. billion telecom subscribers, with 960 million internet users and 940 million broadband subscribers. GB per user per month. India now has over 1.2

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Total Telecom

JUNE 17, 2025

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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Telecom Talk

JULY 25, 2025

India’s telecom and space sectors are witnessing growth driven by foreign direct investment (FDI), technological innovation, and policy reforms aimed at enhancing connectivity and manufacturing capabilities. FDI is technology. “It never talks up any particular technology to be brought in or not to be brought in.

Internet

Broadband Breakfast

JULY 10, 2025

WASHINGTON, July 10, 2025 – Advancements in technology make fixed wireless the ideal solution for closing the digital divide in rural America, according to Tarana Wireless. Alwan said Tarana ’s Next-Generation Fixed Wireless technology performs reliably where fiber or older wireless options can’t be deployed.

Telecommunication

Broadband Breakfast

APRIL 4, 2025

Here are three proposals for common-sense solutions to improve the Broadband Equity, Access and Deployment program of the U.S. Topic #1: Fiber Priority When we consider broadband infrastructure as a 30-year investment rather than focusing on speed targets, the case for building fiber networks in rural areas becomes clear.

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Broadband Breakfast

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

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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Telecom Talk

JUNE 30, 2025

American satellite broadband companies Starlink and Amazon’s Project Kuiper have signed their first commercial agreements with Indian VSAT (Very Small Aperture Terminal) service providers, marking a key step toward launching enterprise and government-focused satellite broadband services in the country. It is a matter of time now.”

Retail

Telecom Talk

JUNE 5, 2025

The technology industry has called on the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) to revise proposed power levels for wireless devices operating in the delicensed 6 GHz spectrum band, warning that current limits may hinder the performance of next-generation applications and restrict consumer access to affordable, high-speed Wi-Fi.

Bandwidth

Telecom Talk

JUNE 30, 2025

The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has ruled out any further delicensing of the 6 GHz spectrum band beyond the 500 MHz already made available for WiFi and low-power wireless equipment. GHz and 5 GHz bands — is adequate to meet India’s WiFi requirements, according to The Economic Times report.

Bandwidth

Broadband Breakfast

JULY 29, 2025

In a Monday filing with the Federal Communications Commission, the group argued that Equivalent Power Flux-Density regulations governing LEOs should be updated to reflect the current technological landscape. ” The discussion over changing EPFD regulations comes in the midst of surging demand for broadband service from LEO providers.

Television

Blandin on Broadband

JULY 11, 2025

States are now scrambling to re-evaluate their broadband plans after a June policy shift from the National Telecommunications and Information Administration, which oversees the single largest federal commitment to rural broadband in U.S. billion Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment program. history – the $42.5

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Broadband Breakfast

JUNE 20, 2025

Yet, as we chase the promise of a hyper-connected future, we risk overlooking a critical component of our technological infrastructure: mechanical engineering in telecommunications hardware.  My work in the United States focuses on creating next-generation telecommunications hardware to strengthen broadband infrastructure.

Hardware

Broadband Breakfast

JULY 28, 2025

SpaceX’s Starlink and Amazon’s Project Kuiper collectively bid on 404,900 locations eligible for Broadband, Equity, Access and Deployment funding in the Lone Star state. Additional information may be shared at an industry roundtable hosted by the Texas Broadband Development Office on July 29.

Telephone

Telecom Talk

JUNE 28, 2025

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. It’s not a cliche.

Telecoms

Telecom Talk

JULY 23, 2025

Diversified Business and Global Presence BAL’s business risk profile also benefits from diversified operations in Africa along with presence in enterprise services, home broadband, passive infrastructure services and dish-to-home (DTH) segments in India. times in FY25 from 2.5 times in FY24, driven by strong earnings growth.

Marketing

Broadband Breakfast

JULY 25, 2025

At the Fiber Broadband Association’s (FBA) Regional Fiber Connect Workshop in Anchorage last week, local broadband executives, tribal leaders, and policymakers came together to share best practices and lessons learned in a state that has unique challenges and opportunities connecting communities and people to fiber broadband.  

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Total Telecom

APRIL 11, 2025

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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Broadband Breakfast

MARCH 5, 2025

WASHINGTON, March 5, 2025 – The House Energy and Commerce Committee unanimously approved by a voice voice 10 bipartisan bills on Tuesday, sending the full House the measures focused on telecommunications, cybersecurity, infrastructure, and domestic manufacturing. in opening remarks. The Promoting U.S. Tom Kean , R-N.J.,

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Telecom Talk

JUNE 21, 2025

The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has granted a six-month extension to Bharti Enterprises-backed Eutelsat OneWeb and the Jio-SES joint venture, Orbit Connect India, allowing continued use of provisional satellite spectrum until November 2025.

Transportation

Telecom Talk

MAY 21, 2025

Telecom operators are preparing to oppose the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) draft proposal to delicence the lower 6GHz spectrum band, citing major concerns over 5G network expansion in India, Business Standard reported, quoting Industry sources. COAI and BIF: What Did COAI and Broadband India Forum Say About Spectrum Refarming?

Telecoms

Broadband Breakfast

JULY 18, 2025

WASHINGTON, July 18, 2025 – Some states may not be adhering to new federal broadband funding guidelines, according to WISPA – The Association for Broadband Without Boundaries. There's a whole community behind your FREE membership. There's a whole community behind your FREE membership.

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Broadband Breakfast

JUNE 18, 2025

June 18, 2025 – Tarana announced a partnership with Microsoft to bring broadband internet to underserved communities throughout Africa. ” FROM SPEEDING BEAD SUMMIT Panel 1: How Are States Thinking About Reasonable Costs Now?

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Broadband Breakfast

APRIL 4, 2025

billion Broadband Equity, Access and Deployment program, states were pushing forward with subgrantee selection — closing application windows, reviewing competitive bids, and releasing data on provider participation. WASHINGTON, April 4, 2025 — Despite growing uncertainty over potential changes to the $42.45

Broadband

Broadband Breakfast

JULY 23, 2025

billion allocated through the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) program represents the largest broadband investment in American history. Both determine whether new broadband deployments can actually deliver on their promise – not just on day one, but in the years and decades ahead.    The $42.5

Broadband

Broadband Breakfast

AUGUST 1, 2025

WASHINGTON, August 1, 2025 – Hundreds of defaulted locations from one federal broadband program may be ineligible to receive funding from another. That's because the deadline for notifying the National Telecommunications and Information Administration that defaulted locations were eligible for BEAD was June 6.

Broadband

VoIP Review

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

In an exciting advancement for the telecommunications industry, Eutelsat Group, MediaTek , and Airbus Defence and Space announced a successful trial of the 5G Non-Terrestrial Network (NTN) using low Earth orbit (LEO) satellites. This landmark trial demonstrates significant advancements in 5G technology.

Telecommunication

Blandin on Broadband

APRIL 15, 2025

Today, full participation in society requires access to both home broadband and mobile data services. To reflect this reality, the Commission should update Lifelines benefit structure to allow simultaneous support for both fixed broadband and wireless service.

Broadband

Fierce Telecom

JULY 10, 2025

LEO constellations are making headlines with direct-to-device and fixed wireless access capabilities, while MEO satellites continue to power mission-critical services like navigation and global broadband. Meanwhile, GEO satellites remain essential for broadcast and large-scale data delivery. Click here to login.

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