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PCCW Global, Sparkle, Telecom Egypt and ZOI to Construct AAE-2 Subsea Cable System

Telecom Talk

JUNE 12, 2025

A consortium of four subsea cable operators—PCCW Global, Sparkle, Telecom Egypt, and Zain Omantel International (ZOI)—has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to construct the Asia-Africa-Europe-2 (AAE-2) subsea cable system.

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Kenya launches early market talks for Horn of Africa fibre optic corridor

Total Telecom

JULY 11, 2025

News The Government of Kenya, through its Ministry of Information, Communications, and The Digital Economy and the ICT Authority, is advancing plans to install a high-capacity fibre optic cable along the Isiolo–Mandera corridor. million residents by improving access to social services, internet connectivity, and economic opportunities.

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Kenya Launches Fibre Project to Boost Digital Links in Horn of Africa

VoIP Review

JULY 14, 2025

Kenya is initiating a transformative project in the Horn of Africa with the launch of a high-capacity fibre optic cable corridor along the Isiolo-Mandera route. This involves constructing physical infrastructures, like bridges over the River Dawa, to facilitate trade and movement.

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Willmar, Minnesota Moves Forward With Open Access Fiber Network

Broadband Breakfast

APRIL 3, 2025

million in construction costs will be paid via bonds, which would then be paid back by leasing fees by local competitors looking to access the network. Construction of the network by Hometown Fiber is slated to begin later this year, and is expected to occur in six phases over three years.

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Next-Gen Connectivity Powers Data Center Interconnect Market Boom – Research Nester Reveals 13.4% CAGR Through 2037

Total Telecom

MAY 13, 2025

For instance, in 2022, one of the top digital network integrators in the country, STL unveiled India’s first multicore fiber and cable. By end-user, the global Data Center Interconnect market is segmented into communication service providers, internet content providers/ carrier-neutral providers, governments, and enterprises.

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Tom Reid: Common-Sense Solutions to Closing the Digital Divide in Rural America

Broadband Breakfast

APRIL 4, 2025

Topic #2: Regulatory Relief The regulatory burden imposed by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration on the BEAD program will unnecessarily delay construction, increase costs and diminish competition among ISPs for the funding. water, sewer, electrical), communication (e.g.,

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Pew: Incomplete Federal Data Threatens Effectiveness of Broadband Deployment Programs

Broadband Breakfast

JULY 10, 2025

Census Bureau, with information provided by the Federal Communications Commission, National Telecommunications and Information Administration, and U.S. Department of Agriculture. Fourth, a lack of consistent impact assessments.

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Charter Loses 60,000 Internet Subs in Q1

Broadband Breakfast

APRIL 25, 2025

WASHINGTON, April 25, 2025 – Charter Communications lost 60,000 internet subscribers in the first quarter of 2025, continuing a trend of stagnation, but showing improvement over the 72,000 lost in the same period the year prior. Executives said wildfires in California were responsible for roughly 9,000 of those disconnects. technology.

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Angry Albuquerque Mayor Shuts Down Ezee Fiber Project

Broadband Breakfast

MAY 12, 2025

WASHINGTON, May 12, 2025 – Albuquerque Mayor Tim Keller (D) ordered Ezee Fiber to stop work on Wednesday, following a recent increase in complaints from city residents over property damage by workers laying fiber Internet cables. Ezee Fiber published its response after the incident, saying: “We [.]

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Teaming Up to Tackle Copper Theft

AT&T Connects

JULY 16, 2025

Renita Pettigrew, AT&T Assistant Vice President of Construction & Engineering, also joined the conversation, sharing her perspective on how theft and vandalism break down infrastructure and impede access to essential services. This reward is more than an enforcement tool.

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Cost Ranges for In-Building OSP Fiber Installation

Tridon

JUNE 11, 2025

When people hear “ OSP fiber ,” they tend to picture buried cable, manholes, or pole lines. Sometimes, OSP fiber optic cable has to be installed, not “outside plant”, but inside buildings. How Code Affects Installation Canadian building codes typically require a transition to indoor-rated cable within 15 metres of entry.

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

Broadband Breakfast

JUNE 25, 2025

This Maserati like performance comes with significant drawbacks, however, including prohibitive deployment costs, years-long construction timelines and physical limitations that make connecting the entire country financially impossible. Fiber, cable and fixed wireless all excel in specific situations.

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Where Fiber Doesn't Fit

Broadband Breakfast

MAY 13, 2025

Fixed wireless access uses high-frequency radio waves and antennas to deliver high-speed connectivity between two fixed locations, without the need for physical cabling infrastructure. Fixed wireless access Fixed wireless technology is playing a growing role in connectivity and is considered as an efficient and scalable alternative to fiber.

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Jessica Dine: So You Want BEAD to Be Tech Neutral?

Broadband Breakfast

APRIL 2, 2025

Under BEAD’s current construct—and according to the infrastructure law that funds it—every dollar saved on deployments to unserved households can be used to connect others, to connect anchor institutions like libraries, or to fund adoption and digital upskilling initiatives.

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T-Mobile, Grain Fire Back at Opponents of Spectrum Deal

Broadband Breakfast

JULY 3, 2025

“It is inexplicable why an organization nominally focused on rural development would champion regulatory inflexibility and administratively burdensome procedures over the flexible framework proposed by [us] ,” the companies wrote in a joint Monday filing with the Federal Communications Commission.

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Willmar City Council votes no to Charter Communication’s deal and sticks with Connect Willmar Initiative

Blandin on Broadband

MARCH 4, 2025

The West Central Tribune reports The Willmar City Council on Monday in a split 4-3 vote approved a motion declining to accept the offer by Charter Communications to end the Connect Willmar Initiative. Councilor Carl Shuldes made the motion, which was seconded by Councilor Vicki Davis.

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Tariffs and Broadband: Every Day is a New Day

Broadband Breakfast

MARCH 24, 2025

The United States imports a quarter of the world's fiber In 2024, the United States imported approximately 25% of the world’s fiber optic cables and 50% of aluminum for products manufactured here, with Canada, Mexico, China and Brazil supplying about 25% of the steel we import. Arun Pasrija, Ph.D.,

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Growth or Efficiency?

Rural Broadband Association

MARCH 25, 2025

That was the question that was top of mind when I joined our friends in Iowa at the record-breaking Iowa Communications Alliance (ICA; West Des Moines, Iowa) meeting this week, with over 1,000 attendees registered for the robust statewide meeting. Given that efficiency is a buzzword in Washington, D.C.,

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Utilities Want Tweaks to Pole Attachment Draft Order

Broadband Breakfast

JULY 15, 2025

WASHINGTON, July 1, 2025 – Utility companies and their trade groups are urging the Federal Communications Commission to tweak the language of a pole attachment order the agency is set to vote on next week. That authority is preempted by state laws in 23 states and D.C.,

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9 Best Walkie Talkie Headsets for Security Teams [2025 Buying Guide]

Waveband Communications

JULY 8, 2025

In an era where split-second communication can mean the difference between preventing an incident and responding to one, security professionals deserve communication gear that won't let them down when it matters most. The modern security landscape demands more than basic communication tools.

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NEC Completes Construction of ADC Submarine Cable

Telecom Talk

DECEMBER 18, 2024

NEC Corporation announces the completion of the Asia Direct Cable (ADC), a high-capacity submarine cable that enhances communication infrastructure across East and Southeast Asia.

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Grid Telecom of Greece and Tamares Telecom of Israel Join Forces to Spearhead Open-Access Cable Landing Infrastructure in Cyprus

Total Telecom

AUGUST 22, 2024

The Cable Landing Station will act as an interconnectivity node providing carrier and hosting facilities to anchor international subsea optical fiber cable systems from Europe and the Middle East crossing the Eastern Mediterranean, connecting Cyprus with Greece, Israel, Egypt and other East and West destinations.

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Four million locations in sight for fiber builder Brightspeed

Total Telecom

JANUARY 7, 2025

The company rolled out more than 17,600 miles of fiber cable in 2024 bringing the total fiber deployed since the build launch to more than 103,000 miles. Various storms and hurricanes in 2024 severely impacted many of our customers across our southern communities and our teams worked around the clock to restore their services.

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All West Communications Continues to Expand Fiber Internet in Rock Springs, WY

All West Telecommunications

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

The Fastest Internet Speeds in Sweetwater County* are Getting Even Better KAMAS, Utah | February 7, 2025 All West Communications is continuing to bring the future of internet to Sweetwater County with the expansion of its fiber optic internet service in Rock Springs and Green River.

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National Cable Association lauds Lakewood Township Project offers advice for BEAD

Blandin on Broadband

AUGUST 8, 2024

Governing posts an opinion piece from Michael Powell, president of NCTA-the Internet and Television Association, which represents America’s cable industry… The real work takes place on the ground. Take, for example, a recent build in the northern Minnesota community of Lakewood Township.

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A Guide to Wireless Communication

Tridon

JULY 20, 2024

Wireless communication has become an integral part of modern society, revolutionizing how we connect, communicate, and conduct business. From smartphones to satellite communication, the advantages of wireless communication are vast and transformative. What is Wireless Communication?

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GoNetspeed: Pole Regs in Massachusetts Threaten BEAD Success

Broadband Breakfast

OCTOBER 25, 2024

GoNetspeed CEO Richard Clark and Chief Legal Counsel Jamie Hoare met with officials from the Federal Communications Commission Monday to address the difficulties they face with pole attachment regulation in Massachusetts. "In

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Open Access ErieNet Fiber Network Gets Underway In Western New York

Broadband Breakfast

DECEMBER 6, 2024

Erie County, New York’s ErieNet broadband initiative is poised to begin construction in Buffalo, NY, after the Buffalo Common Council recently passed a resolution approving the Telecommunications License Agreement with ErieNet LDC. New York Get a snapshot view of broadband initiatives in New York.

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Broadband Companies Invested $94.7B In U.S. Communications Infrastructure In 2023

US Telecom

OCTOBER 18, 2024

October 18, 2024) – Broadband providers continued to demonstrate their strong commitment to connecting the country to stronger and faster communications infrastructure last year, with $94.7 USTelecom’s annual investment figures reflect capex data for major wireline, wireless and cable broadband providers. Washington, D.C.

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Willmar City Council to meet with Charter Communications amid conversations with Hometown Fiber on an open access network

Blandin on Broadband

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

The West Central Tribune reports The Willmar City Council and staff on Monday said a meeting would be conducted later this week with the company after its letter asking the city to hold off on the construction of an open-access broadband network. While the construction costs for the Connect Willmar Initiative are estimated to be $24.5

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Verizon to buy Frontier Communications

IEEE ComSoc

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

Wall Street Journal reported today that Verizon is on the verge of buying Frontier Communications for as much as $7 billion in a deal that would bolster the company’s fiber network to compete with rivals notably AT&T. References: [link] [link] [link] [link] Building out Frontier Communications fiber network via $1.05

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Senators Revive Bill to Prevent BEAD Supply Chain Bottlenecks

Broadband Breakfast

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

The Network Equipment Transparency (NET) Act would require the Federal Communications Commission to assess supply chain disruptions in a biennial communications marketplace report to Congress. The agency would specifically evaluate how shortages of network equipment, fiber-optic cables, and semiconductors impact broadband deployment.

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Minnesota Providers Not Participating in BEAD Program

Broadband Breakfast

DECEMBER 2, 2024

. "Minnesota put a law in place this past year that if you don’t, on any broadband construction project, pay prevailing wage, you have to do all kinds of other onerous requirements,” he explained. These include providing health care for employees and their families, and contribute 15% of their base pay to retirement.

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Minnesota is home to 7 exciting, planned or prospective Native Nation owned broadband networks

Blandin on Broadband

OCTOBER 16, 2024

The partnership calls for CTC Communications to manage the operations of the network for a period of time before handing off management to the Tribe. When completed, the network will pass more than 3500 households and include nearly four hundred miles of fiber optic cable. The network currently serves about twelve hundred subscribers.

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Day Wireless Systems: the Complexities of Site Grounding in Communications Infrastructure

Day Wireless Blog

MARCH 21, 2024

Day Wireless Systems (DWS) stands at the forefront of the communications and tower industry due to our expertise in the equipment as well as the rules and standards that govern them. In many cases, other communications providers and government agencies such as Washington Labor and Industry (WAS 296-32) base their standards on R56.

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Day Wireless Systems: the Complexities of Site Grounding in Communications Infrastructure

Day Wireless Blog

MARCH 21, 2024

Day Wireless Systems (DWS) stands at the forefront of the communications and tower industry due to our expertise in the equipment as well as the rules and standards that govern them. In many cases, other communications providers and government agencies such as Washington Labor and Industry (WAS 296-32) base their standards on R56.

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Keeping Communities Connected: AT&T North Carolina’s Response to Hurricane Helene

AT&T Connects

JANUARY 14, 2025

FirstNet, the nationwide public safety broadband network, played a pivotal role during and after the hurricane and provided essential communication support for first responders and the public safety community. Their efforts encompass the design, construction, and maintenance of our network infrastructure in North Carolina.

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Protecting The Nation's Critical Communications Infrastructure From Theft and Vandalism

Broadband Breakfast

JANUARY 31, 2025

White Paper Protecting The Nation's Critical Communications Infrastructure From Theft & Vandalism Learn More White Paper Provided by NCTA, CTIA, USTelecom, The Rural Broadband Association: The U.S. The bad actors then sell this metal and other stolen communications equipment. public utilities, transportation, etc.)

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New Business Facility? Here’s Your Guide to Network Cabling

NetWork Telecom

AUGUST 29, 2024

From connecting computers and servers to facilitating communication and data sharing, network cabling provides the backbone for your operations. Contact the cabling specialists at Network Telecom to help make your installation a success. Contact Network Telecom New Business Facility – What You Need to Know about Cabling 1.

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High-Speed FWA Using mmWave With the Help of Li-Fi

Telecoms Infrastructure Blog

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

On a regular basis I keep reading about how Fixed Wireless Access ( FWA ) continues to gain ground at the expense of cable operators, especially in the USA (see articles by Ookla , OpenSignal ). The other approach, championed by pureLiFi is to use Light Based Communications to let the signal pass from outside to inside.

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Spectrum to launch Gigabit service in Dakota County

Blandin on Broadband

OCTOBER 2, 2024

From Charter Communications … Spectrum, the #1 rural internet provider in the nation * , today announced the launch of Spectrum Internet, Mobile, TV and Voice services to just under 100 homes and businesses in portions of Dakota County, Minnesota. million new homes and small businesses across the country.

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Coon Valley Delivers High Speed Access to Rural Customers

USTELECOM

AUGUST 26, 2024

Founded in 1907, Coon Valley’s history speaks to its commitment to providing the latest in communications technology to its customers. Construction season officially kicked off at the end of March, as the company’s crews prepared to tackle “100 miles of territory in desperate need of bandwidth.”

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Construction Television Telephone Bandwidth

TSI Customer Spotlight: Market & Johnson

CADY

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

Established in 1948, Market & Johnson is one of the Midwest’s leading construction management and general contracting companies, boasting over 75 years of experience in municipal, commercial, education, healthcare, food processing, manufacturing and industrial construction.

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Exploring the Potential of Starlink Satellite Internet for Businesses

Tridon

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

From urban centers to remote outposts, having a robust online presence is crucial for operations, communication, and growth. And as a leading provider of cutting-edge communication technology, Tridon is at the forefront of this new frontier. Learn More About Tridon's Services & Solutions GET STARTED Why Choose Satellite Internet?

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PCCW Global, Sparkle, Telecom Egypt and ZOI to Construct AAE-2 Subsea Cable System

Kenya launches early market talks for Horn of Africa fibre optic corridor

Trending Sources

Kenya Launches Fibre Project to Boost Digital Links in Horn of Africa

Willmar, Minnesota Moves Forward With Open Access Fiber Network

Next-Gen Connectivity Powers Data Center Interconnect Market Boom – Research Nester Reveals 13.4% CAGR Through 2037

Tom Reid: Common-Sense Solutions to Closing the Digital Divide in Rural America

Pew: Incomplete Federal Data Threatens Effectiveness of Broadband Deployment Programs

Charter Loses 60,000 Internet Subs in Q1

Angry Albuquerque Mayor Shuts Down Ezee Fiber Project

Teaming Up to Tackle Copper Theft

Cost Ranges for In-Building OSP Fiber Installation

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

Where Fiber Doesn't Fit

Jessica Dine: So You Want BEAD to Be Tech Neutral?

T-Mobile, Grain Fire Back at Opponents of Spectrum Deal

Willmar City Council votes no to Charter Communication’s deal and sticks with Connect Willmar Initiative

Tariffs and Broadband: Every Day is a New Day

Growth or Efficiency?

Utilities Want Tweaks to Pole Attachment Draft Order

9 Best Walkie Talkie Headsets for Security Teams [2025 Buying Guide]

NEC Completes Construction of ADC Submarine Cable

Grid Telecom of Greece and Tamares Telecom of Israel Join Forces to Spearhead Open-Access Cable Landing Infrastructure in Cyprus

Four million locations in sight for fiber builder Brightspeed

All West Communications Continues to Expand Fiber Internet in Rock Springs, WY

National Cable Association lauds Lakewood Township Project offers advice for BEAD

A Guide to Wireless Communication

GoNetspeed: Pole Regs in Massachusetts Threaten BEAD Success

Open Access ErieNet Fiber Network Gets Underway In Western New York

Broadband Companies Invested $94.7B In U.S. Communications Infrastructure In 2023

Willmar City Council to meet with Charter Communications amid conversations with Hometown Fiber on an open access network

Verizon to buy Frontier Communications

Senators Revive Bill to Prevent BEAD Supply Chain Bottlenecks

Minnesota Providers Not Participating in BEAD Program

Minnesota is home to 7 exciting, planned or prospective Native Nation owned broadband networks

Day Wireless Systems: the Complexities of Site Grounding in Communications Infrastructure

Day Wireless Systems: the Complexities of Site Grounding in Communications Infrastructure

Keeping Communities Connected: AT&T North Carolina’s Response to Hurricane Helene

Protecting The Nation's Critical Communications Infrastructure From Theft and Vandalism

New Business Facility? Here’s Your Guide to Network Cabling

High-Speed FWA Using mmWave With the Help of Li-Fi

Spectrum to launch Gigabit service in Dakota County

Coon Valley Delivers High Speed Access to Rural Customers

TSI Customer Spotlight: Market & Johnson

Exploring the Potential of Starlink Satellite Internet for Businesses

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