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Senators Urge Streaming Providers To Carry C-SPAN

Broadband Breakfast

introduced a resolution urging television providers to carry C-SPAN, arguing it serves as a public servant of democracy. The bipartisan appeal came in response to major television providers, including YouTube TV and Hulu + Live TV, refusing to offer C-SPAN. Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) and Amy Klobuchar (D-Minn.) ”

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Copper Theft and Vandalism Threatening Critical Infrastructure, Say Industry Leaders

Broadband Breakfast

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.

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Lawmakers Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Crack Down on Broadband Theft and Vandalism

Broadband Breakfast

“Yet those who sabotage our networks often face little accountability. NCTA – The Internet & Television Association called it a “critical step” to deter vandalism that has increasingly targeted communication networks, threatening emergency services and national security. ” Rep.

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Samsung Launches AI-Powered Coding Assistant, Expands AI Ecosystem

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The Korean tech giant is set to roll out Cline, which has already been vetted in beta testing within the Device eXperience (DX) division managing mobile devices, televisions, and home appliances. In March 2024, Samsung joined forces with Nvidia to advance AI-driven Radio Access Network (AI-RAN) technologies.

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Broadband Industry Coalesces in Support of ‘SPEED for BEAD’

Broadband Breakfast

The core of Hudson’s “SPEED for BEAD” bill isn’t about changing the technologies being deployed for the program, argued Fiber Broadband Association CEO Gary Bolton , but about addressing regulatory restrictions, including a letter of credit requirement as well as other rules.

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3% Satellite Industry Growth, Despite Video Revenue Decline

Broadband Breakfast

" The report shows the industry would have posted 6% growth if not for continued decline in satellite television revenue, which fell 6% last year. "We continue to see multi-orbit connectivity, integration of satellite and terrestrial networks, and increasing remote sensing capabilities," Stroup said.

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Telecom Industry Launches Coalition to Push Congress on USF Fix

Broadband Breakfast

CCA CEO Tim Donovan warned that small and regional providers depend on USF to keep rural broadband projects running, including networks used for 911 and emergency services. “If this funding disappears, so will critical projects to preserve and expand connectivity across the country,” Donovan said.