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Spectrum Offers $25,000 Reward For Fiber Optic Vandals

Broadband Breakfast

From June to December of 2024, 5,770 incidents of theft/vandalism of network infrastructure were reported across the country, according to one study by NCTA – The Internet & Television Association. Law enforcement and legislators have also taken steps to address this barrage of property damage. Kansas Gov.

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MN House Tax Committee laid over for inclusion: HF951: Sales and use tax exemption expanded to broadband

Blandin on Broadband

They started with HF951 (Davids) – Sales and use tax exemption for telecommunications or pay television services machinery and equipment modified, which was laid over for possible inclusion in omnibus. HF951 (Davids) – Sales and use tax exemption for telecommunications or pay television services machinery and equipment modified.

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Why is a VoIP phone a good idea for Canadians?

VoIP MS

In Canada, VoIP services are regulated by the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) , ensuring reliable connectivity to the Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN) while fostering innovation.

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Charter Buying Cox for $34.5 Billion

Broadband Breakfast

Cox offers a range of services including digital video, high-speed Internet, telephone, and home security and automation. The deal would unite two of the largest ISPs in the U.S.

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Greenland Satellite Services Affected Following Power Outage in Spain: Report

Telecom Talk

Remote areas of Greenland have lost access to key satellite-based services, including internet, telephone, television, and radio, following a disruption

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Consolidated Telephone Company and Meeker Cooperative Light and Power launch MC Fiber

Blandin on Broadband

MC Fiber is a collaborative effort between Meeker Cooperative Light and Power and Consolidated Telephone Company, based in Brainerd. Consolidated Telephone Company is a technology adviser and a full-service telecommunications company.

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NCTA Urges Caution in SES, Intelsat Transaction

Broadband Breakfast

NCTA, The Internet and Television Association filed comments with the Federal Communications Commission on Monday regarding the planned merger between the satellite operators. NCTA also asserted the importance of the C-Band in critical areas such as telephone and internet services for remote areas. WASHINGTON, Oct.