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States Show Vast Differences in Fiber Availability: Report

Rhode Island leads the U.S. in fiber availability, while Alaska is the most underserved state.

Left-wing politics

Election 2024: What will the candidates do about the digital divide?

Bridging the digital divide is a critical issue in the 2024 election, with both candidates promising high-speed internet access amid significant political and operational challenges.

California

Meet the California Legislator Who Introduced the State's $15 Internet Bill

California introduces a $15 internet bill to ensure affordable access for low-income households.

Tech industry

About 85% of Americans Consider Internet a Utility and More New Stats: Report

97% of Americans use the internet, with a significant portion viewing it as a utility comparable to essential services.

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Privacy professionals

1 Million NYC Households Lost Their Internet Subsidies. Plans to Revive the Aid Are in Political Purgatory

The Affordable Connectivity Program's funding depletion has severely impacted low-income households' ability to access essential internet services.

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FCC: Space-based network backup can kill mobile dead zones

The FCC envisions an integrated network future combining satellite and terrestrial communications for universal connectivity.

Boston real estate

States Show Vast Differences in Fiber Availability: Report

Rhode Island leads the U.S. in fiber availability, while Alaska is the most underserved state.

Left-wing politics

Election 2024: What will the candidates do about the digital divide?

Bridging the digital divide is a critical issue in the 2024 election, with both candidates promising high-speed internet access amid significant political and operational challenges.

California

Meet the California Legislator Who Introduced the State's $15 Internet Bill

California introduces a $15 internet bill to ensure affordable access for low-income households.

Tech industry

About 85% of Americans Consider Internet a Utility and More New Stats: Report

97% of Americans use the internet, with a significant portion viewing it as a utility comparable to essential services.

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Privacy professionals

1 Million NYC Households Lost Their Internet Subsidies. Plans to Revive the Aid Are in Political Purgatory

The Affordable Connectivity Program's funding depletion has severely impacted low-income households' ability to access essential internet services.

These Are the Top 5 States for Remote Work: How Much Does It Cost To Live There?

Delaware and Utah lead the U.S. states for remote work, showing strong potential and favorable living conditions.

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East Bay (California)

California Opens Application Window to $1.86B in BEAD Funding

California's BEAD Program aims to enhance high-speed internet access, providing $1.86 billion to unserved and underserved areas.

Eligibility for funding requires a 25% project match and adherence to specific criteria, emphasizing affordability and labor practices.

NYC startup

New York Opens BEAD Request for Applications (RFA) Period

ConnectALL Deployment Program in New York has over $644 million available for tech solutions to improve broadband access.

Online Community Development

Arizona, Oregon, and South Dakota Offer BEAD Program Updates

Arizona has extended its BEAD application deadline, emphasizing support for underserved locations.

Oregon and South Dakota are progressing with their BEAD processes, indicating state-level commitment.

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SF politics

More Legislators Request Status Quo for BEAD

Bipartisan legislators urge swift approval of BEAD and DE programs to enhance broadband access.

Online Community Development

Colorado Provides BEAD Round 2 Roundup

Colorado received 96 applications for $825 million in broadband funding to improve internet access, focusing on unserved and underserved locations.

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Washington State Gets 307 Applications in First Round of BEAD

The BEAD program in Washington attracted 307 applications to improve broadband access statewide.

East Bay (California)

California Opens Application Window to $1.86B in BEAD Funding

California's BEAD Program aims to enhance high-speed internet access, providing $1.86 billion to unserved and underserved areas.

Eligibility for funding requires a 25% project match and adherence to specific criteria, emphasizing affordability and labor practices.

NYC startup

New York Opens BEAD Request for Applications (RFA) Period

ConnectALL Deployment Program in New York has over $644 million available for tech solutions to improve broadband access.

Online Community Development

Arizona, Oregon, and South Dakota Offer BEAD Program Updates

Arizona has extended its BEAD application deadline, emphasizing support for underserved locations.

Oregon and South Dakota are progressing with their BEAD processes, indicating state-level commitment.

3 weeks ago

SF politics

More Legislators Request Status Quo for BEAD

Bipartisan legislators urge swift approval of BEAD and DE programs to enhance broadband access.

Online Community Development

Colorado Provides BEAD Round 2 Roundup

Colorado received 96 applications for $825 million in broadband funding to improve internet access, focusing on unserved and underserved locations.

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Washington State Gets 307 Applications in First Round of BEAD

The BEAD program in Washington attracted 307 applications to improve broadband access statewide.

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Online Community Development

NextLight: ACP Replacement Service Up 14% in First Year

NextLight's Internet Assistance Program has grown significantly since its inception, highlighting the necessity of affordable internet access for economically challenged households.

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Massachusetts Announces Launchpad Program With $9M for Digital Equity

Massachusetts Broadband Institute offers $9.44 million for digital access improvement through the Launchpad Program.

Focus areas include Wi-Fi access, device distribution, and digital literacy training.

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Online Community Development

Appalachian Regional Commission Broadband Grant to Connect 200 Ohio Homes

Meigs County will enhance broadband access with a $352,000 grant to serve over 200 underserved homes with high-speed internet.

Online Community Development

Privacy professionals

Vero Confirms California Funding Award Recommendation

The CPUC has recommended a $4.4 million grant for Vero Fiber's project to bring fiber optic broadband to several underserved communities.

Massachusetts Announces Launchpad Program With $9M for Digital Equity

Massachusetts Broadband Institute offers $9.44 million for digital access improvement through the Launchpad Program.

Focus areas include Wi-Fi access, device distribution, and digital literacy training.

1 week ago

Online Community Development

Appalachian Regional Commission Broadband Grant to Connect 200 Ohio Homes

Meigs County will enhance broadband access with a $352,000 grant to serve over 200 underserved homes with high-speed internet.

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Privacy professionals

Vero Confirms California Funding Award Recommendation

The CPUC has recommended a $4.4 million grant for Vero Fiber's project to bring fiber optic broadband to several underserved communities.

#high-speed-internet

Startup companies

LiveOak Fiber Celebrates 25,000 Subscriber Milestone

LiveOak Fiber exceeds 25,000 subscribers, demonstrating significant growth and community impact since its launch in 2022.

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Nevada Broadband Director: BEAD Will Be Third Phase of Universal Coverage Plans

Nevada's BEAD program is a crucial part of a multi-phase effort to achieve universal broadband connectivity.

Privacy professionals

Spectrum Wins Big as Alabama Awards $4M in Broadband Funds

Alabama counties are gaining $42 million in grants to expand broadband access, targeting over 15,000 unserved households and businesses.

Startup companies

LiveOak Fiber Celebrates 25,000 Subscriber Milestone

LiveOak Fiber exceeds 25,000 subscribers, demonstrating significant growth and community impact since its launch in 2022.

Miscellaneous

Nevada Broadband Director: BEAD Will Be Third Phase of Universal Coverage Plans

Nevada's BEAD program is a crucial part of a multi-phase effort to achieve universal broadband connectivity.

Privacy professionals

Spectrum Wins Big as Alabama Awards $4M in Broadband Funds

Alabama counties are gaining $42 million in grants to expand broadband access, targeting over 15,000 unserved households and businesses.

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European startups

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Amazon to launch first Kuiper satellites next week

Amazon is launching 27 Project Kuiper satellites to provide global broadband access, competing directly with Starlink.

Trump's Likely FCC Boss, Brendan Carr, Tries To Undermine Popular Infrastructure Bill Broadband Improvements

The BEAD program is essential for enhancing broadband access and competition, especially among low-income communities.

Venture

MCNC and Fybe Partner to Launch eNCore to Bring Broadband to Rural North Carolina

eNCore aims to enhance broadband access in rural North Carolina communities.

Miscellaneous

Senate Passes ACCESS Rural America Act, Intended to Ease Rural Providers' Burdens

The ACCESS Rural America Act aims to enhance broadband access in rural regions by easing regulatory burdens on smaller telecom providers.

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Openreach taps Nokia to introduce intent-based fibre networking in UK | Computer Weekly

Openreach will use a new open-access fiber network to connect 25 million premises by 2026.

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SF real estate

Blue Stream Fiber Expands Presence in Cape Coral, Florida

Blue Stream Fiber partners with Sandoval community to enhance broadband access.

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Trump's Likely FCC Boss, Brendan Carr, Tries To Undermine Popular Infrastructure Bill Broadband Improvements

The BEAD program is essential for enhancing broadband access and competition, especially among low-income communities.

Venture

MCNC and Fybe Partner to Launch eNCore to Bring Broadband to Rural North Carolina

eNCore aims to enhance broadband access in rural North Carolina communities.

Miscellaneous

Senate Passes ACCESS Rural America Act, Intended to Ease Rural Providers' Burdens

The ACCESS Rural America Act aims to enhance broadband access in rural regions by easing regulatory burdens on smaller telecom providers.

Miscellaneous

Openreach taps Nokia to introduce intent-based fibre networking in UK | Computer Weekly

Openreach will use a new open-access fiber network to connect 25 million premises by 2026.

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SF real estate

Blue Stream Fiber Expands Presence in Cape Coral, Florida

Blue Stream Fiber partners with Sandoval community to enhance broadband access.

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California

California bill would force ISPs to offer 100Mbps plans for $15 a month

California's proposed law mandates $15 monthly internet plans for low-income residents with specific speed requirements.

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Indiana Connectivity Program Bringing Broadband to 93 Addresses

Ninety-three addresses in Indiana will gain broadband access with a total investment of $655,447 from the Indiana Connectivity Program.

California

California bill would force ISPs to offer 100Mbps plans for $15 a month

California's proposed law mandates $15 monthly internet plans for low-income residents with specific speed requirements.

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Indiana Connectivity Program Bringing Broadband to 93 Addresses

Ninety-three addresses in Indiana will gain broadband access with a total investment of $655,447 from the Indiana Connectivity Program.

Musk's Starlink stands to benefit from changes to a broadband equity program

The Trump administration's overhaul of the BEAD program appears to favor Elon Musk's Starlink, moving away from the previous fiber-optic broadband focus.

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FCC chair nixes plan to boost broadband competition in apartment buildings

The new FCC chair's withdrawal of a proposal on bulk billing is praised by housing industry lobby groups for its consumer benefits.

Privacy professionals

The Frightening Stakes of this Halloween's Net Neutrality Hearing

The future of the open internet is threatened by broadband companies seeking to undermine net neutrality protections.

Science

Starlink Seeks Changes from FCC to Enable Gigabit Service

SpaceX seeks FCC approval for Gen2 Starlink satellites to offer gigabit-speed services, enhancing broadband access worldwide.

Miscellaneous

FCC chairwoman announces departure, paving way for Republican majority

Jessica Rosenworcel announced her departure from the FCC on January 20, 2025, following the tradition of resigning when the opposing party wins the White House.

Privacy professionals

FCC Opens Spectrum and Set Rules for Non-Geostationary Satellite Service

FCC opened 1300 MHz of spectrum for non-geostationary satellite services to enhance broadband access and competition.

European startups

Musk's Starlink stands to benefit from changes to a broadband equity program

The Trump administration's overhaul of the BEAD program appears to favor Elon Musk's Starlink, moving away from the previous fiber-optic broadband focus.

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Miscellaneous

FCC chair nixes plan to boost broadband competition in apartment buildings

The new FCC chair's withdrawal of a proposal on bulk billing is praised by housing industry lobby groups for its consumer benefits.

Privacy professionals

The Frightening Stakes of this Halloween's Net Neutrality Hearing

The future of the open internet is threatened by broadband companies seeking to undermine net neutrality protections.

Science

Starlink Seeks Changes from FCC to Enable Gigabit Service

SpaceX seeks FCC approval for Gen2 Starlink satellites to offer gigabit-speed services, enhancing broadband access worldwide.

Miscellaneous

FCC chairwoman announces departure, paving way for Republican majority

Jessica Rosenworcel announced her departure from the FCC on January 20, 2025, following the tradition of resigning when the opposing party wins the White House.

Online Community Development

Privacy professionals

FCC Opens Spectrum and Set Rules for Non-Geostationary Satellite Service

FCC opened 1300 MHz of spectrum for non-geostationary satellite services to enhance broadband access and competition.

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Community Connect Grant Program Issues NOFO for 2025

USDA is offering $26 million in grants for broadband services in rural areas to foster economic growth and improve access to education and healthcare.

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New Mexico Details $1.25M Broadband Program Deadlines, Criteria

New Mexico allocates over $1 million to improve broadband in disaster-affected areas, focusing on quick deployment and community support.

#economic-development

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Massachusetts Announces $19M for Statewide Digital Equity Efforts

Massachusetts announced $19 million in grants to improve digital equity and access across the state.

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Texas Broadband Grants Aim to Give the Digital Divide the BOOT

Texas's BOOT II Program has allocated $701.9 million for broadband grants targeting unserved areas, supporting essential services like healthcare and education.

Miscellaneous

Massachusetts Announces $19M for Statewide Digital Equity Efforts

Massachusetts announced $19 million in grants to improve digital equity and access across the state.

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Texas Broadband Grants Aim to Give the Digital Divide the BOOT

Texas's BOOT II Program has allocated $701.9 million for broadband grants targeting unserved areas, supporting essential services like healthcare and education.

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NTIA Approves Ten States' Digital Equity Capacity Grant Applications

Ten US states approved for Digital Equity Capacity Grant funding to improve internet access and digital skills.

California

California PUC Announces More than $32M in Broadband Grants

CPUC approved $32.5 million in grants to improve broadband access and digital literacy for underserved communities in California.

Miscellaneous

NTIA Approves Ten States' Digital Equity Capacity Grant Applications

Ten US states approved for Digital Equity Capacity Grant funding to improve internet access and digital skills.

California

California PUC Announces More than $32M in Broadband Grants

CPUC approved $32.5 million in grants to improve broadband access and digital literacy for underserved communities in California.

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NYC politics

New York Begins Enforcing Low-Cost Internet Plan Law

New York's low-cost internet law mandates affordable broadband plans at $15/month, aiming to enhance statewide internet access and participation.

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Miscellaneous

A Deep Dive On the BEAD Alternative Technology Guidelines

Funding recipients must deploy fiber broadband or reliable alternatives under the BEAD program, adhering to NTIA's stringent guidelines.

Miscellaneous

Frontier Confirms Recent Connecticut Broadband Award

Frontier received grants to enhance fiber internet access, boosting connectivity for underserved communities in Connecticut.

Miscellaneous

A Deep Dive On the BEAD Alternative Technology Guidelines

Funding recipients must deploy fiber broadband or reliable alternatives under the BEAD program, adhering to NTIA's stringent guidelines.

Miscellaneous

Frontier Confirms Recent Connecticut Broadband Award

Frontier received grants to enhance fiber internet access, boosting connectivity for underserved communities in Connecticut.

Miscellaneous

Some Households Gain Connectivity According to Digital Equity Dashboard Refresh

Significant increases in broadband access among economically disadvantaged households have been observed, indicating progress in closing the digital divide.

Tech industry

IMLS Grant Will Support Internet2 in Promoting Digital Equity in Alaska

Internet2 received a grant to enhance broadband access in Alaska Native, Native Hawaiian, and Tribal libraries using the Toward Gigabit Libraries toolkit.

Miscellaneous

NTIA Adds Seven States to the List of Approved Digital Equity Capacity Grants

NTIA approved new funding to enhance digital equity in seven states, promoting affordable internet access and digital skills training.

Miscellaneous

CAB Program Broadband Funding Now Available in 37 North Carolina Counties

North Carolina's CAB program aims to expand broadband access to over 66,000 locations through partnerships and funding from the American Rescue Plan Act.

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Kansas Investing $10.7M for Internet Access, Public Wi-Fi

The ADOPT program in Kansas will provide $10.7 million for digital opportunities, focusing on equipment distribution and public Wi-Fi access.

Miscellaneous

Some Households Gain Connectivity According to Digital Equity Dashboard Refresh

Significant increases in broadband access among economically disadvantaged households have been observed, indicating progress in closing the digital divide.

Tech industry

IMLS Grant Will Support Internet2 in Promoting Digital Equity in Alaska

Internet2 received a grant to enhance broadband access in Alaska Native, Native Hawaiian, and Tribal libraries using the Toward Gigabit Libraries toolkit.

Miscellaneous

NTIA Adds Seven States to the List of Approved Digital Equity Capacity Grants

NTIA approved new funding to enhance digital equity in seven states, promoting affordable internet access and digital skills training.

Miscellaneous

CAB Program Broadband Funding Now Available in 37 North Carolina Counties

North Carolina's CAB program aims to expand broadband access to over 66,000 locations through partnerships and funding from the American Rescue Plan Act.

Miscellaneous

Kansas Investing $10.7M for Internet Access, Public Wi-Fi

The ADOPT program in Kansas will provide $10.7 million for digital opportunities, focusing on equipment distribution and public Wi-Fi access.

Miscellaneous

Texas Announces $18.5M in Pole Replacement Grants

Texas has allocated $18.5 million to support pole replacements for enhanced rural broadband connectivity.

Miscellaneous

Visionary Broadband Celebrates 30 Years of Bringing Broadband to Rural Areas

Visionary Broadband thrives by providing high-speed internet to underserved rural areas through adaptability and a commitment to community connectivity.

Miscellaneous

Texas Announces $18.5M in Pole Replacement Grants

Texas has allocated $18.5 million to support pole replacements for enhanced rural broadband connectivity.

Miscellaneous

Visionary Broadband Celebrates 30 Years of Bringing Broadband to Rural Areas

Visionary Broadband thrives by providing high-speed internet to underserved rural areas through adaptability and a commitment to community connectivity.

Privacy professionals

Vermont Establishes Long Drop Program to Reach More Remote Residences

Vermont is creating a Long Drop Program to connect low-income residents living far from fiber lines to affordable broadband.

Miscellaneous

Vermont Has Awarded All Its CPF Broadband Funds; Some CUDs Won't Need BEAD

Vermont has effectively utilized federal funds to address unserved and underserved broadband areas, aiming for universal coverage, especially through fiber technology.

Privacy professionals

Vermont Establishes Long Drop Program to Reach More Remote Residences

Vermont is creating a Long Drop Program to connect low-income residents living far from fiber lines to affordable broadband.

Miscellaneous

Vermont Has Awarded All Its CPF Broadband Funds; Some CUDs Won't Need BEAD

Vermont has effectively utilized federal funds to address unserved and underserved broadband areas, aiming for universal coverage, especially through fiber technology.

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Fibertime broadens fibre access across South Africa's underserved communities | Computer Weekly

Fibertime is expanding affordable broadband with innovative solutions in underserved areas of South Africa, enhancing connectivity and opportunities.

Tech industry

Kansas State University Launches Digital Literacy Program

Kansas State University aims to improve broadband access for underserved Kansans through its Digital Ambassador program, enhancing their digital skills for better economic participation.

Tech industry

AT&T taps Nokia to accelerate future-ready fibre broadband | Computer Weekly

AT&T and Nokia's agreement aims to enhance broadband access and facilitate future digital innovations.

Tech industry

Starlink competitor AST SpaceMobile plans orbital launch for next week

AST SpaceMobile aims to provide satellite communications using standard smartphones through its BlueBird satellite network, enhancing connectivity in underserved areas.

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NYC real estate

Bold idea on housing emerges from candidates' forum

Mountain View City Council candidates advocate for proactive measures in affordable housing and prioritize broadband access as essential for residents.

NYC politics