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fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago

Fox's Alicia Acuna Warns: Future President May Target Fox

Caution is advised regarding the targeting of media outlets like The View, as future administrations may use similar tactics.
#merger
fromFortune
5 days ago
US politics

From 'diversity of viewpoints' to 'cowardly capitulation,' the Paramount/Skydance merger clears in a storm of controversy

fromFortune
5 days ago
US politics

From 'diversity of viewpoints' to 'cowardly capitulation,' the Paramount/Skydance merger clears in a storm of controversy

US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 days ago

Trump FCC Brendan Carr Defends Pressure Campaign on Media Corporations: Time for a Change'

Brendan Carr defended controversial FCC provisions on the Skydance-Paramount merger, asserting changes were necessary despite criticism regarding First Amendment violations.
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 days ago

Trump's FCC Chair Says CBS Vow to Drop Bias' and DEI' Made the Difference' in Paramount Deal Approval

FCC approved CBS's merger with Paramount Global influenced by changes in diversity initiatives and programming bias.
US politics
fromArs Technica
5 days ago

Skydance deal allows Trump's FCC to "censor speech" and "silence dissent" on CBS

The FCC's approval of the Paramount acquisition threatens US press freedom and promotes government overreach in media.
#skydance
fromThe Verge
6 days ago
US politics

Paramount-Skydance merger approved after companies agree to government speech demands

fromThe Verge
6 days ago
US politics

Paramount-Skydance merger approved after companies agree to government speech demands

fromVulture
6 days ago

Paramount-Skydance Merger Gets the OK From the FCC

The merger of Paramount Global and Skydance Media, valued at approximately $8 billion, received approval from the Federal Communications Commission, paving the way for imminent completion.
Television
#telecom
#donald-trump
fromwww.mediaite.com
6 days ago
US politics

Bill Hemmer Presses FCC Head If Trump Behind CanceledColbert

Trump's actions have disrupted traditional media narratives and significantly affected legacy media outlets.
fromWIRED
2 months ago
Media industry

Brendan Carr Is Turning the FCC Into MAGA's Censoring Machine

The FCC, under Chairman Carr, is aligning with Trump's political agenda, threatening media freedom through investigations into news organizations.
Media industry
fromWIRED
2 months ago

Brendan Carr Is Turning the FCC Into MAGA's Censoring Machine

The FCC, under Chairman Carr, is aligning with Trump's political agenda, threatening media freedom through investigations into news organizations.
#broadband
US politics
fromTelecompetitor
1 week ago

FCC Agenda: Communication Will Thrive Despite Nature, by Sea, or Via Space

FCC prioritizes relaxing environmental regulations, securing submarine cables, and promoting space-based communications in its August 7 open meeting.
US politics
fromTheregister
1 week ago

FCC targets removal of Chinese tech in subsea cables

US plans to secure undersea cables from foreign adversaries to support AI infrastructure development.
fromFortune
1 week ago

The FCC takes on a new role: DEI regulator

The FCC is leveraging its authority over mergers and acquisitions to influence companies' diversity, equity, and inclusion policies, pushing for their removal or alteration.
US politics
fromTelecompetitor
2 weeks ago

RWA Takes Exception to T-Mobile/UScellular Deal Approval

The Rural Wireless Association, Inc. (RWA) is accusing the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) of 'rubberstamping' T-Mobile's acquisition of UScellular.
Mobile UX
fromBusiness Insider
2 weeks ago

DOJ ends probe into T-Mobile's $4.4 billion merger 2 days after the company committed to end DEI policies

T-Mobile is ending its DEI policies amid reduced regulatory scrutiny from the Trump administration.
#verizon
Venture
fromThe Verge
2 months ago

Verizon's $20 billion Frontier acquisition wins FCC approval

Verizon's acquisition of Frontier aims to expand fiber internet access significantly, especially to underserved areas.
DC food
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Verizon axing DEI programs as it seeks FCC approval for $9.6B Frontier deal

Verizon ends diversity, equity, and inclusion programs amid federal probes affecting its Frontier Communications acquisition bid.
DC food
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Verizon axing DEI programs as it seeks FCC approval for $9.6B Frontier deal

Verizon ends diversity, equity, and inclusion programs amid federal probes affecting its Frontier Communications acquisition bid.
fromWIRED
3 weeks ago

Wi-Fi in the US Could Get Worse Under Trump's New Law

The Federal Communications Commission can hold spectrum auctions potentially affecting Wi-Fi spectrum allocation.
fromArs Technica
3 weeks ago

Trump and Congress finalize law that could hurt your Wi-Fi

6 GHz band allocated to Wi-Fi to improve speeds and efficiency, blocking cellular requests.
fromThe Atlantic
3 weeks ago

Welcome to the Mafia Presidency

On Tuesday, the media-and-entertainment conglomerate Paramount announced a $16 million payment to President Donald Trump's future presidential library, settling a lawsuit Trump filed against CBS.
US politics
fromTelecompetitor
4 weeks ago

FCC Pushes Back Deadlines Meant to Reduce Telecom Rates for Inmates

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has waived deadlines that would have drastically reduced the rates incarcerated people and their families pay for audio and video calls.
US politics
#paramount
fromPoynter
4 weeks ago
US politics

CBS News owner Paramount settles Trump's lawsuit over '60 Minutes' interview for $16 million - Poynter

fromPoynter
4 weeks ago
US politics

CBS News owner Paramount settles Trump's lawsuit over '60 Minutes' interview for $16 million - Poynter

Media industry
fromArs Technica
3 months ago

CBS owner Paramount reportedly intends to settle Trump's $20 billion lawsuit

Paramount faces scrutiny over perceived conflicts between a lawsuit and a major merger, impacting editorial independence.
fromArs Technica
4 weeks ago

FCC chair decides inmates and their families must keep paying high phone prices

The FCC will allow high prison calling rates until 2027, disregarding previously approved rate caps.
US politics
fromThe Verge
4 weeks ago

The FCC won't enforce a ban on 'exorbitant' prison phone call prices

The FCC has postponed enforcement of reduced prison call prices to 2027, citing unintended negative consequences.
#universal-service-fund
US politics
fromTelecompetitor
1 month ago

FCC Order Limits Use of COVID-Era Lifeline Rule by Four Providers

FCC denied Lifeline providers' request to extend COVID-era waiver, maintaining that subsidies should not apply for unused services.
US politics
fromArs Technica
1 month ago

Supreme Court overturns 5th Circuit ruling that upended Universal Service Fund

The article critiques the Consumers' Research position regarding revenue-raising statutes and their constitutional implications.
fromThe Verge
1 month ago

Trump's 'big beautiful bill' could mean slower Wi-Fi for you

The Senate version of the budget reconciliation bill removes protections for unlicensed spectrum, potentially selling off half of the 6GHz Wi-Fi band to mobile carriers.
Gadgets
fromTelecompetitor
1 month ago

FCC Lifts Certified Professional Engineer Requirement for BDC Filings

Having gone through multiple reporting cycles where the 'certified professional engineer' requirement has been waived, we now know a couple of important things about this rule.
Canada news
#supreme-court
#media-regulation
fromThe Nation
1 month ago
Right-wing politics

Trump's FCC Chief Brendan Carr Is Acting More Like a Mob Enforcer Than a Federal Regulator

fromThe Nation
1 month ago
Right-wing politics

Trump's FCC Chief Brendan Carr Is Acting More Like a Mob Enforcer Than a Federal Regulator

SF politics
fromThe Verge
1 month ago

Senate confirms Trump's FCC pick, Olivia Trusty

The FCC regains quorum with Olivia Trusty's confirmation, but concerns remain over the nomination process and Trump's policies.
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Emergency alerts go out in Spanish and English, but what happens if you speak another language?

The FCC has delayed implementing multilingual emergency alerts despite unanimous support for the initiative.
fromThe Verge
1 month ago

FCC's last Democratic commissioner doesn't know why Trump hasn't fired her yet

Gomez has accused her own agency under Carr's leadership of "weaponizing" its authority "to silence critics," and opening "sham investigations" into news outlets like NPR, PBS, ABC, CBS, and NBC.
SF politics
#echostar
#brendan-carr
SF politics
fromThe Verge
1 month ago

There are only two commissioners left at the FCC

FCC's agenda is in limbo due to two commissioner departures, lacking the quorum needed to operate effectively.
fromAbove the Law
3 months ago
Media industry

FCC Boss Brendan Carr Whines About Accurate Comcast/NBC Reporting That Made Donald Trump Sad - Above the Law

SF politics
fromThe Verge
1 month ago

There are only two commissioners left at the FCC

FCC's agenda is in limbo due to two commissioner departures, lacking the quorum needed to operate effectively.
fromAbove the Law
3 months ago
Media industry

FCC Boss Brendan Carr Whines About Accurate Comcast/NBC Reporting That Made Donald Trump Sad - Above the Law

SF politics
fromArs Technica
1 month ago

FCC Republican resigns, leaving agency with just two commissioners

The FCC will soon operate with only two commissioners after the resignations of Starks and Simington.
fromArs Technica
2 months ago

After Supreme Court loss, ISPs ask Trump admin to block state affordability laws

In the ongoing debate over broadband regulation, ISPs are expressing concerns over state-level proposals, fearing increased oversight and potential anticompetitive regulations.
SF politics
fromTelecompetitor
2 months ago

FCC Hopes to "Supercharge" Satellite Broadband Via Spectrum Expansion

The FCC is expanding satellite broadband by making over 20,000 megahertz of spectrum available, boosting connectivity.
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

Trump's FCC delays Multilingual emergency alerts for natural disasters, sparking concern in L.A.

"This is about saving lives. You've got about 68 million Americans that use a language other than English and everybody should have the ability to understand these emergency alerts."
Los Angeles
fromArs Technica
2 months ago

FCC chairman celebrates court loss in case over Biden-era diversity rule

An appellate court just struck down the Biden FCC's 2024 decision to force broadcasters to post race and gender scorecards, which I dissented from. It was an unlawful effort.
Media industry
fromArs Technica
2 months ago

FCC commissioner writes op-ed titled, "It's time for Trump to DOGE the FCC"

Simington advocates for streamlining the FCC licensing process to enhance efficiency and reduce delays.
He proposes reallocating staff from the Media Bureau to address staffing shortages in growing sectors.
#internet-access
NYC parents
fromFuturism
2 months ago

Lawmakers Want to Cut Low-Income Schoolchildren Off from the Internet

Senate voted along party lines to repeal free internet access for low-income children.
fromThe Verge
2 months ago
US politics

Congress votes to pull funding for free Wi-Fi hotspots at schools and libraries

Senate ends FCC rule for funding Wi-Fi hotspots outside schools, igniting debate on internet access and regulations.
NYC parents
fromFuturism
2 months ago

Lawmakers Want to Cut Low-Income Schoolchildren Off from the Internet

Senate voted along party lines to repeal free internet access for low-income children.
US politics
fromThe Verge
2 months ago

Congress votes to pull funding for free Wi-Fi hotspots at schools and libraries

Senate ends FCC rule for funding Wi-Fi hotspots outside schools, igniting debate on internet access and regulations.
NYC parents
fromArs Technica
2 months ago

Senate passes "cruel" Republican plan to block Wi-Fi hotspots for schoolkids

The FCC's proposed rule changes regarding hotspot lending face strong opposition from lawmakers concerned about their impact on digital equity for students.
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

It's Not a Threat, That's a Penalty': Pro-Trump FCC Chair Raises Prospect of Pulling CBS's Broadcast License

FCC head Brendan Carr suggests pulling CBS's broadcast license is a potential penalty under the Communications Act, focusing on local media empowerment.
fromBreaking Defense
3 months ago

Changes in FCC rules to support GPS alternatives could impact DoD

The FCC must coordinate with federal agencies to regulate spectrum licensing affecting GPS alternatives.
fromArs Technica
3 months ago

FCC urges courts to ignore 5th Circuit ruling that agency can't issue fines

The Fifth Circuit concluded that the FCC acted as prosecutor, jury, and judge, violating AT&T's Seventh Amendment right to a jury trial.
DC food
fromTelecompetitor
3 months ago

FCC NPRM Aims to Address TRACED Loophole to Help Stop Robocalls

Robocalls can exploit older networks to bypass caller authentication systems, necessitating regulatory improvements by the FCC.
fromTelecompetitor
3 months ago

FCC Releases NPRM to Update Spectrum Sharing Rules, Advance Satellite Broadband

The FCC's initiative aims to update outdated power restrictions on satellite systems to enhance spectrum efficiency and accommodate the evolving demands of modern satellite technologies.
SF politics
#free-speech
SF politics
fromArs Technica
3 months ago

FCC Democrat slams chairman for aiding Trump's "campaign of censorship"

The FCC's actions under Carr are criticized for potentially threatening free speech and press freedom.
fromPoynter
3 months ago

The repeal of the fairness doctrine accelerated the polarization of US media - Poynter

The repeal of the Fairness Doctrine by the FCC led to a significant shift in the media landscape, paving the way for partisan media.
fromTelecompetitor
3 months ago

AST SpaceMobile and AT&T Get FCC OK to Test Direct-to-Satellite Cellular on FirstNet

The FCC has authorized AST SpaceMobile to test direct-to-cellular connectivity on Band 14 spectrum, reserved for public safety, in coordination with AT&T.
NYC startup
#comcast
Media industry
fromThe Verge
3 months ago

Brendan Carr threatens Comcast over coverage of Abrego Garcia

FCC Chair Brendan Carr criticized Comcast for distorting news coverage related to deportation issues.
Media industry
fromThe Verge
3 months ago

Brendan Carr threatens Comcast over coverage of Abrego Garcia

FCC Chair Brendan Carr criticized Comcast for distorting news coverage related to deportation issues.
fromArs Technica
3 months ago

ISPs and robocallers love the FCC plan to "delete" as many rules as possible

The FCC's 'Delete, Delete, Delete' initiative aims to remove regulations to enhance broadband efficiency and foster growth in the telecommunications sector.
US news
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Trump pushes for maximum fines on 'out of control' CBS News after coverage of Ukraine war, Greenland talks

Trump criticized CBS News for biased coverage, threatening FCC fines.
Zelenskyy urged Trump to visit Ukraine, highlighting US misinformation on the war.
fromThe Verge
3 months ago

DOGE staffers are listed in the FCC directory

DOGE staffers, including Musk's associates, have been identified within the FCC's directory, highlighting potential conflicts of interest regarding Musk's business interests.
DC food
#cybersecurity
fromDatabreaches
4 months ago
Privacy professionals

FCC proposes new cybersecurity mandates for submarine cable operators in major rule review, seeks public input

fromDatabreaches
4 months ago
Privacy professionals

FCC proposes new cybersecurity mandates for submarine cable operators in major rule review, seeks public input

#dei
Marketing tech
fromThe Verge
3 months ago

T-Mobile closes Lumos deal after dropping DEI

FCC Chair Brendan Carr warns that companies with DEI policies face merger approval risks, directly influencing T-Mobile's corporate strategy.
DC food
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 months ago

Trump FCC Announces Investigation Into Disney for Going All in on DEI'

FCC opens investigation into Disney over DEI practices amid concerns of discrimination.
Marketing tech
fromThe Verge
3 months ago

T-Mobile closes Lumos deal after dropping DEI

FCC Chair Brendan Carr warns that companies with DEI policies face merger approval risks, directly influencing T-Mobile's corporate strategy.
DC food
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 months ago

Trump FCC Announces Investigation Into Disney for Going All in on DEI'

FCC opens investigation into Disney over DEI practices amid concerns of discrimination.
#disney
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago
Privacy professionals

F.C.C. Chairman Orders Inquiry Into Disney's D.E.I. Practices

The FCC is investigating Disney's diversity programs for potential violations of employment regulations.
fromFast Company
4 months ago
DC food

FCC to investigate Disney and ABC over DEI policies

FCC is investigating Disney's diversity practices for potential violations of equal employment opportunity regulations.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 months ago

Trump-Backed Head of the FCC Threatens ABC's Broadcast License In Fox News Interview

FCC Chairman Brendan Carr's probe could impact Disney's licensing if racial discrimination in hiring practices is confirmed.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
4 months ago

FCC chair opens investigation into Disney and ABC over DEI practices

FCC Chair Brendan Carr is investigating Disney's diversity practices over potential discrimination in employment policies.
US politics
fromeuronews
4 months ago

US communications regulator investigates Disney over DEI practices

FCC investigates The Walt Disney Company over potential discrimination in hiring practices related to DEI.
fromTelecompetitor
4 months ago

FCC Issues NPRM on NG911 Interoperability and Reliability

The FCC aims to ensure that Next-Generation 911 (NG911) systems are effective and interoperable by introducing five crucial rule proposals that enhance reliability.
National Football League
#national-security
Privacy professionals
fromThe Verge
4 months ago

No DEI allowed for US mergers and acquisitions, says the new FCC chair

Brendan Carr warned that FCC approval of mergers could be at risk if companies maintain DEI practices deemed discriminatory.
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 months ago

Major Conservative Groups Urge Trump-Backed FCC Chair to Drop Investigation Into CBS's '60 Minutes'

Unusual political alliance arises as conservative and liberal groups urge FCC Chair Brendan Carr to dismiss CBS 60 Minutes complaint amid concerns of regulatory overreach.
SF politics
fromArs Technica
4 months ago

FCC to get Republican majority and plans to "delete" as many rules as possible

FCC appointments are significantly influenced by party dynamics and Senate control, impacting both the nomination and confirmation processes.
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