Policy experts were not all in agreement on whether to wrap ACP into the Universal Service Fund.
Capacity planning and different congestion algorithms can improve users' experience without adding speed.
The WISPAPALOOZA panel outlined key BEAD rules for small providers and WISPs to be familiar with.
Advocacy on high-cost thresholds could help fixed wireless providers get BEAD funds.
The group's policy heads said they are advocating to include unlicensed wireless.
Main considerations for wireless tower builders are Tribal sites, airports and endangered species
ConnectLA is the first state agency under BEAD to kick off an evidence-based procedure ground-truthing local broadband data.
The Sixth Circuit struck down another similar petition from Consumers' Research.
The FCC has now allocated almost all of the Emergency Connectivity Fund.
DISH did not adhere to its plan for disposing of a satellite, the commission said.
Problems accessing poles could delay fiber builds funded by the Broadband Equity, Access and Deployment program.
The agency's Office of the Inspector General said providers were still paid for un-enrolled subscribers.
Under consideration: Opening the Universal Service Fund to contributions from broadband and Big Tech companies.
The Federal Communications Commission first took comments on the proposal in 2020.
It's not just about building networks, but providing affordability through programs like the ACP.
BEAD efforts to stimulate private investment may hinge upon the availability of the Affordable Connectivity Program.
The FCC proposed adjusting the $9-billion budget allocated for the fund using updated maps
Experts cited a lack of middle mile as the biggest obstacle to reaching many unserved areas.
Broadband heads from 5 states listed community outreach, mapping, and program deadlines as top priorities for BEAD.
Missing out on BEAD-funded fiber could 'materially impair' the Beaver Island's ability to compete, a local committee argued.
Evan Feinman, speaking at the BEAD Implementation Summit, said the agency will also issue guidance on project auditing.
The state became the first in the nation to receive approval from the NTIA on part one of its BEAD proposal.
The new guidelines specify that only subscribers of 100 * 20 Mbps service will have speed tests accepted.
Consulting firm Brattle Group said in a report the move would be economically sound.
The FCC's challenge process is insufficient to allocate Enhanced ACAM funds, the Rural Broadband Association said.
The conservative critic of the broadband program highlighted inaccurate FCC mapping data in a report.
The $100 million plant was announced in June 2023 as part of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to America.
If carrier receiving legacy federal funds lose at auction, they could leave areas 'stranded,' providers say.
The open access model allows multiple ISPs to use the same infrastructure. That could benefit Gigapower.
Gooden would be responsible for overseeing the activities of the Rural Utilities Services, an important broadband funding agency.
Space is extremely limited for the in-person event; Zoom in instead with the Broadband Breakfast community.
The state plans to serve 20,000 locations with 100 * 100 Mbps broadband.
A tutorial for investors, broadband providers, and political leaders
The Capital Projects Fund money will go to infrastructure and community centers.
The next phase of broadband mapping is going to be very much state-driven, said panelists.
Will the program's matching funds requirement stretch federal dollars, or hinder smalller providers?
Collaboration and a not-for-profit model allow rural providers to serve the most sparsely populated areas.
Satellites can bring broadband to communities that terrestrial networks can't reach.
Experts said the waiver will make it more practical for BEAD projects to comply with Buy America rules.
The USF is facing dwindling funds and pending court challenges.