Partnerships for broadband need to emphasize community engagement to improve connectivity
Senate-passed legislation for broadband investment inspired by Colorado's experience, says senator.
By creating open infrastructure systems, states can reduce the barriers to entry and foster increased broadband competition.
Panel with broadband and wireless industry lobbyists wrestle with need for symmetrical internet, and press for fiber.
Broadband Breakfast revisits what some state legislatures did to narrow broadband gaps.
It's worth focusing on other broadband programs run by NTIA, including Tribal Connectivity, and Connecting Minority Communities.
And lawmakers hope to iron out some wrinkles in infrastructure bill.
Experts agreed that outreach and marketing to historically underserved and marginalized communities must be a part of the discussion.
Brendan Carr noted concern about possible overbuilding and lack of accountability in infrastructure bill.
In an interview with Broadband Breakfast, Technology Policy Institute President Scott Wallsten blamed bad mapping for RDOF mess.
Muninetworks' Sean Gonsalves cracks open and investigates the infrastructure bill.
Defaulters say new FCC mapping data shows areas they bid to connect are already adequately served.
For broadband success, argues esteemed broadband consultant Craig Settles, “tain't what you do, it’s the way that you do it”
The agency is scrutinizing the winning bids for the $9.2-billion fund, and asking companies to consider withdrawing.
Company head says scalable, gigabit future is a priority now to deal with future broadband challenges.
Debate has pitted certain tech over others, but the WIA says all broadband tech must be considered.
Government officials say inflationary pressures may make connecting rural America harder than previously anticipated.
The Communications Workers of America wants provisions in broadband bills barring hiring of subcontractors.
David Brin said infrastructure spending key for economic recovery -- and the future of the workplace.
Without further word on what to expect in the bipartisan infrastructure framework, Doug Dawson examines what direction it could take.
Many in Washington aren’t holding their breath for the broadband infrastructure deal to collapse.
Experts call $65 Billion for Broadband a "down payment,” remain skeptical infrastructure bill will accomplish what is necessary.
Joe Biden reveals bipartisan infrastructure package during press conference in front of White House.
More experts weigh in on the fiber debate, but point to other technologies as important for the future of connectivity.
Christopher Mitchell of ILSR talks federal programs and the need for longer-term and more targeted solutions.
Now is the time in Congress for all good (and bad) broadband bills to be introduced.
Three Senators have reintroduced the BRIDGE Act with a proposed $40 billion to expand broadband access across the nation.
John Stankey said the amount would completely cover rural and remote America -- if "done right."
An expert panel convened by US Telecom agreed that public/private telecom partnerships are an effective use of federal broadband funds.
Some fear that there is no real plan to close the digital divide with Biden's new infrastructure proposal.
The bipartisan Hassan-Capito bill would provide state and local governments with new financing options for broadband projects.
The NTIA will prioritize projects that bring broadband to greatest number of homes.