The Federal Communications Commission's (FCC) Rural Digital Opportunity Fund (RDOF) program, introduced in 2019 to expand affordable broadband in underserved rural areas, has faced significant criticism from tribal nations. Numerous challenges and missteps have plagued its implementation,
New York has undertaken a significant policy shift aimed at bridging the digital divide for its low-income residents. In response to the expiration of the federal Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP), the state has enforced an innovative regulation mandating internet service providers (ISPs) to
The telecom sector is undergoing rapid transformations, driven by advancements in satellite technology, burgeoning usage trends, escalating security threats from phone scams, and significant regulatory shifts. These dynamic changes encapsulate an industry in perpetual motion, constantly adapting to
In a digital era where high-speed internet is increasingly vital, Canterbury remains the slowest city for broadband in the UK for the second consecutive year. This concerning designation emerges from Broadband Genie's annual ranking, which scrutinized a substantial dataset of 149,000
As the world becomes increasingly interconnected, the demand for ubiquitous, high-speed internet is more pressing than ever. In this context, AST SpaceMobile's initiative to create the first space-based cellular broadband network directly accessible by standard smartphones marks a significant
On August 1, 2024, 46 Labs LLC announced a significant stride in its growth trajectory by acquiring global wholesale voice service provider Impact Telecom from Lingo Communications. This acquisition, coming closely on the heels of their recent procurement of HyperCube Networks in May, heralds a new
