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From space to the seabed, critical infrastructure is becoming more vulnerable, experts warn: 'People don't realize how dependent we are'

"We are on Day 1. A lot more needs to be done."

Space

How the FCC's 'Warrior for Free Speech' Became Our Censor in Chief

Brendan Carr has a clear record of threatening to suppress constitutionally protected speech.

Reason

Appeals court kills net neutrality

The latest fallout from a Supreme Court ruling against regulatory power is a major win for internet providers

Salon

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Net neutrality is dead again: US court says the FCC can't bring back Obama-era internet regulations

The Supreme Court's decision to overturn Chevron deference in 2024 cut the FCC's legs out from under it.

PC Gamer

Which Way, FCC—Build or Stagnate?

Marc Andreessen’s call to build clashed with Washington’s regulatory mindset.

Reason

US government set to approve spending $3 billion to remove Chinese telecoms equipment

US is preparing to remove Huawei and ZTE equipment from its networks with $3 billion in potential funding.

TechRadar

U.S. House set to vote on $3B funding for the replacement of Chinese telecoms equipment — but swapping out all the Huawei and ZTE equipment will cost more

The U.S. will decide this week if it will allocate $3 billion to finally flush Huawei and ZTE from its telecommunications network.

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Cyberattack response plans should be mandatory for US telecoms, FCC Chair says

Once a year, telcos should prove they have a solid incident reponse plan.

TechRadar

Trump Thinks News Outlets Should Lose Their Broadcast Licenses, Even When They Have None

Despite his cluelessness, the former president's inclination to punish constitutionally protected speech reflects his authoritarian disregard for civil liberties.

Reason

FCC requires 988 calls be routed to local call centers - Roll Call

Cellphone carriers will be required to use georouting to connect callers to the 988 call center closest to the caller’s physical location.

Roll Call

Trump demands CBS be stripped of licence over edited Harris interview

FCC chair denounces ex-president’s threats and denies possibility of broadcast station’s licence being revoked

The Guardian - US

Florida threatens news stations over ad in favor of abortion rights measure

FCC chair condemns state health department for sending cease-and-desists over spot supporting abortion rights

The Guardian - US

Florida tries to censor pro-choice ads

The Florida Department of Health sent a letter threatening a television stations that aired a pro-choice commercial

Salon

Florida Health Department Threatens TV Stations Over Abortion Ad

Florida's Department of Health warns TV stations airing campaign ad against abortion ban, sparking FCC intervention.

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Biden Administration Expands E-Rate Program For Internet Access

The Biden administration is addressing the loss of internet subsidies by modernizing the E-Rate program to expand access for families in need.

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The Independent UK

After millions lose access to internet subsidy, FCC moves to fill connectivity gaps

The FCC voted in July to allow schools and libraries to use federal money to loan out WiFi hotspots to students and patrons

TV Tech

FCC Chair Rosenworcel Calls on FCC to Improve Customer Service in Communications Industry

The proposed Notice of Inquiry would seek comment on ways to help consumers’ customer service experience with phone, cable and broadband providers

Latin Times

A new FCC rule will cap phone and video calls made by inmates in the state of Texas at 5 cents a minute

The new caps set by the FCC are based on jail size, with lower ceilings at larger jails and prisons

TV Tech

FCC Takes First Step in Effort to Require Disclosure of AI-Generated Content In Political Ads

Disclosure requirements would ensure consumers are fully informed when AI-generated content is used in political ads on TV and radio; Commissioner Carr blasted the idea as “a recipe for chaos”

The Texas Tribune

Big price cut ordered for inmate phone and video calls across Texas

A new FCC rule means a cap of 5 cents a minute for most inmate phone and video calls in the state of Texas.

Broadcasting & Cable

Mediacom Hits the Finish Line on Underfunded 'Rip and Replace' Plan for Huawei and ZTE Gear

The cable operator, which received less than half of the federal funds it asked for to complete the task, tells the FCC the work is done

TV Tech

Rosenworcel Calls for New FCC Rules to Strengthen Security Of U.S. Emergency Alert Systems

Her proposals designed to protect EAS systems against emerging cybersecurity threats

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