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fromTelecompetitor
1 week ago

Washington Insider Slams BEAD Satellite Funding Rules: What the States Are Planning

Allocating more BEAD funding to satellite providers may not benefit states or residents effectively.
fromTelecompetitor
1 week ago

Hawaiian Telcom Sets Amibitious Fiber Goal

Hawaiian Telcom focuses on long-term scalability, community impact, and digital equity, prioritizing remote and underserved areas first for fiber internet deployment.
E-Commerce
fromTelecompetitor
3 weeks ago

California Affordable Internet Bill Dropped

California Assembly member Tasha Boerner shelved a bill mandating affordable internet for low-income residents due to recent changes in the BEAD program.
fromTelecompetitor
4 weeks ago

Want More Effective Broadband? Develop More Effective Data: Report

Improved data collection is essential for optimizing broadband technology deployment and addressing current deficiencies in assessment methods.
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fromQuansight
2 months ago

There are lots of accessibility resources

Accessing resources on accessibility is challenging despite their availability.
fromTelecompetitor
2 months ago

BGE Completes IIJA-Funded Middle-Mile Fiber Route

This milestone represents more than just fiber in the ground - it's about the lives we can touch and the communities we can empower, said Sonya Harbaugh, director of Strategy at BGE.
fromTelecompetitor
3 months ago

Oklahoma Fiber-Only BEAD Pool Application Window Opens

Oklahoma's BEAD Program supports broadband expansion with multiple funding pools focused on fiber and non-fiber technologies.
Startup companies
fromTelecompetitor
3 months ago

Who's Cleared to Apply for BEAD Broadband Funding? See Our State-by-State Lists

Many states have cleared network operators for BEAD funding applications.
38 states have initiated or completed the BEAD funding application process.
NTIA urged to maintain current BEAD program rules to avoid delays.
Various processes for qualification exist, with differing states' approaches.
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