Pakistan businesses reeling from slow internet blame testing for firewall
Internet issues have significantly impacted the effectiveness of online tech courses in Pakistan, with major connectivity problems linked to government internet regulation.
Pakistan IT org warns that bad internet could kill industry
Government internet policies threaten to undermine Pakistan's IT industry and export potential.
Pakistan businesses reeling from slow internet blame testing for firewall
Internet issues have significantly impacted the effectiveness of online tech courses in Pakistan, with major connectivity problems linked to government internet regulation.
Pakistan IT org warns that bad internet could kill industry
Government internet policies threaten to undermine Pakistan's IT industry and export potential.
New York Awards $140M for Publicly Owned Broadband Networks
New York invests $140 million in broadband expansion to enhance internet access across public networks.
Zayo Wins Middle Mile Project Funding in Dallas County, Texas
Zayo secures $27.8 million from ARPA for a middle-mile network in Dallas County, expanding internet access to 24,000 underserved households.
New Mexico Awards $40 Million in Broadband Grants
New Mexico has allocated over $40 million in grants to expand high-speed broadband access for underserved communities.
Vermont Announces $8M More Available for Broadband Buildout
Vermont Community Broadband Board announces $8 million in new funds to enhance broadband access across the state, aiming for sustainability and universal service.
New York Awards $140M for Publicly Owned Broadband Networks
New York invests $140 million in broadband expansion to enhance internet access across public networks.
Zayo Wins Middle Mile Project Funding in Dallas County, Texas
Zayo secures $27.8 million from ARPA for a middle-mile network in Dallas County, expanding internet access to 24,000 underserved households.
New Mexico Awards $40 Million in Broadband Grants
New Mexico has allocated over $40 million in grants to expand high-speed broadband access for underserved communities.
Vermont Announces $8M More Available for Broadband Buildout
Vermont Community Broadband Board announces $8 million in new funds to enhance broadband access across the state, aiming for sustainability and universal service.
Millions of Low-Income Families Set to Lose Internet Subsidies
Low-income households rely on Affordable Connectivity Program for internet access
Program funding set to run out this spring, impacting millions of households
Join the Movement for Public Broadband in PDX
Portland's existing IRNE network is underutilized, leading to high internet costs and limited access for residents.
NTIA Approves Two More States' Digital Equity Capacity Grant Applications
NTIA approved funding for Alaska and Ohio to implement digital equity plans, enhancing access to high-speed Internet.
NTIA Approves Five More States' Digital Equity Capacity Grant Applications
The NTIA is funding digital equity initiatives to enhance access to affordable, reliable high-speed internet and improve digital skills in communities.
Millions of Low-Income Families Set to Lose Internet Subsidies
Low-income households rely on Affordable Connectivity Program for internet access
Program funding set to run out this spring, impacting millions of households
Join the Movement for Public Broadband in PDX
Portland's existing IRNE network is underutilized, leading to high internet costs and limited access for residents.
NTIA Approves Two More States' Digital Equity Capacity Grant Applications
NTIA approved funding for Alaska and Ohio to implement digital equity plans, enhancing access to high-speed Internet.
NTIA Approves Five More States' Digital Equity Capacity Grant Applications
The NTIA is funding digital equity initiatives to enhance access to affordable, reliable high-speed internet and improve digital skills in communities.
How to get cheaper internet access now that the ACP is gone: 5 ways
The end of the Affordable Connectivity Program leaves millions without affordable internet access, impacting their ability to work and educate their children.
FCC explicitly prohibits fast lanes, closing possible net neutrality loophole
The FCC clarified net neutrality rules to prohibit types of fast lanes, aiming to maintain equal internet access.
SpaceX President tells Brazil to 'stop harassing Starlink'
SpaceX urges Brazil to cease actions against Starlink that hinder internet access for Brazilians.
FCC launches a formal inquiry into why broadband data caps are terrible
The FCC is investigating broadband data caps due to their negative impacts on consumers and competition.
FCC Taking on Data Caps with Portal, NOI
The FCC is exploring data caps' effects on consumers and businesses to ensure fair access to broadband services.
The FCC is looking into the impact of broadband data caps and why they still exist
The FCC is examining the impact of broadband data caps on consumers and competition.
How to get cheaper internet access now that the ACP is gone: 5 ways
The end of the Affordable Connectivity Program leaves millions without affordable internet access, impacting their ability to work and educate their children.
FCC explicitly prohibits fast lanes, closing possible net neutrality loophole
The FCC clarified net neutrality rules to prohibit types of fast lanes, aiming to maintain equal internet access.
SpaceX President tells Brazil to 'stop harassing Starlink'
SpaceX urges Brazil to cease actions against Starlink that hinder internet access for Brazilians.
FCC launches a formal inquiry into why broadband data caps are terrible
The FCC is investigating broadband data caps due to their negative impacts on consumers and competition.
FCC Taking on Data Caps with Portal, NOI
The FCC is exploring data caps' effects on consumers and businesses to ensure fair access to broadband services.
The FCC is looking into the impact of broadband data caps and why they still exist
The FCC is examining the impact of broadband data caps on consumers and competition.
No, SpaceX's Starlink Internet Isn't Free for All Hurricane Survivors
Musk's free internet promise for hurricane victims requires hardware purchase, complicating financial relief efforts.
SpaceX sends 20 more Starlink satellites to orbit in successful launch
SpaceX successfully launched 20 additional Starlink satellites from California, further expanding global internet access via low Earth orbit.
Starlink a key technology for Brazil's military: Department of Ministry letter
Starlink is crucial for Brazil's military operations and also provides essential communication for remote schools and hospitals.
Get High-Speed Internet on the Go With Starlink's Mini Dish
Starlink Mini provides reliable high-speed internet access anywhere in the US, perfect for digital nomads and van-lifers.
Starlink signs deal with Niger's ruling military Junta
Starlink will improve internet access in Niger, providing high-speed service at low cost, and supporting various sectors.
Musk's Free' Internet Offer to Hurricane Victims Requires $400 Hardware and Automatically Subscribes Users to $120-a-Month Plan
Musk's Starlink offer for Hurricane Helene victims is criticized for requiring costly hardware and automatic subscriptions, undermining its perceived benevolence.
No, SpaceX's Starlink Internet Isn't Free for All Hurricane Survivors
Musk's free internet promise for hurricane victims requires hardware purchase, complicating financial relief efforts.
SpaceX sends 20 more Starlink satellites to orbit in successful launch
SpaceX successfully launched 20 additional Starlink satellites from California, further expanding global internet access via low Earth orbit.
Starlink a key technology for Brazil's military: Department of Ministry letter
Starlink is crucial for Brazil's military operations and also provides essential communication for remote schools and hospitals.
Get High-Speed Internet on the Go With Starlink's Mini Dish
Starlink Mini provides reliable high-speed internet access anywhere in the US, perfect for digital nomads and van-lifers.
Starlink signs deal with Niger's ruling military Junta
Starlink will improve internet access in Niger, providing high-speed service at low cost, and supporting various sectors.
Musk's Free' Internet Offer to Hurricane Victims Requires $400 Hardware and Automatically Subscribes Users to $120-a-Month Plan
Musk's Starlink offer for Hurricane Helene victims is criticized for requiring costly hardware and automatic subscriptions, undermining its perceived benevolence.
Taara aims to connect billions by using light beams for data transmission in hard-to-reach areas.
The technology is a viable alternative to traditional fiber optics.
Study Smart, Save Big-Get Connected NOW Without Breaking the Bank
Students in Oregon need flexible, affordable internet options to support online learning and research.
Creating, educating and being present - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
The rise of the internet offers unprecedented educational opportunities, emphasizing the importance of collaboration and hands-on experience in learning.
Beaming the Internet
Taara aims to connect billions by using light beams for data transmission in hard-to-reach areas.
The technology is a viable alternative to traditional fiber optics.
Study Smart, Save Big-Get Connected NOW Without Breaking the Bank
Students in Oregon need flexible, affordable internet options to support online learning and research.
Creating, educating and being present - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
The rise of the internet offers unprecedented educational opportunities, emphasizing the importance of collaboration and hands-on experience in learning.
Where fast 5G is missing, Nokia and NTT Data will bring it
Nokia and NTT DATA are deploying private 5G networks globally, enhancing internet access in underserved areas, starting with Brownsville, Texas. Ensures fast, reliable connectivity.
Major outage: Verizon confirms it's working to restore service after widespread complaints
Verizon experienced a major outage affecting mobile services, particularly impacting calls and internet access for many users.
Industry experts discuss bridging the digital divide in NYC
Improved internet access in underserved NYC communities is a result of public-private partnerships and lessons learned from the pandemic.
The COVID-19 pandemic revealed significant disparities in internet access necessary for education.
The Path To Better Internet Is With Flying Routers - Really
High-altitude platforms could bridge the global digital divide, providing internet access to 3 billion people without reliable connections.
T-Mobile Partners with Boys & Girls Clubs to Promote Digital Access
T-Mobile's Project 10Million pledges increased data allowances to support the nearly 17 million U.S. school children lacking reliable internet.
1 in 6 Homes in This State Do Not Have Internet Access
Reliable internet access is essential for equal opportunities in education, employment, and healthcare, especially in underserved areas.
Cox Files Lawsuit Against Rhode Island Over Planned BEAD Funding Usage
Cox Communications' lawsuit claims the distribution of BEAD funding favors wealthy areas over low-income neighborhoods in Rhode Island.
Spectrum and Schneps Media Present
The event aims to address the digital divide and technology gap in New York City, focusing on access to high-speed internet for underserved communities.
Industry experts discuss bridging the digital divide in NYC
Improved internet access in underserved NYC communities is a result of public-private partnerships and lessons learned from the pandemic.
The COVID-19 pandemic revealed significant disparities in internet access necessary for education.
The Path To Better Internet Is With Flying Routers - Really
High-altitude platforms could bridge the global digital divide, providing internet access to 3 billion people without reliable connections.
T-Mobile Partners with Boys & Girls Clubs to Promote Digital Access
T-Mobile's Project 10Million pledges increased data allowances to support the nearly 17 million U.S. school children lacking reliable internet.
1 in 6 Homes in This State Do Not Have Internet Access
Reliable internet access is essential for equal opportunities in education, employment, and healthcare, especially in underserved areas.
Cox Files Lawsuit Against Rhode Island Over Planned BEAD Funding Usage
Cox Communications' lawsuit claims the distribution of BEAD funding favors wealthy areas over low-income neighborhoods in Rhode Island.
Spectrum and Schneps Media Present
The event aims to address the digital divide and technology gap in New York City, focusing on access to high-speed internet for underserved communities.
Elon Musk's X circumvents court-ordered block in Brazil
X utilized third-party cloud services to bypass a block in Brazil, allowing some users to access the platform despite a court ruling.
2 teen girls charged in swarming death of unhoused Toronto man granted bail | CBC News
Two more teen girls who stand charged with second-degree murder in connection with the swarming death of Toronto man Ken Lee have been granted bail.Both girls, whose names cannot be released under the Youth Criminal Justice Act, were released on bail Wednesday after hearings in a downtown Toronto youth court.
The Other Ones Foundation to receive $3M to support Esperanza Community in Austin
AUSTIN, Texas The Travis County Commissioners Court has approved $3 million for a new transitional shelter contract with The Other Ones Foundation (TOOF).The money will go towards the Esperanza Community, a transitional shelter located in East Austin.The complex will be made up of 200 individual shelter units, shaded gathering areas, hygiene facilities and a community center.
Elon Musk's X circumvents court-ordered block in Brazil
X utilized third-party cloud services to bypass a block in Brazil, allowing some users to access the platform despite a court ruling.
2 teen girls charged in swarming death of unhoused Toronto man granted bail | CBC News
Two more teen girls who stand charged with second-degree murder in connection with the swarming death of Toronto man Ken Lee have been granted bail.Both girls, whose names cannot be released under the Youth Criminal Justice Act, were released on bail Wednesday after hearings in a downtown Toronto youth court.
The Other Ones Foundation to receive $3M to support Esperanza Community in Austin
AUSTIN, Texas The Travis County Commissioners Court has approved $3 million for a new transitional shelter contract with The Other Ones Foundation (TOOF).The money will go towards the Esperanza Community, a transitional shelter located in East Austin.The complex will be made up of 200 individual shelter units, shaded gathering areas, hygiene facilities and a community center.
Protect Your Business With One of PCMag's Top 10 VPNs of 2024 | Entrepreneur
Investing in reliable VPN solutions like Windscribe Pro is essential for businesses handling sensitive information and requiring unrestricted internet access.
Addressing Equity Gaps In Online Education
Online learning can significantly enhance student equity by providing previously unavailable opportunities.
Kwikom Confirms $1.9M Kansas Broadband Grant
KWIKOM Communications awarded $1.9 million to expand internet access in rural Kansas with a matching fund of $2.26 million.
Another US state repeals law that protected ISPs from municipal competition
Minnesota repealed laws restricting municipal broadband networks, allowing cities to build their own networks without unnecessary barriers.
College Protests From the Eyes Of Student Journalists | KQED
Protests over Gaza war escalate on college campuses.
Congress investigates San Diego credit union's overdraft fees.
Millions losing internet subsidy in California.
UK dark web 'ban' debate sparked by Brianna Ghey murder
Ciaran Martin, the National Cyber Security Centre's first CEO, called for a greater focus on the dark web in UK schools to limit children's access to it.
Experts highlight the difficulty in achieving technology-based solutions to restrict children's access to the dark web.
Come on, Man': Biden Trashes Trump For Calling America a Failed Nation' and Rooting for a Stock Market Crash
President Biden criticized former President Trump for calling the U.S. a failing nation and wanting a stock market crash.
Biden defended the economic performance under his administration and called out Trump's track record on job growth.
EFF's 2024 In/Out List
Affordable and future-proof internet access for all
Privacy first agenda to prevent mass collection of personal information
Decentralized social media platforms to ensure full user control over what we see online
Sadiq Khan investigating providing London with free WiFi network
Sadiq Khan is considering implementing a free WiFi network in London to improve internet access across the city.
The network could benefit visitors, business transactions, remote workers, and international tourists facing high roaming costs.
Faraday Future Thinks ChatGPT Can Save its Troubled EV
After a string of failed starts, Faraday Future is looking to make up for some lost time by embracing artificial intelligence.The EV startup was founded back in 2014 but has only just started production on its first EV, the FF 91.Faraday Future went through a number of struggles, including financial turmoil and production delays.
Angels Broadcaster Wayne Randazzo Calling Dodgers Game On Apple TV+
The Los Angeles Dodgers are back on Apple TV+ for their series opener against the St. Louis Cardinals on Friday night.The game at Dodger Stadium is exclusively being streamed on Apple TV+ as part of their "Friday Night Baseball" schedule for the 2023 season.Los Angeles Angels broadcaster Wayne Randazzo will handle play-by-play duties and be joined in the booth by Dontrelle Willis, who is in his second season as a Dodgers analyst for SportsNet LA.
FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried tried to bribe Chinese officials, prosecutors say
Federal prosecutors tacked on a 13th criminal charge against Sam Bankman-Fried, accusing the FTX co-founder of bribing one or more Chinese government officials with $40 million worth of cryptocurrency.In the indictment, prosecutors allege that Bankman-Fried sought to pay off Chinese officials in an effort to unfreeze accounts belonging to his hedge fund, Alameda Research.
A 3D-printed rocket launched successfully but failed to reach orbit
The Terran 1 rocket, made largely of 3D-printed metal parts, launched successfully but failed to reach orbit on Wednesday.Trevor Mahlmann/Relativity Space A rocket made almost entirely of printed metal parts made its debut launch Wednesday night, but failed after three minutes of flight far short of reaching orbit.
To my infinite chagrin, we're probably not getting tech IPOs until later this year
But there are reasons to be optimistic we'll get a good crop of public offerings
The IPO market thus far in 2023 has been a goose egg, and we probably won't get any interesting IPOs for another quarter or two.This is incredibly sad for your friendly, local TechCrunch+ reporting crew who love an S-1 more than anything else.
Broadband must be accessible to all, peers told
Broadband should be made more accessible to people on benefits by encouraging them to use discounted deals designed for them, experts say.They told the Lords Digital Committee's digital exclusion hearings that cutting VAT on broadband could help people who struggle with "digital exclusion".
Faraday Future Thinks ChatGPT Can Save its Troubled EV
After a string of failed starts, Faraday Future is looking to make up for some lost time by embracing artificial intelligence.The EV startup was founded back in 2014 but has only just started production on its first EV, the FF 91.Faraday Future went through a number of struggles, including financial turmoil and production delays.
Angels Broadcaster Wayne Randazzo Calling Dodgers Game On Apple TV+
The Los Angeles Dodgers are back on Apple TV+ for their series opener against the St. Louis Cardinals on Friday night.The game at Dodger Stadium is exclusively being streamed on Apple TV+ as part of their "Friday Night Baseball" schedule for the 2023 season.Los Angeles Angels broadcaster Wayne Randazzo will handle play-by-play duties and be joined in the booth by Dontrelle Willis, who is in his second season as a Dodgers analyst for SportsNet LA.
FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried tried to bribe Chinese officials, prosecutors say
Federal prosecutors tacked on a 13th criminal charge against Sam Bankman-Fried, accusing the FTX co-founder of bribing one or more Chinese government officials with $40 million worth of cryptocurrency.In the indictment, prosecutors allege that Bankman-Fried sought to pay off Chinese officials in an effort to unfreeze accounts belonging to his hedge fund, Alameda Research.
A 3D-printed rocket launched successfully but failed to reach orbit
The Terran 1 rocket, made largely of 3D-printed metal parts, launched successfully but failed to reach orbit on Wednesday.Trevor Mahlmann/Relativity Space A rocket made almost entirely of printed metal parts made its debut launch Wednesday night, but failed after three minutes of flight far short of reaching orbit.
To my infinite chagrin, we're probably not getting tech IPOs until later this year
But there are reasons to be optimistic we'll get a good crop of public offerings
The IPO market thus far in 2023 has been a goose egg, and we probably won't get any interesting IPOs for another quarter or two.This is incredibly sad for your friendly, local TechCrunch+ reporting crew who love an S-1 more than anything else.
Broadband must be accessible to all, peers told
Broadband should be made more accessible to people on benefits by encouraging them to use discounted deals designed for them, experts say.They told the Lords Digital Committee's digital exclusion hearings that cutting VAT on broadband could help people who struggle with "digital exclusion".
How To Watch Cardinals-Dodgers On Apple TV+ For Free
The Los Angeles Dodgers are on Apple TV+ Friday night for their first time of the 2023 season as a six-game homestand begins.The series opener against the St. Louis Cardinals won't be televised by SportsNet LA and is only available via live stream.Los Angeles Angels broadcaster Wayne Randazzo is handling play-by-play for the stream, and he's being joined by analyst Dontrelle Willis and reporter Heidi Watney.
Arrests made after two men shot dead in targeted' Cambridgeshire shootings
Three people have been arrested after two men were shot dead in the same hour in two Cambridgeshire villages around six miles apart, with police describing the attacks as targeted and linked.Cambridgeshire police were called to reports of gunshots and found the body of a 32-year-old man inside a house in Meridian Close, Bluntisham just after 9pm on Wednesday night.
ChatGPT Is the Wake-Up Call Schools Need to Limit Tech in Classrooms
Every week I get dozens of emails about ChatGPT and student education.As a professor of law focused on technology and a mom of three kids I am fielding messages from my kids' schools, from my workplace, and from colleagues near and far.They share a sense of panic about the AI chatbot that is able to almost magicallyand instantlygenerate schoolwork that students for centuries produced through laborious research and writing.
Judge Denies Bond to Most Rounded Up in Mass Arrest for Opposing Cop City
Not everyone can pay for the news.But if you can, we need your support.Truthout is widely read among people with lower incomes and among young people who are mired in debt.Our site is read at public libraries, among people without internet access of their own.People print out our articles and send them to family members in prison - we receive letters from behind bars regularly thanking us for our coverage.
Arrests made after two men shot dead in targeted' Cambridgeshire shootings
Three people have been arrested after two men were shot dead in the same hour in two Cambridgeshire villages around six miles apart, with police describing the attacks as targeted and linked.Cambridgeshire police were called to reports of gunshots and found the body of a 32-year-old man inside a house in Meridian Close, Bluntisham just after 9pm on Wednesday night.
ChatGPT Is the Wake-Up Call Schools Need to Limit Tech in Classrooms
Every week I get dozens of emails about ChatGPT and student education.As a professor of law focused on technology and a mom of three kids I am fielding messages from my kids' schools, from my workplace, and from colleagues near and far.They share a sense of panic about the AI chatbot that is able to almost magicallyand instantlygenerate schoolwork that students for centuries produced through laborious research and writing.
Judge Denies Bond to Most Rounded Up in Mass Arrest for Opposing Cop City
Not everyone can pay for the news.But if you can, we need your support.Truthout is widely read among people with lower incomes and among young people who are mired in debt.Our site is read at public libraries, among people without internet access of their own.People print out our articles and send them to family members in prison - we receive letters from behind bars regularly thanking us for our coverage.
The continued trend for embedded mobile network access to become standard on ever more cars will see in-car connectivity hit the accelerator over the next seven years to reach 828.7 million, triple the 2022 total of 279.3 million, according to a study from Rethink Research.As a result, said the company's latest Wireless Watch research report and forecast on the connected car market, revenues derived from car connectivity will increase even more sharply and quadruple to $244bn by 2030, as 5G access becomes increasingly prevalent to deliver added-value services such as ultra HD streaming and more advanced driver assistance system (ADAS) features.
An LAUSD strike survival guide: What you need to know
Here is a guide for coping with the three-day Los Angeles Unified School District walkout set to begin Tuesday morning.The basics The walkout - which will last Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday - would include as many as65,000 workers.Schools would be closed during a strike.That is leaving parents scrambling.
Internet and email usage policy
Internet use in the course of conducting business is a foregone conclusion.For most industries, lacking access is an encumbrance, at best, to getting things done.However, significant risk accompanies internet access, such as viruses, ransomware and data theft, all of which result from unsafe practices.