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Brightspeed Offers Details On Its Louisiana BEAD Award

Brightspeed has received $7.5 million in federal funds to expand its fiber broadband network in Louisiana, targeting 2,800 additional locations.

Frontier Awarded $6.5M Grant to Expand Fiber Broadband in Rural Illinois County

Frontier will connect over 700 homes and businesses to fiber broadband in rural Knox County, Illinois, supported by a $6.5 million grant.

Brightspeed Offers Details On Its Louisiana BEAD Award

Brightspeed has received $7.5 million in federal funds to expand its fiber broadband network in Louisiana, targeting 2,800 additional locations.

Frontier Awarded $6.5M Grant to Expand Fiber Broadband in Rural Illinois County

Frontier will connect over 700 homes and businesses to fiber broadband in rural Knox County, Illinois, supported by a $6.5 million grant.
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First BEAD Funding Announced: Here Are the Louisiana Awardees!

Louisiana is the first state to allocate $1.355 billion in BEAD rural broadband funding aimed at enhancing broadband access statewide.

NRECA: "True-Up" Process Can Avoid BEAD-Funded Overbuilds

The NRECA urges a 'true-up' process to confirm location eligibility for BEAD funding, ensuring funds are not wasted on overbuilt areas.

NTCA's Bloomfield Shares Good and Bad of BEAD Implementation in U.S. House Testimony

BEAD is crucial for rural broadband, but its implementation is slower than desired, leading to frustration among rural providers.

First BEAD Funding Announced: Here Are the Louisiana Awardees!

Louisiana is the first state to allocate $1.355 billion in BEAD rural broadband funding aimed at enhancing broadband access statewide.

NRECA: "True-Up" Process Can Avoid BEAD-Funded Overbuilds

The NRECA urges a 'true-up' process to confirm location eligibility for BEAD funding, ensuring funds are not wasted on overbuilt areas.

NTCA's Bloomfield Shares Good and Bad of BEAD Implementation in U.S. House Testimony

BEAD is crucial for rural broadband, but its implementation is slower than desired, leading to frustration among rural providers.
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Province inks $100 M deal with Starlink to provide internet to 15K homes and businesses in northern Ontario | CBC News

Ontario government partners with Starlink to provide high-speed internet to rural communities, investing nearly $4 billion by June 2025.
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Can satellite internet bridge India's digital divide? DW 10/30/2024

Satellite internet is poised for significant growth in India, addressing connectivity for remote areas and bridging the digital divide.

UK government pledges 500m to expand broadband and mobile coverage in rural areas

The Labour government allocates £500 million to enhance broadband and mobile services in rural areas, reinforcing its commitment to digital connectivity across the UK.

UK government accelerates 4G roll-out in rural Wales | Computer Weekly

The UK government is enhancing rural connectivity in Wales through the Shared Rural Network programme, boosting economic growth and closing the digital divide.

Conexon Completes Fourth Fiber Network

Conexon Connect and Ocmulgee EMC completed a high-speed fiber broadband network, achieving full coverage for 8,000 members in rural Georgia eight months ahead of schedule.

Can satellite internet bridge India's digital divide? DW 10/30/2024

Satellite internet is poised for significant growth in India, addressing connectivity for remote areas and bridging the digital divide.

UK government pledges 500m to expand broadband and mobile coverage in rural areas

The Labour government allocates £500 million to enhance broadband and mobile services in rural areas, reinforcing its commitment to digital connectivity across the UK.

UK government accelerates 4G roll-out in rural Wales | Computer Weekly

The UK government is enhancing rural connectivity in Wales through the Shared Rural Network programme, boosting economic growth and closing the digital divide.

Conexon Completes Fourth Fiber Network

Conexon Connect and Ocmulgee EMC completed a high-speed fiber broadband network, achieving full coverage for 8,000 members in rural Georgia eight months ahead of schedule.
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'I hope the younger generation will stay' - Kerry's Black Valley locals celebrates connection to high-speed broadband

Broadband rollout in the Black Valley enhances connectivity, providing vital support for locals and future generations.

The Right Technology for the Future: Industry Perspective with Shirley Bloomfield

Fiber technology is crucial for future broadband development due to its capacity, long-term cost-effectiveness, and ability to meet rising consumer demands.

Connexin completes 'significant' first stage of Project Gigabit contract | Computer Weekly

Connexin is advancing broadband accessibility in rural areas through Project Gigabit, which aims for national gigabit coverage by 2030.

CVT to Bring Gig Fiber Broadband to Remote Communities in Alaska

Copper Valley Telecom is improving broadband in Tatitlek with a new gigabit fiber project funded by a $16.5 million USDA grant.

CityFibre extends Project Gigabit, Sky Broadband eases full-fibre switching | Computer Weekly

The UK's Project Gigabit aims for full gigabit broadband coverage by 2030 to enhance connectivity and economic growth, especially in rural areas.

'I hope the younger generation will stay' - Kerry's Black Valley locals celebrates connection to high-speed broadband

Broadband rollout in the Black Valley enhances connectivity, providing vital support for locals and future generations.

The Right Technology for the Future: Industry Perspective with Shirley Bloomfield

Fiber technology is crucial for future broadband development due to its capacity, long-term cost-effectiveness, and ability to meet rising consumer demands.

Connexin completes 'significant' first stage of Project Gigabit contract | Computer Weekly

Connexin is advancing broadband accessibility in rural areas through Project Gigabit, which aims for national gigabit coverage by 2030.

CVT to Bring Gig Fiber Broadband to Remote Communities in Alaska

Copper Valley Telecom is improving broadband in Tatitlek with a new gigabit fiber project funded by a $16.5 million USDA grant.

CityFibre extends Project Gigabit, Sky Broadband eases full-fibre switching | Computer Weekly

The UK's Project Gigabit aims for full gigabit broadband coverage by 2030 to enhance connectivity and economic growth, especially in rural areas.
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Ziply Exec Expects Colocation Offering to Be Popular in Rural Areas

Ziply Fiber's new colocation services aim to meet growing demand, especially in rural areas, by providing secure and customizable options.
The colocation offering is designed to be more economical than traditional data centers.

"We Take 'Internet for All' Seriously": Alaska's Broadband Director on Getting to 100%

Alaska received over $1 billion in broadband funding, surpassing initial expectations and acknowledging its unique connectivity challenges.
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Starlink competitor AST SpaceMobile launched its Bluebird smartphone satellites this morning

AST SpaceMobile successfully launched its satellites to enable standard smartphones to function as satellite phones, enhancing communication in remote areas.

When Will Full Fibre Broadband Be Available To All Homes In The UK?

The rollout of full fibre broadband in the UK is essential for future connectivity, offering faster and more reliable internet access.

Gruner Veltliner winegrowers gain ultra-fast fibre connectivity | Computer Weekly

The partnership enhances rural Lower Austria with gigabit connectivity, boosting economic growth and social interaction.

UScellular and Tarana Partner to Bring FWA in West Plains, Missouri

UScellular and Tarana Wireless are enhancing broadband accessibility in Missouri using ngFWA technology.

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.
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