Redirecting BEAD Funds to Support Satellite and Fixed Wireless Broadband
A newly introduced House bill seeks to amend the $42.45 billion Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) Program, allowing states to allocate funds toward satellite and fixed wireless broadband solutions. This legislative move aims to expedite internet access in underserved rural areas, offering a stopgap measure while fiber infrastructure continues to expand.
Broadband Equity and DEI Policy: Do Local Initiatives Clash with Federal Priorities?
As digital equity initiatives proliferate across the United States, like Harris County, Texas’s broadband partnership with US Ignite, questions are surfacing over how these efforts align with the shifting directives on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) under the new federal administration. This article examines whether local broadband programs that prioritize equity risk clash with emerging federal guidance or if they can coexist within a shared framework of digital infrastructure development.
Fixed Wireless Access in the 5G Era: Bridging Gaps in Broadband Coverage
As the digital divide persists in suburban and rural communities, Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) powered by 5G is gaining attention as a viable and cost-effective alternative to fiber and cable. Although early adoption rates have plateaued in some markets, FWA’s long-term growth trajectory remains strong, particularly in enterprise and underserved regions, driven by technological innovation and federal infrastructure investment.
Should We Be Concerned About AI Becoming Self-Aware?
The possibility of artificial intelligence gaining self-awareness has moved beyond science fiction. With rapid advancements in neural networks and generative models, experts from various fields are discussing the consequences of developing machines that could eventually achieve consciousness or a semblance of it. This article examines what “AI self-awareness” truly entails, its feasibility, and the potential effects on society, regulation, and the future of human-AI relationships.
Nearly 300 Hill Staffers Attend “Fiber Day on the Hill” to Learn How Fiber Broadband is Powering America’s Economic and Technological Future
Headline: On April 9, the Fiber Broadband Association (FBA) hosted its annual Fiber Day on the Hill event.Article: nearly 300 Congressional staffers and featuring key voices from both Capitol Hill and the […]
The Broadband Divide in the US Is Not Color Blind
Headline: Surveys show that Black, Hispanic and Native Americans are significantly less likely than their white counterparts to have a home internet connection and computer.Article: In early March, Karen Kama […]
Spacecoin plans $2-per-month satellite broadband in emerging markets
Headline: Spacecoin plans to launch affordable satellite Internet in India, Nigeria, and Indonesia in 2026Article: The satellite-based communication space is heating up in India and other emerging markets, with another […]
