Industry Groups Offer Opinions on New BEAD Rules
Headline: Broadband industry groups hold diverse opinions on the new rules for the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) rural broadband funding program.Article: After the new BEAD rules were announced on Friday […]
Changes to federal broadband infrastructure spending will benefit rural areas, WV Gov says
Headline: Patrick Morrisey today praised just-released federal guidance on the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment program and announced that West Virginia is positioned to be among the first states to act under […]
Should LEO Satellite Services Like Starlink Qualify for Fiber-Equivalent Broadband Grants?
As federal broadband funding ramps under programs like BEAD, a growing number of experts are raising concerns over whether low-earth orbit satellite services should be treated on par with fiber for grant eligibility. Critics warn that misclassifying LEO as equivalent could hinder progress toward future-proof digital infrastructure and deepen the digital divide.
5G Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) Expands Despite U.S. Market Maturation
Once considered a niche connectivity solution, 5 G-powered Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) is now a critical global revenue stream for telecom operators, especially in underserved and rural regions. Though U.S. subscriber growth has slowed since its initial boom, the technology is expected to connect over ten million homes by the end of 2024, reshaping broadband competition and pricing dynamics.
Telecoms Fast-Track Cloud-Based BSS/OSS Modernization to Boost Efficiency and CX
As telecom networks evolve to support 5G, IoT, and AI-driven operations, service providers are modernizing their Business and Operational Support Systems (BSS/OSS). A shift toward unified, cloud-native, and API-centric platforms transforms how telecoms manage services, reduce costs, and improve customer experience.
Senate Bill Proposes Major Overhaul of Universal Service Fund to Lower Broadband Costs
A new Senate bill seeks to broaden the Universal Service Fund (USF) contribution base by including broadband and edge providers while limiting FCC authority. The proposed reforms under the “Lowering Broadband Costs for Consumers Act of 2025” aim to stabilize the fund and expand broadband access in high-cost areas.
What you need to know about the new BEAD rules
Headline: NTIA has officially rewritten the rules of the $42.5 billion Broadband Equity, Access and Deployment (BEAD) program, essentially forcing states back to square one on their plans to address […]
