$158 Million in Grants Approved for Oklahoma Broadband Expansion
Headline: Oklahoma’s Broadband Board has allocated $158 million to fund internet expansion in 28 counties, impacting 28,000 homes and businesses.Article: Funded through ARPA, these grants will be combined with $109 […]
NTIA Approves BEAD Funding Proposals for Georgia, Iowa, Minnesota, and South Carolina
Headline: Four states have received approval to access more than $2.9 billion in BEAD funds, pushing efforts forward to close the digital divide.Article: This milestone enables these states to begin […]
Broadband internet continues to grow in Minnesota
Broadband internet continues to grow significantly in Minnesota, thanks to a combination of state and federal efforts aimed at expanding access, particularly in rural and underserved areas. In 2024, the […]
Fiber vs. 5G Home Internet
Fiber and 5G are both powerful internet options, but each has unique strengths. Fiber offers unmatched speed and reliability, making it ideal for heavy data usage like streaming, gaming, and […]
NTIA Provides Guidance on BEAD Funds Usage for Fixed Wireless and Satellite Networks
Headline: The NTIA has issued new guidance on the use of BEAD funds for Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) and Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite systems. This opens the door for […]
Biden-Harris Administration Approves BEAD Program Proposals for Four States
Headline: The National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) has approved Georgia, Iowa, Minnesota, and South Carolina’s initial proposals for funding under the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) program. The […]
California’s Broadband Investments Lead National Efforts
Headline: California, fueled by the BEAD program and state initiatives, is investing $6 billion to close the digital divide across rural and urban regions.Article: This investment focuses on increasing broadband […]
T-Mobile to Expand Rural Internet Services Using UScellular Spectrum
In a strategic move to enhance connectivity in underserved rural areas, T-Mobile has announced its acquisition of a significant portion of UScellular’s spectrum assets. This $4.4 billion deal aims to […]
Public Comments Sought on BEAD Technology Proposals
Headline: NTIA seeks public input on a draft proposal regarding the use of alternative technologies for the BEAD program.Article: With $42.45 billion in funding, the BEAD program is pivotal in […]
NTIA Publishes New BEAD Alternative Technology Guidance
NTIA’s recent guidance under the BEAD program allows for alternative technologies like satellite and fixed wireless to provide broadband to unserved regions.Article: Issued on August 26, 2024, the BEAD program […]
