Government Leaders Reassure Industry Amid Broadband Transition Concerns
As the nation’s broadband infrastructure buildout advances, government officials are addressing concerns about potential disruptions that could accompany a new presidential administration.
Widespread Service Outages Disrupt Verizon Customers Across the East Coast
Tens of thousands of Verizon customers from major cities including New York, Boston, and Washington, DC, experienced significant service disruptions early Tuesday morning. The company has since restored services, attributing the issue to a brief network problem in the Northeast.
State and Federal Officials Convene in Myrtle Beach to Discuss $42 Billion BEAD Program
Leaders explore strategies to invest BEAD funding, aiming to close the digital divide in underserved areas.
Tennessee Announces $101.6 Million in Broadband and Digital Opportunity Grants
Governor Bill Lee and TNECD launch second round of funding to expand high-speed internet and digital access for thousands of Tennesseans.
Wireless Broadband Market Report 2024: Key Insights and Regional Trend
Prudent Markets releases an in-depth report on the Wireless Broadband Market, highlighting growth drivers, financial trends, and regional developments.
Union County Commits $2M in Federal Funds
The Union County Board of Supervisors took a significant step toward bridging the digital divide last week, formally approving the allocation of $2 million in American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds to support a comprehensive broadband expansion…
U.S. Senators Warner and Kaine Announce $9.46 Million for Rural Broadband Expansion in Virginia
In a significant boost for rural connectivity, U.S. Senators Mark R. Warner and Tim Kaine have announced the allocation of $9.46 million in federal funding to expand high-speed internet access in Virginia’s Carroll and Rockbridge counties.
The Next Evolution in Browser Technology
Recent developments in the browser extension ecosystem, particularly the brief appearance of an AI-powered web assistant codenamed “Jarvis” in the Chrome Web Store, highlight an emerging trend in web browser technology: the integration of sophisticated AI agents as browsing companions. This whitepaper examines the technical implications, implementation challenges, and potential impact of AI web assistants on internet navigation paradigms.
The “Goldilocks” Spectrum: How Mid-Band Fueled the 5G Revolution in the US
As telecom giants invest billions in mid-band spectrum, T-Mobile, Verizon, and AT&T seek to unlock the “sweet spot” for 5G performance across the United States.
Bell Canada Makes Major US Push with $3.65 Billion Acquisition of Ziply Fiber
In a strategic move to expand its presence in the U.S. broadband market, Bell Canada, a subsidiary of BCE, has announced its acquisition of Ziply Fiber, a leading fiber-to-the-home (FTTH) provider based in the Pacific Northwest, for approximately $3.65 billion.
