Rural broadband connectivity has been an issue for some time now. While companies that develop critical infrastructure have made strides in bridging the digital divide, thanks to the support from the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act and Funding for USDA Rural Broadband Programs initiative from...
The Broadband Forum has released updated guidelines to providers to enable competition and offer greater interoperability for operators when it comes to software-defined fiber access networks. The Broadband Forum’s most recent release provides specifications for operator’s systems to make better use of and easily exchange information...
There has been an increased demand for accurate broadband data to pinpoint service availability and areas of improvement. Government entities and telecommunications service providers alike are seeking a one-stop solution for their broadband information needs. Broadband maps can provide these organizations with the ability to...
The FCC has released a plan for addressing broadband discrimination in the United States. Chairwoman, Jessica Rosenworcel, of the Federal Communications Commission has announced its plan of developing a cross-agency task force to address and eradicate broadband or digital discrimination. What is Broadband Discrimination? Digital or broadband discrimination...
BT and OneWeb are developing a low-orbiting satellite functionality for a multitude of services. Other companies are noticing a rural broadband solution. Telecoms have been developing a variety of rural broadband solutions to bridge the digital divide. BT Mobile, the United Kingdom Mobile Virtual Network Provider,...
The coronavirus pandemic has created a need for government relief packages. This includes $7 billion for US broadband. Keep on reading to learn more. A $900 billion Coronavirus Relief Package was passed last week. What does this mean for citizens or businesses? How about US Broadband...