Group Targets Longmeadow Municipal Broadband Plan
https://broadbandbreakfast.com/group-targets-longmeadow-municipal-broadband-plan/
Published: May 4, 2026 22:22
The group has spent thousands advertising against the plan.
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Ligado Wants NOAA Spectrum for Direct-to-Device Satellite Service
https://broadbandbreakfast.com/ligado-wants-noaa-spectrum-for-direct-to-device-satellite-service/
Published: May 4, 2026 21:51
Aviation groups and others told Congress they feared interference from Ligado’s plans.
In the PR Battle for AI Data Centers, Tech Giants Got a Blue-Collar Ally
Published: May 4, 2026 21:16
Tech execs talk of needing to train hundreds of thousands more skilled workers.
Mamdani Announces $2 Million to Expand Free Broadband Access
https://broadbandbreakfast.com/mamdani-announces-2-million-to-expand-free-broadband-access/
Published: May 4, 2026 20:58
Program will reach more than 700 NYC households this summer and thousands more over two years.
WideOpenWest Announces Broadband Expansion Plans
https://broadbandbreakfast.com/wideopenwest-announces-broadband-expansion-plans/
Published: May 4, 2026 19:57
Fiber upgrades are planned in three Michigan counties.
Bill to Increase Oversight of BEAD Broadband Grants Filed
https://broadbandbreakfast.com/bill-to-increase-oversight-of-bead-broadband-grants-filed/
Published: May 4, 2026 19:33
The legislation would place new responsibilities on the Commerce Department.
VATI Program Drives Broadband Expansion in Virginia
https://broadbandbreakfast.com/vati-program-drives-broadband-expansion-in-virginia/
Published: May 4, 2026 19:10
State initiative has delivered broadband to more than 221,500 locations to date.
U.S. Must Improve Response to Subsea Cable Sabotage, Lawmakers Warn
https://broadbandbreakfast.com/u-s-must-improve-response-to-subsea-cable-sabotage-lawmakers-warn/
Published: May 4, 2026 17:48
Officials call for stronger sanctions and improved monitoring for undersea infrastructure.
Amazon Leo’s Satellite Total Surpasses 300
https://broadbandbreakfast.com/amazon-leos-satellite-total-surpasses-300/
Published: May 4, 2026 17:19
The company's latest launch deployed 32 satellites into low-Earth orbit.
Wisconsin Officials Press Feds Over Stalled Broadband Funds
https://broadbandbreakfast.com/wisconsin-officials-press-feds-over-stalled-broadband-funds/
Published: May 4, 2026 16:48
Lack of federal guidance halts more than $300 million in obligated state broadband funding.
Zayo Completes Crown Castle Fiber Acquisition
https://broadbandbreakfast.com/zayo-completes-crown-castle-fiber-acquisition/
Published: May 4, 2026 15:19
The $8.5 billion deal expands Zayo’s network by 90,000 route miles.
Here’s a Number Wall Street’s Starting to Care About: (888) GO-STARLINK
https://broadbandbreakfast.com/heres-a-number-wall-streets-starting-to-care-about-888-go-starlink/
Published: May 4, 2026 12:47
On earnings calls, analysts are starting to use up their limited quota of questions to ask CEOs if they are feeling any heat from Elon Musk's Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite constellation.
Eric Bethras: From Fiber to Fabric, the Next Evolution of BEAD
https://broadbandbreakfast.com/eric-bethras-from-fiber-to-fabric-the-next-evolution-of-bead/
Published: May 3, 2026 22:55
Maryland officials are urging NTIA and Congress to let states use remaining BEAD funds for integrated, multi-use infrastructure rather than single-purpose broadband builds.
AT&T Cuts Home Broadband Price for Low-Income Americans
https://broadbandbreakfast.com/at-t-cuts-home-broadband-price-for-low-income-americans/
Published: May 2, 2026 20:14
Families who qualify for federal assistance will receive a $25 discount.
FCC Grants 26 Rip and Replace Extensions
https://broadbandbreakfast.com/fcc-grants-26-rip-and-replace-extensions/
Published: May 1, 2026 21:41
The agency also released its list of approved AWS-3 bidders.
FCC Proposes to Streamline Broadband Data Collection
https://broadbandbreakfast.com/fcc-proposes-to-streamline-broadband-data-collection/
Published: May 1, 2026 21:14
Rural providers warn accuracy issues remain as agency moves to simplify system.
Charter CEO Discloses Stock Purchase
https://broadbandbreakfast.com/charter-ceo-discloses-stock-purchase/
Published: May 1, 2026 21:02
The buy appears opportunistic after recent losses.
Carr: FCC Open to Ideas on Tentative Rural Subsidy Inquiry
https://broadbandbreakfast.com/carr-fcc-open-to-ideas-on-tentative-rural-subsidy-inquiry/
Published: May 1, 2026 20:40
He didn’t say how the agency felt about House lawmakers’ effort to block the NextNav petition.
Wireless Prices Fall as Inflation Rises, CTIA Finds
https://broadbandbreakfast.com/wireless-prices-fall-as-inflation-rises-ctia-finds/
Published: May 1, 2026 19:17
CTIA’s wireless affordability tracker shows faster speeds and lower data costs.
1977-2026: Computing, the Internet and Artificial Intelligence
https://broadbandbreakfast.com/1977-2026-computing-the-internet-and-artificial-intelligence/
Published: May 1, 2026 19:06
The final installment of Broadband Breakfast's three-part series covers 1977–2026, when computing, the internet, and artificial intelligence reshaped American life.
1927-1976: Broadcasting, Cable and the Creation of the Media
https://broadbandbreakfast.com/1927-1976-broadcasting-cable-and-the-creation-of-the-media/
Published: May 1, 2026 18:30
The second installment of Broadband Breakfast's three-part series covers 1927–1976, when broadcasting and cable created the modern American media.
Broadband Breakfast on June 17, 2026 – 1876-1926: The Telephone and the Transatlantic Cable
Published: May 1, 2026 18:22
Broadband Breakfast kicks off a three-part series on 250 years of American independence and 150 years of American telecommunications.
Seattle Considers 365-Day Data Center Moratorium
https://broadbandbreakfast.com/seattle-considers-365-day-data-center-moratorium/
Published: May 1, 2026 17:28
Rising power demand and public pressure push city councilmembers to consider a pause.
Shentel Up 6,000 Fiber Subs, Seeing Some Starlink Competition
https://broadbandbreakfast.com/shentel-up-6-000-fiber-subs-seeing-some-starlink-competition/
Published: May 1, 2026 16:08
Cable One stock tumbled after an ARPU dip.
Bill Introduced to Expand Enrollment of Lifeline Program
https://broadbandbreakfast.com/bill-introduced-to-expand-enrollment-of-lifeline-program/
Published: May 1, 2026 15:40
State grants would support program outreach and enrollment.
Cable One Keeps Leaking Broadband Subs Under New CEO Holanda
https://broadbandbreakfast.com/cable-one-keeps-leaking-broadband-subs-under-new-ceo-holanda/
Published: May 1, 2026 12:49
Net debt expected to surge later in the year after taking full control of Vyve Broadband
Federal AI Turns to Factories as Cloud Limits Emerge
https://broadbandbreakfast.com/federal-ai-turns-to-factories-as-cloud-limits-emerge/
Published: April 30, 2026 23:00
AI workloads and security demands require infrastructure beyond the cloud, tech leaders say.
FCC Splits On E-Rate Bidding Portal
https://broadbandbreakfast.com/fcc-splits-on-e-rate-bidding-portal/
Published: April 30, 2026 22:12
The proposal passed despite pushback from stakeholders and commissioner Gomez.
FCC Adopts New Satellite Spectrum Sharing Rules
https://broadbandbreakfast.com/fcc-adopts-new-satellite-spectrum-sharing-rules/
Published: April 30, 2026 20:26
The agency also adopted two items aimed at targeting China.
Federal Preemption of State AI Laws Threaten Worker Safety
https://broadbandbreakfast.com/federal-preemption-of-state-ai-laws-threaten-worker-safety/
Published: April 30, 2026 20:18
Panelists called for guardrails against AI at the federal, state and local level.
Senate Introduces Bills Targeting Kids’ AI Safety and Literacy
https://broadbandbreakfast.com/senate-introduces-bills-targeting-kids-ai-safety-and-literacy/
Published: April 30, 2026 19:25
AI chatbots pose real risks for kids, senators agree.
Inseego Set to Acquire Nokia’s Fixed Wireless Access Business
https://broadbandbreakfast.com/inseego-set-to-acquire-nokias-fixed-wireless-access-business/
Published: April 30, 2026 19:05
The transaction is expected to double Inseego’s revenue.
House Passes Farm Bill
https://broadbandbreakfast.com/house-passes-farm-bill/
Published: April 30, 2026 18:56
Rural broadband programs extended through 2031.
Louisiana Clears First Batch of NEPA Approvals for BEAD
https://broadbandbreakfast.com/louisiana-clears-first-batch-of-nepa-approvals-for-bead/
Published: April 30, 2026 17:39
The state is hoping to get all projects past environmental reviews by July 4.
T-Mobile Wants Even More Oversight for FirstNet Authority
https://broadbandbreakfast.com/t-mobile-wants-even-more-oversight-for-firstnet-authority/
Published: April 30, 2026 17:16
The House passed a reauthorization bill that would give NTIA more authority over the agency.
Oregon Pushes Back on Lifeline Fraud Findings
https://broadbandbreakfast.com/oregon-pushes-back-on-lifeline-fraud-findings/
Published: April 30, 2026 15:38
State regulators said federal policies kept some deceased Lifeline subscribers active.
eX2 Technology Announces Dark Fiber Agreement with Navajo County
https://broadbandbreakfast.com/ex2-technology-announces-dark-fiber-agreement-with-navajo-county/
Published: April 30, 2026 14:56
The agreement furthers broadband access in tribal nations and the state of Arizona.
NAB Allegedly ‘Lambasts’ Carr in Statement That Failed to Mention Carr, Disney, ABC, or Jimmy Kimmel by Name
Published: April 30, 2026 12:51
NAB’s statement said a lot about TV station licensing process but nothing about Jimmy Kimmel’s rude commentary on ABC aimed at First Lady Melania Trump for which he has refused to apologize
Rural-Focused $42 Billion Broadband Equity, Access and Deployment Program Becomes Operational
Published: April 30, 2026 10:29
Early signs of a massive federal broadband expansion effort are beginning to reach local communities.
Sanders Convenes Chinese and American Computer Scientists to Warn of Threat from AI
Published: April 30, 2026 02:01
'The richest, most powerful people in the world are now building a runaway train with no brakes,' Sanders said.
Internal Divisions Force House Republicans to Delay Farm Bill Vote
https://broadbandbreakfast.com/internal-divisions-force-house-republicans-to-delay-farm-bill-vote/
Published: April 29, 2026 22:48
Meanwhile, House appropriators advance spending bill with $88 million for USDA broadband efforts.
Astound Suing Dish over Contract Fees
https://broadbandbreakfast.com/astound-suing-dish-over-contract-fees/
Published: April 29, 2026 22:00
EchoStar insisted it was forced to sell licenses to ‘buyers approved by the FCC.’
Experts Warn Lagging IT And Communications Technology Threatens U.S. Security
Published: April 29, 2026 21:07
House lawmakers question witnesses on the current state of homeland security.
Older Adults Technology Gap Persists Despite Gains: Broadband Breakfast Panelists
Published: April 29, 2026 21:06
One panelist called the broadband gap among older Americans a national crisis
Energy Subcommittee Hearing Focuses on Affordability, Grid Modernization
Published: April 29, 2026 20:42
House Subcommittee heard from industry experts on the impact of seven proposed bills.
Elon Musk Gets an Apology From California Regulators as a SpaceX Lawsuit is Settled
Published: April 29, 2026 20:10
SpaceX had sued the commission over its opposition to expanding the launch schedule for Falcon 9 rockets
FCC to Consider High Cost Update at May Meeting
https://broadbandbreakfast.com/fcc-to-consider-high-cost-update-at-may-meeting/
Published: April 29, 2026 17:54
The agency will also vote on broadband data collection and robocall items.
T-Mobile CEO: No Comment on Deutsche Telekom Merger Rumors
https://broadbandbreakfast.com/t-mobile-ceo-no-comment-on-deutsche-telekom-merger-rumors/
Published: April 29, 2026 16:37
Also, the carrier’s direct-to-cell service with SpaceX has been seeing less usage than expected.
T-Mobile Teams with Starlink on SuperBroadband, an Enterprise Offer with a $250 Monthly Price Tag
Published: April 29, 2026 12:44
‘Traditional Internet relies on a single connection and often requires multiple providers to achieve redundancy. SuperBroadband brings 5G and Starlink together in one managed service …’ T-Mobile says
FCC Weighs Efforts to Address Robocalls as Industry Pushes Back
https://broadbandbreakfast.com/fcc-weighs-efforts-to-address-robocalls-as-industry-pushes-back/
Published: April 28, 2026 23:30
Comments on proposals urge caution based on the current technology landscape
T-Mobile Adds More Than 500,000 Broadband Subs
https://broadbandbreakfast.com/t-mobile-adds-more-than-500-000-broadband-subs/
Published: April 28, 2026 23:08
The company is no longer reporting individual subscriber metrics.
Catalina Island Getting Closer to Fiber Internet Service
https://broadbandbreakfast.com/catalina-island-getting-closer-to-fiber-internet-service/
Published: April 28, 2026 21:34
The project will provide the island's 3,500 residents with high-speed internet.
FTC Drops NewsGuard Probe After Yearlong Dispute
https://broadbandbreakfast.com/ftc-drops-newsguard-probe-after-yearlong-dispute/
Published: April 28, 2026 21:01
Case raises questions about federal scrutiny of private content-rating firms
Elon Musk Takes Stand in Trial vs. Sam Altman That Could Reshape AI's Future
Published: April 28, 2026 20:12
The jury was selected Monday.
Grain Aiming to Lease Direct-to-Device Spectrum 90 Days After Deal Closing
Published: April 28, 2026 19:39
The firm’s founder David Grain met with FCC Chairman Brendan Carr last week to pitch the arrangement.
Capito Bill Tightens FCC Vetting of Broadband Providers
https://broadbandbreakfast.com/capito-bill-tightens-fcc-vetting-of-broadband-providers/
Published: April 28, 2026 18:59
Measure targets accountability in how federal broadband funds are awarded
California Utilities Have a Solution to Soaring Energy Prices: More Data Centers
Published: April 28, 2026 17:42
PG&E believes more data centers may be the key to repairing the price crunch in California.
AFL-CIO President Calls AI 'Single Biggest Threat to Working People of Our Lifetime'
Published: April 28, 2026 17:24
President Liz Shuler, whose federation of unions represents 15 million workers, pushed for guardrails on AI.
Lou Blatt: AI Models as Sovereign Assets, or Redefining Data Control in Emergency Communications
Published: April 28, 2026 17:06
As AI reshapes emergency communications, public safety agencies must rethink data sovereignty as a matter of operational readiness rather than basic compliance.
Labels Drop Copyright Suits Against Verizon, Optimum After Cox Ruling
https://broadbandbreakfast.com/labels-drop-copyright-suits-against-verizon-optimum-after-cox-ruling/
Published: April 28, 2026 16:42
The music industry was seeking $2.6 billion from Verizon and $1.6 billion from Optimum.
T-Mobile Investing $2.7 billion in New Fiber JVs
https://broadbandbreakfast.com/t-mobile-investing-2-7-billion-in-new-fiber-jvs/
Published: April 28, 2026 15:13
The carrier also announced a new business internet service with Starlink.
AT&T Slashes 5G Home Internet Service by $25 a Month (or 42%) for Low-Income Customers
Published: April 28, 2026 12:52
The company is effectively creating its own Affordable Connectivity Program by slashing the retail price of AT&T Internet Air for Americans who qualify under 18 federal need‑based assistance programs
Japan’s SoftBank Getting Closer to Owing U.S. ISP WideOpenWest
https://broadbandbreakfast.com/japans-softbank-getting-closer-to-owing-u-s-isp-wideopenwest/
Published: April 27, 2026 23:12
DigitalBridge shareholders approve broadband company’s sale to SoftBank.
California Middle-Mile Project Advances as Network Operator Selected
https://broadbandbreakfast.com/california-middle-mile-project-advances-as-network-operator-selected/
Published: April 27, 2026 22:30
About 46 percent of fiber installation complete, state officials say.
Amazon to Launch Leo 6 Satellites
https://broadbandbreakfast.com/amazon-to-launch-leo-6-satellites/
Published: April 27, 2026 22:00
Mission advances buildout of low-earth orbit satellite network
FCC’s Carr Signals Tougher Oversight of Broadband Subsidies
https://broadbandbreakfast.com/fccs-carr-signals-tougher-oversight-of-broadband-subsidies/
Published: April 27, 2026 21:11
FCC conducting a ‘top-to-bottom’ evaluation of USF programs, Carr says.
USF Reform Draft Expected By End Of May, Lawmaker Says
https://broadbandbreakfast.com/usf-reform-draft-expected-by-end-of-may-lawmaker-says/
Published: April 27, 2026 20:41
Hudson calls current funding model unsustainable as reform talks advance.
Open Access Operator SiFi Sold
https://broadbandbreakfast.com/open-access-operator-sifi-sold/
Published: April 27, 2026 20:02
A Dutch pension fund manager and German investment firm acquired the company for an undisclosed sum.
RUS Signals Launch of Next ReConnect Funding Round
https://broadbandbreakfast.com/rus-signals-launch-of-next-reconnect-funding-round/
Published: April 27, 2026 19:08
Elmshaeuser says program remains central as federal broadband funding expands
Homeowners Say Ezee Fiber Damaged Homes, Communicated Poorly
https://broadbandbreakfast.com/homeowners-say-ezee-fiber-damaged-homes-communicated-poorly/
Published: April 27, 2026 18:30
Homeowners say the company is uncommunicative and disorganized.
NTIA To Set Guidance For $21B In BEAD Funds Within ‘a Few Months’
https://broadbandbreakfast.com/ntia-to-set-guidance-for-21-b-in-bead-funds-within-a-few-months/
Published: April 27, 2026 18:29
Agency says it is on track to deliver universal broadband as billions remain unspent
Verizon Beats With 55,000 Postpaid Phone Additions
https://broadbandbreakfast.com/verizon-beats-with-55-000-postpaid-phone-additions/
Published: April 27, 2026 16:11
The company is in 'deep discussions' to provide infrastructure to hyperscalers, CEO Dan Schulman said.
FCC Split on Lifeline Eligibility Reforms, Gomez Says
https://broadbandbreakfast.com/fcc-split-on-lifeline-eligibility-reforms-gomez-says/
Published: April 27, 2026 15:00
Commissioner calls subsidy ‘measly’ amid current affordability crisis
Reps. Gottheimer, Stefanik, and Suozzi Send Bipartisan Letter to TikTok CEO
Published: April 27, 2026 14:24
Members suggested improved age verification measures.
Newsmax CEO Chris Ruddy on White House Press Dinner Shooting: 'I Heard Thud, Thud, Thud, Thud'
Published: April 27, 2026 12:39
Conservative media leader and Trump confidant tells Policyband what it was like being inside the Washington Hilton ballroom when the shots rang out Saturday night