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AT&T customers who had data throttled without notice could receive payment from FTC

The FTC is using $7 million in remaining funds to pay out customers AT&T failed to reach.

On Jan 19, 2023 by Jacob Seitz

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FCC’s new broadband mapping effort already hit with congressional criticism

Despite the massive undertaking, there are still flaws.

On Jan 11, 2023 by David Covucci

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Advocacy groups to Senate: ‘Enough is enough’ with delays on a vote on Biden’s FCC pick

If confirmed, Sohn would have an immediate impact at the FCC. 

On Jan 8, 2023 by Andrew Wyrich

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Gigi Sohn to be renominated to FCC

It's still unclear if she can get through the Senate., though she now faces an easier path.

On Jan 3, 2023 by Karl Bode

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Democrats now have the votes to get Gigi Sohn on the FCC—will they do it?

After a year of minimal movement, there's hope.

On Dec 8, 2022 by Karl Bode

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It’ll soon be easier to see if your broadband provider sucks

Broadband 'nutrition labels' are coming.

On Nov 30, 2022 by Andrew Wyrich

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The FCC’s new broadband maps are finally here—are they enough?

It's a first step in a long process.

On Nov 18, 2022 by Karl Bode

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7 carriers put on notice by FCC for refusing to block robocalls

The carriers have 14 days to comply.

On Oct 4, 2022 by Jacob Seitz

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Big telecom’s relentless lobbying is pushing Gigi Sohn’s FCC nomination to the brink

Sohn has been left to fend for herself.

On Sep 21, 2022 by Karl Bode

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SpaceX is extremely upset the FCC won’t give it a billion dollars to develop Starlink

The Elon Musk-owned company called it 'grossly unfair.'

On Sep 12, 2022 by Jacob Seitz

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FCC says people will get to challenge broadband industry reporting when new maps drop

The map will drop in November.

On Sep 7, 2022 by Jacob Seitz

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The FCC is going on a $100 million spree to get the word out about its broadband discount program

It thinks many people who are eligible aren't aware.

On Aug 9, 2022 by Jacob Seitz

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States spent years mapping their broadband—now they fear the FCC might throw that data away

The FCC will need to side with state data or big telecom.

On Aug 3, 2022 by Karl Bode

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Is Democrats’ new net neutrality bill just a 2022 midterms ploy?

Why did it come in August 2022?

On Jul 29, 2022 by Karl Bode

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Markey, Wyden announce bill to reinstate net neutrality

Despite Democratic control over the Senate, the bill faces an uphill climb.

On Jul 28, 2022 by David Covucci