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Can the U.S. ban TikTok? Here's what would happen if they tried
The Federal Communications Commission commissioner Brendan Carr has said he doesn't see a way forward other than banning TikTok.
Republican FCC Commissioner Won't Stand in Way of Musk Twitter Buy
"The FCC has no authority to block Elon Musk's purchase of Twitter, and to suggest otherwise is absurd," said FCC Commissioner Brendan Carr.
Billionaire Eric Schmidt Really Needs to Google '5G in the U.S.'
The U.S. government has a dysfunction when it comes to 5G, but the issue is not with the private sector—it's with the U.S. government itself.
FCC Proposes $45M Fine Against Robocall Company Using False Pandemic Claims
The fine is the largest ever proposed under the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA), according to the agency.
Spotify's Move to Keep Joe Rogan Shows Podcasts' Hold on Audio Streaming
"The Joe Rogan Experience" attracts roughly 11 million listeners per episode on Spotify.
FCC commits extra $240M connectinng students to schools
The additional funding will go towards schools in the U.S., Puerto Rico, the Northern Mariana Islands, and the District of Columbia.
Verizon, AT&T Reject U.S. Request to Halt 5G Rollout Over Aviation Concerns
Airlines had asked the Federal Communications Commission to push back the 5G launch over concerns that it could interfere with the electronics used by pilots.
Montana Man Who Made Over 5,000 Illegal Robocalls Owes DOJ Millions
Scott Rhodes, 52, allegedly made 4,959 illegal robocalls by using falsified called ID information and targeted residents of Brooklyn, Iowa.
Former Senator Asks FCC to Allow Unlimited Ringless Voicemail Robocalls
"Contacted potential voters may listen to the voicemail as many times as they want, delete it, or ignore it, at no cost to them," David Perdue's campaign said.
FCC Commissioner Warns Chinese Drone Firm is 'Airborne Version of Huawei'
Drones made by Chinese firm DJI could be gathering data "that could be exploited by Beijing," according to FCC Commissioner Brendan Carr.
FCC Earmarks $163M for Expanding Broadband Internet Access in 21 States
"More help is on the way to households without broadband," said FCC Acting Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel.
FCC Proposes Largest Robocall Fine Ever Against Jacob Wohl and Jack Burkman
The robocalls falsely told potential mail-in voters that their personal data would be used by police, debt collectors and the CDC for "mandatory vaccinations."
Congress's Infrastructure Bill Could Give the FCC an Upgrade
The FCC must find other revenue sources to keep up with the increasing cost of USF programs, and ensure that those funds are used properly.
FCC Receives Only Three Complaints Following Lil Nas X Kiss on BET Awards
"Like the song is literally about gay sex what y'all want me to do play the piano while baking a cake?" Lil Nas X wrote in a tweet, responding to his critics.
Ending Big Tech's Free Ride
Big Tech has enjoyed a free ride on our Internet infrastructure while offloading billions of dollars in costs onto everyday Americans. It's time to end this sweetheart deal and force Big Tech to pay its fair share.
How to Enroll in Broadband Benefit Program, as1 Million Households Sign Up
Eligible households get offered a temporary discount of as much as $75 a month on their broadband bill and a one-time discount of up to $100 to buy a laptop, tablet, or desktop computer if they contribute $10-$50 toward the purchase.
Idaho Man Fined Nearly $10M for Making Racist and Threatening Robocalls
Scott Rhodes, 51, made thousands of calls to phones in at least eight states after pre-recording vitriolic messages.
A Conservative Path Forward on Big Tech
A Republican FCC commissioner argues for a distinctly conservative approach to Big Tech in the 21st century.
World Wide Web Founder Weighs in on Net Neutrality
His statement came as senators mulled over a last-ditch effort to save the abolished regulations.
'Robocall Kingpin' Adrian Abramovich Fights $120m Fine
Abramovich is accused of running "one of the largest illegal robocalling campaigns" ever discovered.
Hawaii Has A Plan To Save Net Neutrality
The bill would create a task force to look at the feasibility of launching a community-owned broadband service.
Who Is Ajit Pai? The FCC Chair Who Nixed Net Neutrality
FCC Chairman Ajit Pai is a Harvard grad and former Verizon lawyer who just helped repeal net neutrality rules.
The End of Net Neutrality: Why You Should Care
Innovators, small business and you, the consumer, stand to lose without an open internet.
FCC Prepares to Examine Swapping of Cable Set-Top Boxes
FCC decided on Thursday to have the potentially industry-changing rule examined over the next few months.
First Lawsuit Filed Promptly Against Net Neutrality Rules
The legal battle between Internet service providers and the FCC over net neutrality has begun.
Clock Begins Ticking for 911 System Improvements
Telecoms are required to provide better cellphone location data to responders, and there's an app in the works.
FCC Finally Makes Net Neutrality Rules Public
Lawyers get ready for long fight after the rules go online.
Are Campaign Donations Behind Republican Opposition to Net Neutrality?
All but two lawmakers behind the "Internet Freedom Act" have received campaign money from telecoms.
Yes, Net Neutrality Passed...But It Might Not Happen
Now that celebration is winding down, get ready for challenge after challenge to the new rules.
Verizon Releases Typewriter Memo Dated 1934 to Dispute Net Neutrality Vote
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