Obama’s New Broadband Deal
Broadband providers are seeking financial stimulus after President-elect Barack Obama’s pledge to provide broadband internet to all Americans as part of his economic recovery package. The current plan, still in work by Congress, could create hundreds of thousands of telecom jobs.
Free National Internet Network 2.0
The FCC has developed a second version of their plan to provide free, nationwide internet access. A vote is planned by the end of the year. The original planned required the auction winner to allocate at least 25% of the spectrum to free internet. The newer plan gives unlicensed access to competitors if the auction [...]
Global Broadband Prices Drop
Point Topic, a British research firm, reports that residential broadband prices are down 20 percent globally. DSL prices have experienced the biggest drop.
FCC Poised to Approve White Space Broadband
The Federal Communications Commission appears close to approving the use of unlicensed white space within the broadcast spectrum. The expected approval at the November FCC meeting could enable faster networks.
Digital France 2012
France will launch the world’s fastest broadband satellite in 2010. The 70Gbps KA-SAT satellite, courtesy of Eutelsat and the French government, will bring broadband access to rural communities and unserved areas.
Starbucks Launches Free Wi-Fi Internet Service
Starbucks customers can now get two hours of complimentary Wi-Fi Internet service through AT&T.
Verizon Broadband to Deliver Starz Content
Verizon has entered into a multiyear partnership with the premium cable channel Starz to deliver Starz movies for download as well as live streams.
Sprint Discontinues Broadband Direct Service
Sprint will be discontinuing its Broadband Direct service on July 31. The 1.5Mbps service was only offered in a limited area.
