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A new ACA Connects-backed study warns that state broadband price regulations could cut ISP investment by up to 41%, disproportionately impacting smaller providers. With the ACP ending, states like New York and California are proposing $15/month plans, but critics argue these caps could stall rural broadband expansion and force higher prices elsewhere.
Access to reliable broadband is essential for work, education, and healthcareโ€”but millions of Americans remain disconnected due to high costs. This article explores how the Universal Service Fund (USF), once focused on phone access, must be modernized to support affordable internet in a digital-first economy. With the expiration of the Affordable Connectivity Program and growing legal uncertainty around USF funding, bold policy reform is urgently needed to close the broadband affordability gap and ensure digital equity.
The FCC has launched a formal review to modernize its satellite spectrum sharing rules, addressing outdated EPFD limits and enabling more efficient broadband delivery. The proposed changes target the 10.7-12.7 GHz, 17.3-18.6 GHz, and 19.7-20.2 GHz bands, and follow calls from industry leaders like SpaceX for reforms that support next-generation satellite networks. The initiative is expected to enhance competition and fuel U.S. leadership in space innovation.
In 2025, 5G surpasses 2.25 billion global connections, marking a pivotal shift toward mainstream adoption. While North America leads in performance and per capita usage, challenges in spectrum policy and enterprise integration remain. This in-depth report from 5G Americas explores the rise of Standalone 5G, the promise of 5G-Advanced, the reality of private network deployments, and the need for smart, forward-looking spectrum strategy.
In Balancing Innovation and Regulation: Global Perspectives on Telecom Policy, top leaders including Jyotiraditya Scindia (India), Henna Virkkunen (European Commission), and Brendan Carr (U.S. FCC) explore how governments are aligning policy with innovation to future-proof their digital infrastructure. From Indiaโ€™s record-breaking 5G rollout and 6G ambitions, to Europeโ€™s push for AI sovereignty and U.S. leadership in open-market connectivity, this piece outlines how nations can foster growth, security, and inclusion in a hyperconnected world.
As telecom innovation accelerates with 5G, AI, cloud computing, and 6G, regulators worldwide must balance progress with consumer protection, cybersecurity, and fair competition. At MWC 2025, industry leaders from the USA, India, and Europe will explore spectrum management, big tech regulation, net neutrality, and digital inclusion. This keynote provides critical insights into how telecom policies can foster innovation while ensuring security and fairness in a hyper-connected world.
The FCCโ€™s proposed CBRS changes are facing backlash from 25 organizations, including Amazon, Comcast, and Lockheed Martin, who argue that increased power levels and relaxed emissions limits would harm rural broadband, private networks, and competition. The proposal risks turning CBRS into a high-power cellular band, benefiting major carriers at the expense of small businesses, industrial users, and public access initiatives. As the debate intensifies, the future of CBRS and its diverse ecosystem remains uncertain.
Apple is set to invest $1.1 billion in expanding satellite connectivity for iPhones through Globalstar, aiming to develop a new satellite constellation that enhances emergency services and connects users in remote locations. This expansion, including new satellites and infrastructure, highlights Appleโ€™s commitment to uninterrupted mobile services, even in cellular dead zones.
The FCC is proposing new rules that require companies to disclose when AI is used to generate calls or texts. This move aims to protect consumers from the potential misuse of AI, such as fraudulent communications. The rules would mandate clear disclosure at the start of AI-generated calls, empowering consumers to make informed decisions. This proposal follows a significant enforcement action against AI-driven scams and is part of a broader effort to enhance transparency and security in telecommunications. The FCC is also encouraging innovation while ensuring consumer protection, with the public invited to comment on the proposed regulations.

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