The FCC just quadrupled the download speed required to market internet as ‘broadband’ISPs now have to offer 100 Mbps down and 20 Mbps up to slap the coveted label on their services.By W. Shanklin, 03.14.2024
The FCC says robocalls that use AI-generated voices are illegalCommissioners voted unanimously to ban the practice. By K. Holt, 02.08.2024
The FCC wants to make robocalls that use AI-generated voices illegalMaking sure they're against the law could make it easier for the FCC to go after bad actors.By M. Moon, 02.01.2024
The FCC will crack down on ISPs to address 'digital discrimination' in poorer areasThe commission also announced new rules against SIM swapping and port-out scams.By M. Moon, 11.16.2023
US Senate begins collecting evidence on how AI could thwart robocallsWitnesses called for greater action from the FCC and other government agencies. By S. Fielding, 10.25.2023
FCC moves forward with its plan to restore Obama-era net neutrality protectionsCommissioners advanced a proposal to reclassify broadband as an essential communications service.By K. Holt, 10.19.2023
Your phone will blare a national emergency alert test at 2:20PM ETPrepare for a jarring noise.By W. Shanklin, 10.04.2023
The FCC has begun fining companies over their dead satellitesDish Network was fined $150,000 after it admitted to improperly disposing of a satellite. By C. MacDonald, 10.04.2023
The FCC plans to restore Obama-era net neutrality rulesIt may take several months until the rules are back in place, and legal challenges may lie ahead.By K. Holt, 09.26.2023
Anna Gomez confirmed as FCC commissioner, breaking a 32-month deadlockThe agency now has a tie-breaker vote for the first time since President Biden took office. By K. Holt, 09.07.2023
FCC issues record $300 million fine for auto warranty robocallersThe organization placed five billion calls in 2021. By L. Bonk, 08.03.2023
The US government wants to label secure IoT devices with a 'Cyber Trust Mark'It could label qualifying items like smart fridges and routers.By S. Fielding, 07.18.2023
A 5G deadline could ground some US flights starting July 1stPlanes without compatible altimeters won't be allowed to fly in low visibility. By S. Fielding, 06.26.2023
The FCC is preparing to take a 'fresh look' at internet data capsIt's also looking to see if it can legally 'take actions' against them. By S. Dent, 06.19.2023
FCC orders Avid Telecom to stop health insurance-related robocallsIt issued a cease-and-desist letter against the company.By M. Moon, 06.08.2023
FCC blocks robocall middleman One Eye from future campaignsThe company allowed overseas scams, including impersonating financial institutions.By W. Shanklin, 05.11.2023
New York AG fines companies that spammed FCC with fake anti-net neutrality commentsThe astroturfers used millions of people's identities without permission.By J. Fingas, 05.11.2023
Cable and satellite providers may have to advertise the true price of TV serviceThe FCC proposal could make streaming services more attractive.By J. Fingas, 03.22.2023
FCC proposal would make it easier for smartphones to link to satellitesMore carriers could use satellites to provide coverage in remote areas.By J. Fingas, 03.16.2023
FCC makes its first rule to block scam robotexts officialMobile providers are now required to block messages that are 'highly likely to be illegal.'By S. Buckley, 03.16.2023