FCC says Russia’s Kaspersky Lab is a national security threat
It's the first cybersecurity firm to end up on the commission's threat list.
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Senate committee advances FCC nominee Gigi Sohn
The nomination of Alvaro Bedoya to the FTC will also move to a full Senate vote.
US carriers ask the FCC for $5.6 billion to replace Huawei and ZTE equipment
The agency had set aside $1.9 billion for "rip and replace" measures.
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Federal appeals court upholds California net neutrality law
The four trade groups behind the original lawsuit are weighing their options.
AT&T and Verizon settle FCC 911 outage investigations
Along with CenturyLink and Intrado, they'll pay a combined settlement of over $6 million.
AT&T, Verizon offer to limit 5G power over aircraft safety concerns
They say they will keep the limits in place for six months.
FCC revokes China Telecom's ability to offer services in the US
The company has 60 days to comply with the order.
New FCC rules could force wireless carriers to block spam texts
It's hoping to stop the messages before they ever get to your phone.
NY AG report finds 18 million FCC net neutrality comments were fake
Out of a total of 22 million.
FCC lays out rules for replacing Huawei and ZTE telecoms equipment
The agency affirmed its stance that Huawei is a national security threat.
Senate confirms Trump nominee to the FCC
Nathan Simington's confirmation is likely to leave the agency in a deadlock.
Ajit Pai is stepping down as FCC chairman. What happens next?
Pai's plan to resign is uncontroversial, unlike his tenure as chairman
Bose's unannounced Sport Open Earbuds leak via FCC filings
They appear to be a version of the company's Sport Earbuds, but with a hook.
T-Mobile activates 988 for emergency mental health services
Providers have until 2022 to add support for the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline number.
FCC funding aims to guarantee 100 Mbps internet throughout Puerto Rico
The agency says one-third of the territory will have access 1 Gbps internet as well.
FCC estimates it'll cost carriers $1.8 billion to replace Huawei, ZTE hardware
'Rip and replace' measures have put small carriers in a bind.
US wireless carriers pledge to suspend cancellations amid outbreak
For the next 60 days, they'll waive non-payment and late fees.
FCC asks telecom companies to help trace international robocalls
It’s asking gateway service providers to help track down ‘fraudsters.’
FCC commits $20.4 billion to help close the rural digital divide
$16 billion will bring high-speed broadband to ‘wholly unserved’ areas.
FCC rolls out a $9 billion fund for rural 5G connectivity
It will replace the $4.5 billion Mobility Fund Phase II to bring 4G LTE to rural areas.
