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The FCC just quadrupled the download speed required to market internet as ‘broadband’
The FCC has raised the speeds required to describe internet service as “broadband” for the first time since 2015. The agency’s annual high-speed internet assessment concluded that 100 Mbps downloads and 20 Mbps uploads will be the new standard.
The FCC is preparing to take a 'fresh look' at internet data caps
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) chairperson Jessica Rosenworcel wants to open a formal Notice of Inquiry into the impact of internet data caps on consumers.
FCC proposes stricter requirements for reporting data breaches
The FCC chair has shared tougher data breach reporting requirements that would include disclosing accidental breaches.
Senate confirms Jessica Rosenworcel as first female FCC chair
The Senate has confirmed Jessica Rosenworcel as the FCC's first permanent female chair.
White House picks Jessica Rosenworcel as first female FCC chair
The White House has nominated Jessica Rosenworcel as the FCC's first permanent female leader.
New FCC rules could force wireless carriers to block spam texts
The Federal Communications Commission is seeking to create new rules targeting spam text messages.
New FCC rules could force telephone companies to block robocalls to 911 call centers
On Thursday, the FCC proposed new rules that would require telephone companies to block robocalls made to those facilities.
FCC approves $7 billion internet fund to connect schools and libraries
The FCC has announced two significant developments that will help more people get connected during the COVID-19 pandemic.
President Biden names Jessica Rosenworcel acting FCC chair
Jessica Rosenworcel, the FCC’s leading Democrat, will serve as acting chairwoman, replacing Ajit Pai.
FCC forced to ask for public feedback on net neutrality repeal
Earlier this week, the FCC successfully defeated Mozilla's attempt to undo the commission's repeal of net neutrality. But, while siding with the body, judges have asked the FCC to determine if repealing the law to prevent a multi-speed internet has had any negative consequences. That includes checking if net neutrality repeal has harmed public safety, reduced spending in infrastructure or hampered the Lifeline program.
FCC claims rural broadband access is improving
In a draft of its annual Broadband Deployment report, the Federal Communications Commission says the so-called digital divide is narrowing. Millions more Americans have access to modern broadband connectivity, particularly in rural regions. As such, the report suggests broadband "is being deployed on a reasonable and timely basis."
