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SHLB, ALA, All4ed, Wireless Future, and Common Sense Media Disappointed by Senate Vote to Block Hots | Schools Health & Libraries Broadband Coalition | SHLB.org

SHLB, ALA, All4ed, Wireless Future, and Common Sense Media Disappointed by Senate Vote to Block Hots | Schools Health & Libraries Broadband Coalition | SHLB.org | Surfing the Broadband Bit Stream | Scoop.it
The Schools, Health & Libraries Broadband (SHLB) Coalition, the American Library Association, All4ed, Wireless Future at New America, and Common Sense Media expressed strong disappointment following the Senate’s passage of S.J. Res. 7, a Congressional Review Act resolution that overturns the Federal Communications Commission’s (FCC) decision to allow E-rate funding for Wi-Fi hotspot lending by schools and libraries.
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Trump’s Saudi trip turns into an AI lovefest | by Daniella Cheslow | Digital Future Daily | POLITICO.com

For years, the U.S.- Saudi Arabia relationship revolved around oil and defense. But this week’s state visit by President Donald Trump to Riyadh strongly signals a pivot to technology, as the regions find common ground not in petroleum, but in rich wells of investment capital.

 

Trump’s visit included an aerial escort by Saudi F-16 planes and a ceremony in the opulent Saudi Royal Court. And it was attended by a who’s-who of AI’s high priests, including Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, Tesla CEO and “first buddy” Elon Musk, as well as leaders of Amazon, Google, Uber, Palantir and others. (There was also Boeing, Halliburton and plenty of banks — the world hasn’t completely changed.)

 

As the visit unfolded, the companies seemed to vie with each other in an avalanche of massive tech announcements.

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Ripple Fiber completes strategic merger with HyperFiber | by Brad Randall | BBCMag.com

Ripple Fiber completes strategic merger with HyperFiber | by Brad Randall | BBCMag.com | Surfing the Broadband Bit Stream | Scoop.it
While the formal merger has just been completed, the two companies have already effectively been operating as a unified organization since 2024.
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Mediacom launches network upgrades in Cedar Rapids | by Brad Randall | BBCMag.com

Mediacom launches network upgrades in Cedar Rapids | by Brad Randall | BBCMag.com | Surfing the Broadband Bit Stream | Scoop.it
Mediacom, using what they call breakthrough technology, has launched multi-gig and symmetrical speed broadband services in Cedar Rapids.
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NM: Angry Albuquerque Mayor Shuts Down Ezee Fiber Project | by Maggie Macfarlane | BroadbandBreakfast.com

NM: Angry Albuquerque Mayor Shuts Down Ezee Fiber Project | by Maggie Macfarlane | BroadbandBreakfast.com | Surfing the Broadband Bit Stream | Scoop.it
City responds to hundreds of complaints about property damage.
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The Trump White House Brings Back Supply-Side Magical Thinking | by Timothy Noah | NewRepublic.com

The Trump White House Brings Back Supply-Side Magical Thinking | by Timothy Noah | NewRepublic.com | Surfing the Broadband Bit Stream | Scoop.it
You know the GOP’s budget mess is getting desperate when a top economic aide says tax cuts increase revenue.
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Trade with Communists Should Be Uncertain | by Oren Cass | Understanding America | Substack.com

Trade with Communists Should Be Uncertain | by Oren Cass | Understanding America | Substack.com | Surfing the Broadband Bit Stream | Scoop.it
Businesses are not supposed to have confidence that they can profit in China
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The Hidden Cost: The Ripple Effects of Canceling the Digital Equity Act - Episode 647 of the Community Broadband Bits Podcast | by Jordan Pittman | CommunityNets.org

The Hidden Cost: The Ripple Effects of Canceling the Digital Equity Act - Episode 647 of the Community Broadband Bits Podcast | by Jordan Pittman | CommunityNets.org | Surfing the Broadband Bit Stream | Scoop.it
In this episode of the podcast, Chris speaks again with Jade Piros de Carvalho to explain how canceling the Digital Equity Act doesn’t just cut digital inclusion programs—it threatens entire state broadband offices and the future of BEAD.
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Killing FCC WiFi Hotspots | by Doug Dawson | POTs & PANs

Killing FCC WiFi Hotspots | by Doug Dawson | POTs & PANs | Surfing the Broadband Bit Stream | Scoop.it
The U.S. Senate voted to kill the decision of the FCC to use the Universal Service Fund to fund WiFi hotspots for students and libraries. The House is supposed to take up the issue soon. The FCC approved this funding in 2024 under FCC Chairperson Jessica Rosenworcel. The plan was to use the E-Rate funding…
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Summary of State Artificial Intelligence 2025 Legislation | National Conference of State Legislatures | NCSL.org

AI—the use of computer systems to perform tasks that normally require human intelligence, such as learning and decision-making—has the potential to spur innovation and transform industry and government. As AI advances and widespread adoption of these tools increase,  government, business and the public are exploring the risks and benefits of using the system for different applications. 

 

State governments across the country are starting to use or examine how AI can be used to improve government services such as enhancing customer service; improving health care facility inspections; and improving roadway safety. Legislators, industry and other stakeholders have engaged in robust discussions regarding the concerns about potential misuse or unintended consequences of AI. 

 

This webpage covers key legislation related to AI issues generally. Legislation related solely to specific AI technologies, such as facial recognition, deepfakes or autonomous vehicles, is being tracked separately. 

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BEAD Guidance to States Delayed Until Summer | by Jake Neenan | BroadbandBreakfast.com

BEAD Guidance to States Delayed Until Summer | by Jake Neenan | BroadbandBreakfast.com | Surfing the Broadband Bit Stream | Scoop.it

WASHINGTON, May 9, 2025 – States have been expecting updated guidance from the Commerce Department on a $42.45 billion broadband expansion plan by the middle of this month. That guidance appears to have been delayed until June or July.

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Telecom Alert: Wi-Fi Hotspot Order Disapproval; Digital Equity Act Grants Ending; E-Rate Program Reimbursement Order; Lowering Broadband Costs Legislation, etc. | KHLaw.com

Senate Passes Resolution Reversing Wi-Fi Hotspot Order

Last Tuesday, the Senate voted 53-47 approved a motion for consideration of a Congressional Review Act (CRA) resolution repealing a 2024 FCC Order to expand federal subsidies for Wi-fi hotspots in school and libraries across the country.

 

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Administration Killing the Digital Equity Act | by Doug Dawson | POTs & PANs

Administration Killing the Digital Equity Act | by Doug Dawson | POTs & PANs | Surfing the Broadband Bit Stream | Scoop.it
Last week, President Trump called for the end of the $2.75 billion in grants from the Digital Equity Act. The funding was approved as part of the Broadband Equity Access and Deployment (BEAD) program. The purpose of the program was to help close the broadband adoption gap by helping people learn how to use computers…
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Hamas and U.S. reach deal. “I think we'll have to detox from US security assistance,” says Netanyahu | by Ryan Grim | DropsiteNews.com

Hamas and U.S. reach deal. “I think we'll have to detox from US security assistance,” says Netanyahu | by Ryan Grim | DropsiteNews.com | Surfing the Broadband Bit Stream | Scoop.it
Hamas and the United States announced an agreement today that will lead to the freeing of Israeli soldier Edan Alexander, a dual American citizen, ahead of President Donald Trump’s trip to the region.
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Trump labels Digital Equity Act racist and unconstitutional | by Brad Randall | BBCMag.com

Trump labels Digital Equity Act racist and unconstitutional | by Brad Randall | BBCMag.com | Surfing the Broadband Bit Stream | Scoop.it
President Donald Trump on Truth Social labeled the Digital Equity Act as racist and said he'll end the Congressionally approved program.
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Canadian telcos pin poor subscriber growth on immigration policy | by Brad Randall | BBCMag.com

Canadian telcos pin poor subscriber growth on immigration policy | by Brad Randall | BBCMag.com | Surfing the Broadband Bit Stream | Scoop.it
This quarter, Canadian telcos BCE, Rogers, and Telus collectively reported their lowest wireless subscriber growth in four years.
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UVA deploys Comcast Business solution to Charlottesville campus | Brad Randall | BBCMag.com

UVA deploys Comcast Business solution to Charlottesville campus | Brad Randall | BBCMag.com | Surfing the Broadband Bit Stream | Scoop.it
In a partnership with the University of Virginia, Comcast Business has announced successful deployment of their Private Wireless Network.
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Oklahoma Broadband Office, Totah Communications Begins 2 Projects | by Nathan Thompson | BartlesvilleRadio.com

Oklahoma Broadband Office, Totah Communications Begins 2 Projects | by Nathan Thompson | BartlesvilleRadio.com | Surfing the Broadband Bit Stream | Scoop.it
Four projects totaling over $4.5 million for high-speed internet expansion in Washington and Osage counties were officially launched Friday morning in Vera by the Oklahoma Broadband Office and Totah Communications.
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Musk’s apparent power grab at the Copyright Office fractures the MAGA-tech alliance | by Tina Nguyen | TheVerge.com

MAGA populists see the firings of Librarian of Congress Carla Hayden and Register of Copyrights Shira Perlmutter as an overreach by Elon Musk over AI copyright policy.
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Trump Kills 'Woke' Broadband Program Because It Has the Word 'Equity' | by Joe Supan | CNET.com

Trump Kills 'Woke' Broadband Program Because It Has the Word 'Equity' | by Joe Supan | CNET.com | Surfing the Broadband Bit Stream | Scoop.it
The $2.75 billion program was created to boost digital skills and spur greater broadband adoption -- but one expert says it was canceled because its name included the "new four-letter word."
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FCC to investigate EchoStar's 5G | by Mike Dano | LightReading.com

FCC to investigate EchoStar's 5G | by Mike Dano | LightReading.com | Surfing the Broadband Bit Stream | Scoop.it
FCC Chairman Brendan Carr said he plans to investigate EchoStar's efforts to build a 5G network across the US. EchoStar, for its part, is pushing back against the situation.
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Texas Passes Bill Restricting Teens' App Downloads | by Wendy Davis | MediaPost.com

Texas Passes Bill Restricting Teens' App Downloads | by Wendy Davis | MediaPost.com | Surfing the Broadband Bit Stream | Scoop.it
Texas is now the second state to pass a bill that would require Google and Apple to verify users' ages and then block minors under 18 from downloading apps without parental permission.
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Airlines Are Collecting Your Data And Selling It To ICE | by  Katya Schwenk | LeverNews.com

Airlines Are Collecting Your Data And Selling It To ICE | by  Katya Schwenk | LeverNews.com | Surfing the Broadband Bit Stream | Scoop.it
An aviation industry clearinghouse is collecting passenger information from billions of past and future flights and selling it to Trump’s immigration enforcers.
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MCA Update: Federal Government Terminates $35M of Funding to Provide Digital Skills | by  | MaineConnectivity.org

MCA Update: Federal Government Terminates $35M of Funding to Provide Digital Skills | by  | MaineConnectivity.org | Surfing the Broadband Bit Stream | Scoop.it

Maine Connectivity Authority (MCA) has received a notification from the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) that as of Friday, May 9, it has terminated three grants totaling $35M in funding for Maine. These grants funded programs to improve digital skills, provide internet safety education and ensure people have affordable devices. This notification was part of a nationwide termination of grants across all states and territories and 65 other organizations.

 

The elimination of this funding will disproportionately impact older, rural residents, small businesses, veterans, low-income households, and students. Programs funded through the awards ensure that all people have the skills and technology necessary to safely participate in an increasingly digital society.

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In Trump’s Trade War, It’s Advantage China | by Mel Gurtov | CounterPunch.org

In Trump’s Trade War, It’s Advantage China | by Mel Gurtov | CounterPunch.org | Surfing the Broadband Bit Stream | Scoop.it
Without Rhyme or Reason “We welcomed the Chinese Communist Party into this global order. And they took advantage of all its benefits. But they ignored all
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Community news under threat as more Minnesotans cut their cable cords | by Laura Yuen | StarTribune.com

Community news under threat as more Minnesotans cut their cable cords | by Laura Yuen | StarTribune.com | Surfing the Broadband Bit Stream | Scoop.it
Hyperlocal cable TV stations that broadcast everything from high school sports to city government meetings confront a perilous existence.
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