Blandin on Broadband

MARCH 12, 2025

From the Office of Broadband Development… Broadband Matters: Office of Broadband Development Updates BEAD updates OBD weekly office hours, extended through April 15 OBD, site visit in Southwest Minnesota Congratulations to OBDs Karrie Jansen! million in matching funds from Murray County and Woodstock Communications.

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Total Telecom

OCTOBER 10, 2024

7, 2024 — Updates from federal, state, and county officials at Broadband Communities Summit West, planned for Oct. 30-31 at the San Diego Convention Center, have taken on an increased significance following the approval of California’s initial proposal for the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) program.

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Total Telecom

DECEMBER 23, 2024

Viewpoints The broadband industry is poised for significant change as we move forward into 2025 By: Bob Bartz, VP of Engineering at CHR Solutions To read the Part 2 of this viewpoint series, click here. Submitting a permit application is usually just the start of a long, complex process.

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Telecom Talk

MARCH 28, 2025

Telecom equipment maker GX Group has acquired Switzerland-based Ping Communication, a broadband and fiber solutions provider, to strengthen its footprint

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Broadband Breakfast

MARCH 29, 2025

" Broadband Breakfast on March 26, 2025 - Broadband Programs Outside of the U.S. learn from international broadband programs? "That was communicated by the government, and there was no debate on that. "On the mobile network, you can purchase unlimited mobile broadband for one hour. What can the U.S.

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Broadband Breakfast

MARCH 11, 2025

As the demand for global connectivity rises, Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite broadband is emerging as a powerful solution to bridge the digital divide. With new technological advancements and regulatory shifts, how will spectrum allocation impact the future of satellite broadband?

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Blandin on Broadband

MARCH 25, 2025

Last month, I wrote about a recent opinion piece in the MN Star Tribune that questioned the need for public funding for broadband. Community-owned broadband networks are thriving across the country. Municipal broadband: A zombie in our midst , Feb. Just look at two of these Idaho Falls and Ammon, Idaho.

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Blandin on Broadband

MARCH 14, 2025

I have been following the story, but always interesting to see what others say; Broadband Breakfast reports… Minnesotas push to bring high-speed internet to every corner of the state could hit a roadblock. billion federal Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment program.

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Blandin on Broadband

MARCH 1, 2025

Willmar has been in the news a lot lately because of its broadband plan. Ive been following the saga but ad a quick reminder The Connect Willmar Initiative has been working with Hometown Fiber for two years on a open access network plan for the community. They presented it at a City Council meeting last month. in Willmar.

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Total Telecom

MARCH 5, 2025

News The Federal Communications Commission has unanimously approved an early step towards bringing unused 5G-grade spectrum to market By: Brad Randall, Broadband Communities New proposed rules approved by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) represent the first step towards bringing a slate of unused 5G-grade spectrum licenses to the market.

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Blandin on Broadband

JANUARY 2, 2025

InForum reports … Red River Communications received a $5.2 Department of Agriculture to install fiber optic broadband for more than 80 square miles of rural Clay County. The area has around two locations that need broadband access per square mile, Red River Communications CEO Tom Steinolfson said.

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Telecom Talk

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

American telecommunications company Verizon Communications has agreed to acquire Frontier Communications (Frontier) in an all-cash transaction valued at USD 20

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Total Telecom

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

As part of this broader commitment, 16 million has already been allocated to two key projects aimed at advancing satellite communications. These networks are also set to improve communication in maritime and aviation sectors, supporting connectivity in isolated locations.

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Total Telecom

MARCH 4, 2025

With 73% of UK businesses now relying on high-speed broadband and mobile connectivity, digital transformation is becoming essential. In the past, 14% were slow to adopt the internet, 18% hesitated with social media, and 11% delayed using personal computers. Those that delay may struggle to keep up with modern technology.

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Total Telecom

JANUARY 24, 2025

Fiber optic technology enables particularly fast, energy-efficient and reliable data communication. With a simplified application process, this programme aims to develop these areas quickly, making use of both public and private funding to ensure the best results. Digitalisation requires high-performance, resilient and future-proof networks.

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RCR Wireless

MARCH 24, 2025

For two decades, Communications Services Providers have managed customer premises equipment (CPE) via the Broadband Forums TR-069 protocol. Today, there are around 1 billion broadband devices managed via that protocola massive number by any stretch.

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Telecom Talk

DECEMBER 6, 2024

Hotwire Communications, a US fiber-optic telecom provider specialising in residential and business services, has successfully tested 25G and 50G PON

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Telecom Talk

OCTOBER 11, 2024

Race Communications, an internet service provider (ISP) in California, has launched its high-speed fiber internet in Palmdale, offering speeds of

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Blandin on Broadband

MARCH 7, 2025

The Benton Institute for Broadband & Society report On March 4, the House of Representatives’ Commerce Committee, chaired by Rep.Brett Guthrie (R-KY),held a full committee markup to consider twelve bills in totalthe committee’s first legislative markup of the 119th Congress.

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Broadband Breakfast

MARCH 26, 2025

WASHINGTON, March 26, 2025 — Zito Media Communications has filed an opposition with the Federal Communications Commission to block Everstream Solutions LLC’s planned discontinuance of fiber services in Pennsylvania, citing critical public safety concerns. 

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Broadband Breakfast

MARCH 20, 2025

WASHINGTON, March 20, 2025 — As demand for global connectivity increases, low-Earth orbit satellite broadband is emerging as a key player in bridging the digital divide. "Broadband revenue and subscribers grew by 40% and 27% respectively [.] "I think that we are in a much different place," Schwarz said. "What

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Telecom Talk

AUGUST 30, 2024

Alaska Communications, a communications infrastructure provider in Alaska, has announced the establishment of a new five-year, USD 390 million senior

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Broadband Breakfast

MARCH 19, 2025

WASHINGTON, March 19, 2025 – Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey called on the Federal Communications Commission Monday to return $177 million in defaulted broadband funding to the state. ” Bailey pointed to New York's success in reclaiming federal broadband dollars as precedent.

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Developing Telecoms

MARCH 25, 2025

Philippine fibre broadband provider Converge ICT Solutions said on Tuesday it is fattening its enterprise service offerings via a reseller partnership with LEO satellite operator Starlink and an expanded fibre deal with Ribbon Communications.

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Total Telecom

AUGUST 9, 2024

The competition’s winners will be announcd at the Connected Britain Awards ceremony, taking place on Day 1, Wednesday 11th September, on the Keynote Stage at 6.20pm – 7pm.

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Total Telecom

OCTOBER 3, 2024

News Over a fifth of cell sites within areas impacted by Hurricane Helene reportedly out of service, according to the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) By: Brad Randall, Broadband Communities More than 20 percent of cell sites in areas impacted by Hurricane Helene remain out of service. That number represents a 9.1

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Total Telecom

MARCH 6, 2025

Thanks to a unique low-latency path between Izmir and Chania, integrated with BlueMed, we create a new alternative digital corridor for communications between Europe, the Middle East and Asia. As data traffic continues to rise, the new subsea cable will help address these needs.

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Broadband Breakfast

MARCH 1, 2025

At a Broadband Breakfast Live Online event Wednesday , representatives from major telecommunications associations and local governments discussed the growing problem and potential solutions. "Over "It is happening every single day out in our communities, and it's a real problem." "This isn't just petty theft.

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Broadband Breakfast

DECEMBER 4, 2024

With federal broadband funding flowing, how do we ensure funded networks actually deliver the promised speeds? Join us to discover the best practices for accurate speed testing for ISPs participating in federal broadband programs. Breakfast Media LLC CEO  Drew Clark  has led the Broadband Breakfast community since 2008.

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Developing Telecoms

DECEMBER 18, 2024

As had been anticipated, 2024 proved to be another challenging year for the communications industry.

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Blandin on Broadband

MARCH 25, 2025

The Office of Broadband Development is hosting their Office Hours today at 11am, where Im sure they will be willing to take questions. Any changes made to this guide will be clearly documented in version history and communicated to prospective applicants. The list came out late yesterday. The hold Office Hours weekly.)

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Total Telecom

DECEMBER 16, 2024

House of Representatives has approved additional funding for a federal initiative to replace Chinese-made communications equipment By: Brad Randall, Broadband Communities A budgetary shortfall for the federal governments rip and replace initiative, aimed at replacing Chinese communications equipment, is one step closer to being wiped out.

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Blandin on Broadband

FEBRUARY 23, 2025

After receiving three proposals to extend fiber-optic broadband services to the industrial park, a broadband committee was formed to provide guidance and has spent two years researching and developing a planned open-access network throughout the city. If approved, this project will be the first of its kind in Minnesota.

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Developing Telecoms

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Global communications company Viasat has announced the launch of a home and mobile broadband service in Mexico that, they say, will boost cellular coverage in the country.

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Broadband Breakfast

MARCH 3, 2025

WASHINGTON, March 3, 2025 – Much of Southeast Alaska was without phone or internet service over the weekend after an Alaska Communications subsea fiber cable broke last Friday. We are also working to find alternate ways to restore connectivity in Juneau,” Alaska Communications said on Facebook.

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Total Telecom

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

The mast, which has been providing 4G connectivity to EE customers and 999 coverage to all visitors, is also part of the UK Home Office’s Emergency Services Network (ESN) – a critical communications system for emergency services. Communications play a vital role in all of our rescue operations.

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Broadband Breakfast

MARCH 26, 2025

The roughly $9 billion-per-year subsidy funds programs supporting rural broadband networks and communications discounts for low-income households, schools and libraries, and healthcare centers. Joe Kane , director of broadband and spectrum policy at ITIF and a proponent of axing the current funding scheme, emphasized the uncertainty.

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