Kristian Stout and Michael Calabrese: The FCC Lets Satellite Innovation Breathe
Michael Calabrese and Kristian Stout wrote an op-ed in Broadband Breakfast on the benefits that would stem from a pending FCC vote to modernize spectrum-sharing rules.
Internet Access & Adoption
Comments on a U.S. Position for Agenda Item 1.7 at ITU World Radio Conference 2027
OTI submitted comments to the Federal Communications Commission advocating for View B as the U.S.’s position on Agenda Item 1.7 in preparation for the 2027 World Radiocommunication Conference (WRC-27). They urge the U.S. to adopt this view as it best promotes the country’s technological leadership and strengthens its leading Wi-Fi industry.
OTI and public interest organizations submitted comments to the FCC urging the Commission to increase WiFi power levels for indoor-only operations. They say that many Americans use WiFi indoors, but low power levels deprive them of affordable access to the next generation of WiFi 7 and 8.
To Win the AI Race, America Must Close the Digital Divide
Chhaya Kapadia warns a lack of federal focus on closing the digital divide threatens U.S. competitiveness in the AI era.
Jessica Dine: We Have the Tools to Head Off the Newest Digital Divide
Jessica Dine urges the NTIA to allow states to exercise discretion in spending leftover BEAD funds on “non-deployment” uses.
Tech Group Says Seamless, Widespread Connectivity more Important than Speed for 6G
Wireless Future on what plans and policies for 6G should focus on.