Policy

The 6 GHz spectrum sharing proposal outlines a Wi-Fi-first, mobile-later approach In sum – what to know: Wi-Fi first, mobile later – The split-priority approach gives Wi-Fi early and broader access to the upper 6 GHz band — under AFC …

T-Mobile has promoted Easy Switch as a way for new customers to join its network in as little as 15 minutes In sum – what to know: Easy switching – T-Mobile US has introduced a new onboarding tool, which it …

6 GHz spectrum is a key enabler for Wi-Fi 8, delivering higher throughput, lower latency, and greater capacity for dense networks and AI-driven applications. This RCR Wireless News’ webinar on December 9th examines global 6 GHz spectrum policies, highlighting regional differences in …

As regulatory uncertainty looms and carriers recalibrate, CBRS — once the model for spectrum sharing — stands at a critical inflection point In sum – what to know: Policy ambiguity – CBRS sits in regulatory limbo between federal and commercial …

As most states finalize their broadband expansion plans, a few are standing out for their speed, strategy, and scope In sum – what to know: States push ahead – Louisiana, Texas, Hawaii, Mississippi, and Nevada are turning BEAD plans into …

MobileX founder says FCC must avoid repeating Sprint–T-Mobile US merger mistakes as spectrum changes hands AT&T’s plan to acquire spectrum from EchoStar is reigniting debate about the U.S. mobile market’s competitiveness — and few voices are as sharp on the …

6 GHZ spectrum is critical to achieving the EU’s 2030 Digital Decade goals and narrowing the digital divide The European Commission is grappling with competing pressures from both the Wi‑Fi and cellular sectors over the allocation of the upper 6 GHz …

University of Maryland survey found that support for AI regulation crosses party lines In sum – what you need to know: –United on AI – Large majorities of U.S. citizens, regardless of party affiliation, are wary of unregulated artificial intelligence …

Bessent spoke on CNBC about turning Intel’s CHIPS Act grants into a U.S. government stake in the company In sum – what to know: Taking a stake: Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent told CNBC that the U.S. government is considering converting …

The FCC review builds on an earlier decision to end consideration of a Biden-era proposal that would have imposed additional environmental reviews on tower builds The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has opened a rulemaking to modernize its environmental regulations, a …

US Congress has introduced a new financial services bill to accelerate AI adoption in finance via regulatory sandboxes, enabling safe experimentation with balanced consumer protections and bipartisan support. In sum – what to know: Sandbox labs – bill creates new …

The new DoT policy aims to achieve 100% population coverage with 4G and 90% coverage with 5G by 2030 In sum – what you need to know: Universal 4G/5G coverage – India aims for 100% 4G and 90% 5G population …

The decision aligns with national regulations — Telefónica will continue using Huawei gear in Brazil, where no such restrictions currently exist In sum – what to know: In compliance – Telefónica is phasing out Huawei from its 5G networks in …

What’s in? Federal support for domestic AI tech and data center projects. What’s out? Any regulations that “unnecessarily hinder” AI, and LLMs that factor DEI into responses. In sum – what you need to know: AI action framework: The 23-page …

Arielle Roth will lead the revamped ‘bargain BEAD’ program at NTIA for extending broadband In sum – what to know: NTIA administrator confirmed – Arielle Roth, who has worked on telecom policy at the FCC and in Congress, was confirmed to …

No vacation for the FCC — Carr promises spectrum auctions, rule rollbacks and infrastructure buildouts FCC Chairman Brendan Carr outlined an ambitious summer agenda in a recent blog post, highlighting key reforms and proposals slated for the agency’s July meeting. …

FCC cites competitive fiber and LEO offerings in approving the SES/Intelsat merger Among the major transactions that the Federal Communications Commission recently approved is the $3.1 billion purchase of Intelsat by rival satellite operator SES. The FCC’s order on the …

A day before receiving the go-ahead, T-Mobile US sent a letter to the FCC promising to end its DEI policies ‘not just in name, but in substance’ The U.S. Department of Justice has cleared T-Mobile US’ $4.4 billion acquisition of UScellular’s wireless …

In laying out a spectrum pipeline, only 100 megahertz of upper C-Band is specified in the bill. The FCC and NTIA have to find another 700 megahertz, 500 of which has to come from federal holdings. The “One, Big Beautiful …

A band of big European companies have urged the EU to delay enforcement of the new AI Act, citing unclear and complex rules that risk hindering innovation and competitiveness. They support regulation but request simplification. In sum – what to …

Supreme Court ruled the USF is constitutional. Now the debate refocuses on reform, and who pays in Broadband-for-all advocates and telecom providers who serve rural areas have spent the last couple of years worried about whether the U.S. Supreme Court …

Senates confirms Trump’s first FCC nominee, Olivia Trusty The U.S. Senate has confirmed President Donald Trump’s first nominee to the Federal Communications Commission, bringing the independent regulatory agency back to a quorum by filling a third seat. Olivia Trusty, a …

Republican FCC Commissioner’s exit leaves the FCC at a 1-1 stalemate The Federal Communications Commission will unexpectedly lose two members this week instead of one: Republican Commissioner Nathan Simington announced in a press release that he intends to step down …

Rule change targets “bad labs”, or test labs and certification bodies with ties to China The Federal Communications Commission voted unanimously to instate new rules meant to ensure that the hundreds of labs which test and certify electronic devices for …