Tag: FCC
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FCC Updates Rules for Orbital Debris
Today, the FCC updated its rules for orbital debris for the first time since 2004. While there aren’t many major changes to the rules, the update was necessary with changes in how many satellites are being launched and the growing amount of resulting debris. The rules will affect all licensed satellite operators in the US,…
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Spectrum Under Fire for Price Hikes During Coronavirus
While phone and internet providers are taking the FCC pledge to keep customers connected during the coronavirus pandemic, some Spectrum customers are finding that their monthly costs have increased. One US Representative has gone to the FCC to share complaints from his constituents. Rep. Anthony Brindisi, a Democrat from Utica asked federal regulators to stop…
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FCC Waiver Makes Airing Local Religious Services Easier So You Can Watch Instead of Attending
The Federal Communications Commission announced a temporary, limited waiver today, which makes it easier for local TV stations to broadcast live local events like religious services. The idea, it says, is to open up time slots that are normally dedicated to children’s programming, allowing more people to watch live broadcasts of Easter services, Passover seders,…
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FCC Tells Phone Companies to Use Robocall-Fighting Tools by June 2021
Phone companies have a little over a year to implement new tools meant to fight robocalls, after the Federal Communications Commission adopted new rules to better verify incoming phone calls. In a press release, the FCC said phone companies have until June 30th, 2021 to put the tools to use on their networks. The move…
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FCC Seeking Comment on Potential Rule Change for ATSC 3.0 Signals
Earlier this month, we reported on the Federal Communications Commission considering rule changes that would affect the rollout of ATSC 3.0, or “next-gen” TV. And now, the FCC says it’s adopted a notice of proposed rulemaking and is now seeking comment on the matter. The rule in question focuses on how over-the-air (OTA) signals are…
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FCC’s Broadband Pledge Adds More Companies as Total Passes 500
The Federal Communications Commission announced another milestone today, as nearly 200 more broadband providers and telcos have signed on to the FCC’s Keep Americans Connected Pledge. This newest group, which includes local and regional carriers, pushes the total number of companies that have signed on past 500 since the pledge was announced earlier this month.…
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FCC Adds Hundreds More Companies to its ‘Keep Americans Connected’ Pledge
The Federal Communications Commission has announced hundreds of additional broadband providers and telcos have signed on to the its Keep Americans Connected Pledge, aimed at ensuring internet access to residents and small business during the COVID-19 outbreak. The pledge was first announced last week, with dozens of companies and trade associations signing on initially. This…
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CenturyLink Outlines its Coronavirus Response
CenturyLink was one of several broadband providers and telcos to sign on to the Federal Communication Commission’s Keep Americans Connected Pledge last week, and the company’s updated its site with a resource page detailing its response to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic so far. Of note, and in line with the text of the FCC’s pledge,…
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Mediacom’s Response to Coronavirus Outbreak Includes Faster Speeds, Free WiFi Access
Last week, cable provider Mediacom was among dozens of companies to sign on to the Federal Communications Commission’s Keep Americans Connected Pledge, which sought to ensure service and access during the ongoing coronavirus outbreak. Now, the company has detailed some of the steps it’s taking in response, including faster speeds on its Connect2Compete program, extended…
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FCC Sets April Deadlines for Comments on Truth-in-Billing Rules Extension
The Federal Communications Commission’s Media Bureau announced deadlines for those looking to comment on whether new truth-in-billing requirements should be pushed from their original effective date in June into December. In a press release today, the Media Bureau set deadlines of April 6 for comments to be submitted, while reply comments must come in by…