Articles about Federal Communications Commission

Biden tightens screws on Huawei, ZTE

US president Joe Biden signs the Secure Equipment Act, a law that targets firms deemed to pose a national security threat to America.

ICASA, US regulator FCC sign collaboration agreement

The Independent Communications Authority of SA and Federal Communications Commission sign an MOU to intensify relations between them and share ideas. 

US regulator rejects ZTE’s national security threat petition

The Federal Communications Commission rejects ZTE’s petition asking it to reconsider the decision to designate the company as a national security threat.

$1.8bn bill for US to remove Huawei, ZTE from rural networks

US rural networks report it could cost an estimated $1.837 billion to remove and replace Huawei and ZTE equipment in their networks, says the FCC.

Perspectives on spectrum: From auctions to COVID-19

With more urgent, immediate pandemic priorities on the table, ICASA is yet to finalise its plans to auction spectrum and license the WOAN.

Huawei sues FCC over ban from rural US

The company fights order banning carriers in rural America from tapping the Universal Service Fund to purchase Huawei equipment.

Wheeler defends net neutrality

FCC head Tom Wheeler says the new rules are not archaic and allow for investment.

FCC expands Lifeline to include broadband

Lifeline will provide broadband services to those who cannot afford them.

FCC kills off fair broadcasting rules

The elimination of the obsolete Fairness Doctrine regulations will remove an unnecessary distraction, the body says.

Schools get $9m Internet fund

The programme aims to give learners access to educational resources outside of regular school hours.