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Fiber Broadband Association Unveils On-Demand Academy to Strengthen Fiber Workforce
Announced at Fiber Connect 2026, FBA Academy delivers flexible, role-based training to help broadband providers strengthen the fiber workforce and prepare for future network demands...
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AT&T, T-Mobile and Verizon Form Joint Venture to Expand Satellite Connectivity and Eliminate Wireless Dead Zones
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Wireless Carriers and ISPs See Customer Satisfaction Gains
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GOShelter Introduces Wearable Hands-Free Canopy for Outdoor Field Work
The weather can create challenges for fiber installation and field service crews, particularly when rain, wind, and limited visibility affect equipment handling and mobility. ...
May 15, 2026
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Zayo Acquires Crown Castle Fiber Solutions to Expand Enterprise Connectivity
Zayo’s acquisition of Crown Castle Fiber Solutions increases its North American network to approximately 224,000 route miles.
May 13, 2026
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NVIDIA and Corning Launch Multiyear Partnership for AI Infrastructure Growth
The partnership between NVIDIA and Corning includes new manufacturing facilities and expanded production capacity for optical networking technologies used in AI systems.
May 12, 2026
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Sterlite Technologies Ltd. to Invest in U.S. Optical Connectivity and Data Center Infrastructure
A proposed $100 million U.S. investment by Sterlite Technologies Ltd. is expected to support optical networking solutions for AI data centers while creating 400–500 jobs.
May 12, 2026

BEAD

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The state's broadband initiative shows a diverse mix of recipients, with investments in LEO satellite services, traditional ISPs, and local utilities.
March 18, 2026
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BEAD/BABA Rundown
This week, Justine Murphy covers new FCC transparency rules targeting foreign adversary control, NTIA’s next steps for allocating $21 billion in BEAD program savings, and phased...
Feb. 20, 2026
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This week, Justine Murphy covers the RECAPTURE Act—preventing states from using unclaimed funds, structural challenges that could slow broadband deployment, and Minnesota's approval...
Feb. 6, 2026
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BEAD/BABA Rundown 1/23/26
This week, Justine Murphy covers the FCC's Starlink authorization, Kentucky's approved BEAD proposal, and Missouri's deployment plan.
Jan. 23, 2026

4G & 5G

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Fixed wireless access technology has also been playing a growing role in extending connectivity to underserved and hard-to-reach locations. So, what is this technology and how...
May 14, 2026
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T-Mobile Launches SuperBroadband Business Internet with 5G and Starlink Integration
SuperBroadband brings together T-Mobile’s 5G network and Starlink to extend internet access to urban, rural, and remote locations.
April 28, 2026
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O-RAN Digital Twin Platform Evolution
The platform is designed for the research community to accelerate innovation at the intersection of AI, open RAN and network optimization.
May 27, 2025
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China's market is leading the way, according to Dell’Oro Group.
May 23, 2025

Industry Trends

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FBA Releases New Technical Paper on Upgrading MSO Networks to FTTH
The Fiber Broadband Association’s new technical paper explores how MSOs can transition from HFC networks to scalable FTTH infrastructure amid rising demand for symmetrical broadband...
May 18, 2026
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May 13, 2026
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New CTIA Report Warns U.S. Must Expand Spectrum to Lead AI and 6G Economy
A new CTIA report warns that without expanded spectrum and infrastructure investment, rising AI demand could strain U.S. wireless networks and threaten America’s innovation leadership...
May 11, 2026
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Fiber Networks Gain New Value Through Distributed Fiber Optic Sensing
A new Fiber Broadband Association report explores how Distributed Fiber Optic Sensing (DFOS) can help operators improve network resilience, enable AI-driven monitoring, and unlock...
May 11, 2026

Technology

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The Commission's unanimous vote strengthens U.S. supply-chain safeguards and restricts equipment from foreign adversary-linked firms.
Oct. 29, 2025
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Staying ahead of cyber risks means continuous investment, monitoring and cross-team coordination.
May 28, 2025
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Why ISPs must act now to protect against cyberattacks.
Dec. 26, 2024
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An advanced cybersecurity defense mechanism that protects data and digital operations from emerging cyber AI generated
ISE’s cybersecurity expert, Mark Fishburn, explains the 10 layers of cybersecurity defense every organization needs.
Dec. 12, 2024