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FCC Adopts New Alert Code for Missing and Endangered Persons

The new code for wireless phone, TV, and radio alerts could help raise public awareness of the thousands of missing indigenous persons

TV Tech

Net neutrality rules are temporarily blocked, but you shouldn't be surprised

The FCC's reclassification of broadband has been temporarily blocked by an appeals court because everyone has to pick a side.

Android Central

Sixth Circuit Puts Net Neutrality Rule on Ice

A three-judge panel concludes the rule's challenger are likely to succeed on the merits.

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Senate Committee Moves To Provide ACP with $7 Billion … but Ted Cruz Stands in the Way

Texas Republican says he'll fight the bill to fund the Affordable Connectivity Program on the Senate floor

Multichannel News

The rumored ‘Google TV Streamer’ might fall short at competing with the Apple TV

Google might be ditching the streaming stick form factor, but the leaked ‘Google TV Streamer’ might not be a full-on Apple TV competitor.

Android Central

Phone calls from prison are finally being capped at 6 cents a minute. But there’s more to do

For such activists, the FCC’s new regulations represent a good start – and just that

The Guardian - US

The Chromecast Brand and the Dongle Form Factor Get Left Behind With New ‘Google TV Streamer’

Google is getting set to debut its first big streaming device upgrade since 2020's Chromecast with Google TV

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Charter Communications to Pay $15 Million FCC Fine

The fine resolves an FCC investigation into compliance with 911 and network outage notification rules

TV Tech

T-Mobile’s class-action lawsuit will tell us how much company promises matter

T-Mobile decided its Price Lock terms didn’t apply anymore, to the dismay of users. Eventually, it’ll be tested in court.

Android Central

DJI Neo leaks suggest tiny, foldable drone could be small enough to fit in your pocket

Some new DJI leaks suggest it's planning to launch a tiny drone called the Neo –here's what we know so far.

TechRadar

After Sale Falls Through, WADL Wades Into Sports With Deal To Air Globetrotters Game in Detroit

Owner Kevin Adell says he’s talked to The CW, but nothing ‘concrete’ has emerged

Broadcasting & Cable

More info appears about new Google TV Streamer, including a great smart home hub feature

Some of the first specifications have leaked from the FCC, and include strong smart home support

TechRadar

Why It’s ‘Stupid’ for David Zaslav to Chase an NBA Package So Specifically Designed for Amazon

Also in this week’s ‘Next Text,’ we ponder Pete Rose’s next sports bet, the irresistible proposition of fixed wireless ... and a bleak but terrifyingly possible future in which we don’t get to vote anymore

Broadcasting & Cable

A new FCC rule will cap phone and video calls made by inmates in the state of Texas at 5 cents a minute

The new caps set by the FCC are based on jail size, with lower ceilings at larger jails and prisons

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Short Circuit: A Roundup of Recent Federal Court Decisions

Venue roulette, a sham affidavit, and uninspected bloomin’ onions.

New Google Nest Learning Thermostat leaks – will it finally have touch controls?

The fourth generation of the Google Nest Learning Thermostat has been leaked

TV Tech

FCC Takes First Step in Effort to Require Disclosure of AI-Generated Content In Political Ads

Disclosure requirements would ensure consumers are fully informed when AI-generated content is used in political ads on TV and radio; Commissioner Carr blasted the idea as “a recipe for chaos”

Top News

Federal Appeals Court Rules FCC Funding Method Unconstitutional

5th Circuit Court deems FCC funding method unconstitutional, sparking debate and potential Supreme Court involvement.

The Independent UK

Appeals judges rule against fund used to provide phone services for rural and low-income people

A federal appeals court in New Orleans has ruled unconstitutional a method the Federal Communications Commission uses to fund telephone and broadband services for rural and low-income users

Reason

En Banc Fifth Circuit Concludes FCC's "Universal Service" Fee Is Unconstitutional

A majority of the judges concludes this fee constitutes a tax, the authority for which is improperly delegated.

Multichannel News

DirecTV Warns FCC: Without Early Termination Fees, Our Equipment and Installation Costs Are Going To Be Paid For by Our Customers Up Front

Satellite TV company is still pushing back on the FCC’s ‘all-in pricing’ order

TechRadar

The FCC reveals what was behind the AT&T outage — faulty network update is the embarrassing cause

FCC uncovers more detail about AT&T’s February 2024 outage, criticizing it for failing to adhere to best practices.

The Texas Tribune

Big price cut ordered for inmate phone and video calls across Texas

A new FCC rule means a cap of 5 cents a minute for most inmate phone and video calls in the state of Texas.

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