#rural-broadband

#rural-broadband

The broadband capital expenditure (capex) report provides a chronological overview of the amount invested: 2020-2024 ($90.4 billion on average per year); 2014-2019 ($78 billion); 2009-2013 ($69.2 billion); 2002-2008 ($65.8 billion); and 1996-2001 ($85.6 billion). The drivers of the investment were not monolithic. The broadband capex report points to five phases of investment: 1996-2001: Light-touch regulation and dot-com boom 2002-2008: Stabilization, early broadband and mobility advancement 2009-2013: Start of the streaming era and smartphone surge 2014-2019: Fiber and wireless densification 2020-2024: Remote connectivity, 5G and AI era

The awards, which were announced by the Indiana Broadband Office (IBO), will support 149 homes and seven businesses. Broadband service providers in Indiana are matching the grants in the amount of $1,116,469, which brings the total investment to $1,771,145. Projects must be completed within nine months of the contract date, according to the press release. The program has allocated more than $14 million and helped to provide service to 3,000 homes, businesses and anchor institutions across the Hoosier State.

Many of you know that I have a creed in leadership, that we all have a finite time to leave our world better than we found it. And part of that recognition is knowing when the time has come for an organization to have fresh leadership, perspective, vision, and a longer runway to get the job done.

Fiber-based service provider Highline continues to expand in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan with the acquisition of the fiber assets and ISP business of 906 Technologies LLC. "Highline is thrilled to welcome the 906 Technology internet customers and outside plant and construction employees to our family. Our commitment is to match and exceed the exceptional internet experience established by 906 Technologies in Marquette County," said Highlight President and General Manager of Midwest Markets Bruce Moore in a press release. The press release did not include any details about the transaction.

There are four main categories: network management, maintenance/repairs, customer service, and cybersecurity. AI platforms are extremely flexible and offer benefits in a variety of broad categories. For instance, AI can troubleshoot basic issues and/or schedule repairs, find malware, isolate infected systems, trigger the appropriate remediation process, manage network performance, analyze data for customer and prospect personalization, track customer sentiments, and identify upsell opportunities.

This upgrade marks a major milestone for us, enabling us to expand our service offerings, better serve our growing customer base, and support future technologies, said Andrew Kalkbrenner, IT Manager at Vibrant Broadband.

Federal and state programs have rightly prioritized reaching remote areas, building towers, and upgrading last-mile delivery. But access doesn't guarantee uptake.

In order to reduce the latency for AI, this type of equipment for networks dedicated to facilitating this interconnection is essential, and it's being required.