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Visionary Broadband Launches 5 Gbps Fiber Service

Visionary Broadband is introducing 5 Gbps fiber service, doubling speeds and making high-speed internet accessible to rural communities.

'I hope the younger generation will stay' - Kerry's Black Valley locals celebrates connection to high-speed broadband

Broadband rollout in the Black Valley enhances connectivity, providing vital support for locals and future generations.

The Right Technology for the Future: Industry Perspective with Shirley Bloomfield

Fiber technology is crucial for future broadband development due to its capacity, long-term cost-effectiveness, and ability to meet rising consumer demands.

Rural internet deserts in England and Wales to finally get fast broadband

The UK government is investing £289 million to provide gigabit-level broadband in rural areas, benefiting 131,000 households and businesses.

Project Gigabit lit up in South Wiltshire | Computer Weekly

Wilshire's Bapton becomes the first area with full-fibre broadband under Project Gigabit, aiming for significant rural connectivity improvements.

New Mexico Announces $15M in Broadband Grants

New Mexico awarded over $15 million in broadband grants to expand connectivity in underserved areas.

Visionary Broadband Launches 5 Gbps Fiber Service

Visionary Broadband is introducing 5 Gbps fiber service, doubling speeds and making high-speed internet accessible to rural communities.

'I hope the younger generation will stay' - Kerry's Black Valley locals celebrates connection to high-speed broadband

Broadband rollout in the Black Valley enhances connectivity, providing vital support for locals and future generations.

The Right Technology for the Future: Industry Perspective with Shirley Bloomfield

Fiber technology is crucial for future broadband development due to its capacity, long-term cost-effectiveness, and ability to meet rising consumer demands.

Rural internet deserts in England and Wales to finally get fast broadband

The UK government is investing £289 million to provide gigabit-level broadband in rural areas, benefiting 131,000 households and businesses.

Project Gigabit lit up in South Wiltshire | Computer Weekly

Wilshire's Bapton becomes the first area with full-fibre broadband under Project Gigabit, aiming for significant rural connectivity improvements.

New Mexico Announces $15M in Broadband Grants

New Mexico awarded over $15 million in broadband grants to expand connectivity in underserved areas.
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Eero's Outdoor 7 long-distance mesh unit solved our yearslong Wi-Fi quandary in 10 minutes | TechCrunch

The Eero Outdoor 7 offers an effective solution for extending Wi-Fi over long distances, perfect for remote locations like cabins.
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"We Take 'Internet for All' Seriously": Alaska's Broadband Director on Getting to 100%

Alaska received over $1 billion in broadband funding, surpassing initial expectations and acknowledging its unique connectivity challenges.

Georgia and Missouri Accept BEAD Applications: Here Are the Scoring Criteria

Georgia and Missouri are rolling out significant broadband funding programs to enhance rural connectivity through the BEAD initiative.

First BEAD Funding Announced: Here Are the Louisiana Awardees!

Louisiana is the first state to allocate $1.355 billion in BEAD rural broadband funding aimed at enhancing broadband access statewide.

USDA ReConnect Program Announces $313M in Broadband Funding

USDA announced over $313 million in broadband funding to enhance high-speed internet access in rural areas across 18 states, supporting economic development.

"We Take 'Internet for All' Seriously": Alaska's Broadband Director on Getting to 100%

Alaska received over $1 billion in broadband funding, surpassing initial expectations and acknowledging its unique connectivity challenges.

Georgia and Missouri Accept BEAD Applications: Here Are the Scoring Criteria

Georgia and Missouri are rolling out significant broadband funding programs to enhance rural connectivity through the BEAD initiative.

First BEAD Funding Announced: Here Are the Louisiana Awardees!

Louisiana is the first state to allocate $1.355 billion in BEAD rural broadband funding aimed at enhancing broadband access statewide.

USDA ReConnect Program Announces $313M in Broadband Funding

USDA announced over $313 million in broadband funding to enhance high-speed internet access in rural areas across 18 states, supporting economic development.
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Elon Musk's Starlink set to transform rural UK connectivity as satellite race heats up

Rural areas may finally achieve reliable mobile connectivity through satellite technology, alleviating the challenges of digital isolation.

Can satellite internet bridge India's digital divide? DW 10/30/2024

Satellite internet is poised for significant growth in India, addressing connectivity for remote areas and bridging the digital divide.

Starlink's first nationwide satellite texting service goes live in New Zealand

Starlink's satellite texting service enhances connectivity for New Zealand's rural residents, particularly in areas lacking cell tower access.

Whidbey Telecom to Offer 600G Capacity to Remote Washington Areas

Whidbey Telecom is expanding broadband services in rural Washington using Ekinops technology to connect remote areas and enhance overall connectivity.

Elon Musk's Starlink set to transform rural UK connectivity as satellite race heats up

Rural areas may finally achieve reliable mobile connectivity through satellite technology, alleviating the challenges of digital isolation.

Can satellite internet bridge India's digital divide? DW 10/30/2024

Satellite internet is poised for significant growth in India, addressing connectivity for remote areas and bridging the digital divide.

Starlink's first nationwide satellite texting service goes live in New Zealand

Starlink's satellite texting service enhances connectivity for New Zealand's rural residents, particularly in areas lacking cell tower access.

Whidbey Telecom to Offer 600G Capacity to Remote Washington Areas

Whidbey Telecom is expanding broadband services in rural Washington using Ekinops technology to connect remote areas and enhance overall connectivity.
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#digital-divide

Visionary Broadband Selects Render Networks for Fiber Expansion

Render Networks' platform enhances fiber deployment efficiency for Visionary Broadband, addressing challenges in remote areas while improving communication and compliance.

UK government pledges 500m to expand broadband and mobile coverage in rural areas

The Labour government allocates £500 million to enhance broadband and mobile services in rural areas, reinforcing its commitment to digital connectivity across the UK.

UK government accelerates 4G roll-out in rural Wales | Computer Weekly

The UK government is enhancing rural connectivity in Wales through the Shared Rural Network programme, boosting economic growth and closing the digital divide.

Visionary Broadband Selects Render Networks for Fiber Expansion

Render Networks' platform enhances fiber deployment efficiency for Visionary Broadband, addressing challenges in remote areas while improving communication and compliance.

UK government pledges 500m to expand broadband and mobile coverage in rural areas

The Labour government allocates £500 million to enhance broadband and mobile services in rural areas, reinforcing its commitment to digital connectivity across the UK.

UK government accelerates 4G roll-out in rural Wales | Computer Weekly

The UK government is enhancing rural connectivity in Wales through the Shared Rural Network programme, boosting economic growth and closing the digital divide.
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#starlink

Province inks $100 M deal with Starlink to provide internet to 15K homes and businesses in northern Ontario | CBC News

Ontario government partners with Starlink to provide high-speed internet to rural communities, investing nearly $4 billion by June 2025.

FCC approves Starlink plan for cellular phone service, with some limits

Starlink is set to expand its services significantly, promising connectivity even in remote areas.

Province inks $100 M deal with Starlink to provide internet to 15K homes and businesses in northern Ontario | CBC News

Ontario government partners with Starlink to provide high-speed internet to rural communities, investing nearly $4 billion by June 2025.

FCC approves Starlink plan for cellular phone service, with some limits

Starlink is set to expand its services significantly, promising connectivity even in remote areas.
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#broadband-expansion

Brightspeed Offers Details On Its Louisiana BEAD Award

Brightspeed has received $7.5 million in federal funds to expand its fiber broadband network in Louisiana, targeting 2,800 additional locations.

Frontier Awarded $6.5M Grant to Expand Fiber Broadband in Rural Illinois County

Frontier will connect over 700 homes and businesses to fiber broadband in rural Knox County, Illinois, supported by a $6.5 million grant.

Brightspeed Offers Details On Its Louisiana BEAD Award

Brightspeed has received $7.5 million in federal funds to expand its fiber broadband network in Louisiana, targeting 2,800 additional locations.

Frontier Awarded $6.5M Grant to Expand Fiber Broadband in Rural Illinois County

Frontier will connect over 700 homes and businesses to fiber broadband in rural Knox County, Illinois, supported by a $6.5 million grant.
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#broadband-access

UScellular and Tarana Partner to Bring FWA in West Plains, Missouri

UScellular and Tarana Wireless are enhancing broadband accessibility in Missouri using ngFWA technology.

NRECA: "True-Up" Process Can Avoid BEAD-Funded Overbuilds

The NRECA urges a 'true-up' process to confirm location eligibility for BEAD funding, ensuring funds are not wasted on overbuilt areas.

NTCA's Bloomfield Shares Good and Bad of BEAD Implementation in U.S. House Testimony

BEAD is crucial for rural broadband, but its implementation is slower than desired, leading to frustration among rural providers.

UScellular and Tarana Partner to Bring FWA in West Plains, Missouri

UScellular and Tarana Wireless are enhancing broadband accessibility in Missouri using ngFWA technology.

NRECA: "True-Up" Process Can Avoid BEAD-Funded Overbuilds

The NRECA urges a 'true-up' process to confirm location eligibility for BEAD funding, ensuring funds are not wasted on overbuilt areas.

NTCA's Bloomfield Shares Good and Bad of BEAD Implementation in U.S. House Testimony

BEAD is crucial for rural broadband, but its implementation is slower than desired, leading to frustration among rural providers.
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Ziply Exec Expects Colocation Offering to Be Popular in Rural Areas

Ziply Fiber's new colocation services aim to meet growing demand, especially in rural areas, by providing secure and customizable options.
The colocation offering is designed to be more economical than traditional data centers.
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Starlink competitor AST SpaceMobile launched its Bluebird smartphone satellites this morning

AST SpaceMobile successfully launched its satellites to enable standard smartphones to function as satellite phones, enhancing communication in remote areas.

When Will Full Fibre Broadband Be Available To All Homes In The UK?

The rollout of full fibre broadband in the UK is essential for future connectivity, offering faster and more reliable internet access.

Gruner Veltliner winegrowers gain ultra-fast fibre connectivity | Computer Weekly

The partnership enhances rural Lower Austria with gigabit connectivity, boosting economic growth and social interaction.

Kwikom Confirms $1.9M Kansas Broadband Grant

KWIKOM Communications awarded $1.9 million to expand internet access in rural Kansas with a matching fund of $2.26 million.
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