Federal Communications Commission

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Gadgets

OnePlus 15 US Release Date: What We Know

The OnePlus 15 US release is delayed due to a backlog in FCC certification caused by the government shutdown, despite…

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BigTech Companies

Starlink Surpasses 8 Million Users, Expands Airline and Spectrum Reach

Starlink has surpassed eight million global customers, reflecting rapid growth and expanding availability to 150 countries. The company acquired $2.6…

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Business

FCC to Roll Back ISP Cybersecurity Mandate

The FCC is reversing a cybersecurity mandate for internet providers after industry lobbying, with Chairman Brendan Carr arguing it overstepped…

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Business

Government Shutdown Halts Tech Innovation

A government shutdown has halted FCC approvals for radio-frequency-emitting products, preventing gadgets like cameras and gaming controllers from being legally…

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BigTech Companies

Meta Apologizes to GOP in Hearing as Google Holds Firm

Meta apologized to Republican lawmakers for not more forcefully opposing the Biden administration's content moderation requests, committing to defend its…

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Cybersecurity

FCC Grants Itself Authority to Enforce DJI Drone Ban

The FCC has unanimously voted to retroactively ban electronic devices from the U.S. market, specifically targeting companies like DJI deemed…

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BigTech Companies

FCC to Scrap ISP Fee Disclosure Rule Amid Rising Costs

The FCC is proposing to eliminate a rule requiring ISPs to itemize recurring monthly fees on broadband labels, arguing that…

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BigTech Companies

California Bans Predatory Early Cancellation Fees

A new California law (AB 483) protects consumers from unexpected early termination fees in installment contracts by requiring transparency and…

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BigTech Companies

Verizon Names New CEO to Lead Post-5G Era

Dan Schulman, former PayPal CEO, has been appointed as Verizon's new CEO to lead the company's expansion, replacing Hans Vestberg…

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Business

Cruz Bill Seeks Damages for Government Censorship

Senator Ted Cruz is proposing legislation that would allow citizens to sue for monetary damages if they believe the government…

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BigTech Companies

Apple’s Next-Gen Vision Pro Spotted in Regulatory Filing

A regulatory filing confirms Apple is developing a next-generation Vision Pro headset, maintaining Wi-Fi 6 compatibility and identified by model…

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BigTech Companies

Elon Musk Pressures Netflix to Drop Woke Content

Elon Musk has publicly canceled his Netflix subscription and urged others to do the same, criticizing the platform for including…

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BigTech Companies

Kimmel Rips FCC Chair Brendan Carr in Fiery TV Return

Jimmy Kimmel returned to his show by confronting FCC Chair Brendan Carr, framing his removal as an illegal and authoritarian…

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Business

Jimmy Kimmel’s Monologue Accelerates Broadcast TV’s Decline

Sinclair and Nexstar, two major ABC affiliate owners, pulled Jimmy Kimmel's show due to a joke with contested facts, following…

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BigTech Companies

Disney’s Price Hike Couldn’t Have Come at a Worse Time

Disney is raising prices for its Disney Plus streaming service amid a significant public relations crisis that has alienated viewers…

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BigTech Companies

Jimmy Kimmel Returns After Censorship Controversy

Jimmy Kimmel's show is returning after Disney suspended it due to his controversial remarks about Charlie Kirk's assassination, following what…

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Newswire

Jimmy Kimmel’s Suspension: A Case of Government Censorship?

ABC suspended Jimmy Kimmel's show amid controversy over free speech, with critics pointing to political pressure and regulatory threats from…

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BigTech Companies

Court Rules Verizon Can’t Sell User Location Data Without Consent

A federal court upheld a $46.9 million fine against Verizon for selling customer location data without consent, reinforcing consumer privacy…

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BigTech Companies

SpaceX’s FCC Push Secures $17B EchoStar Spectrum Deal

SpaceX has secured a $17 billion deal to acquire spectrum licenses from EchoStar, strengthening its satellite communications market position and…

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BigTech Companies

EchoStar Sells $17B Satellite Spectrum to SpaceX in Landmark Deal

EchoStar has sold $17 billion in wireless spectrum licenses to SpaceX to enhance satellite-based cellular connectivity, including next-generation Starlink services.…

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