Federal Communications Commission

Two Tribes Hail Court Stay Preventing The FCC From Cutting Off Lifeline Services To Most Tribal Lands

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Friday, August 10, 2018
Lifeline, Government, Federal Communications Commission, Mass media, Universal Service Fund, Communication, Q Link Wireless

Circuit preventing the FCC Lifeline Order from going into effect that would have effectively ended Lifeline service on many Tribal lands.

Key Points: 
  • Circuit preventing the FCC Lifeline Order from going into effect that would have effectively ended Lifeline service on many Tribal lands.
  • "Residents of Tribal lands, like many low-income consumers, rely on Lifeline service from wireless resellers, who are the primary, and sometimes only, providers of Lifeline service," saidGene DeJordy, attorney for the Crow Creek Sioux Tribe.
  • In particular, petitioners contend that the Federal Communications Commission failed to account for a lack of alternative service providers for many tribal customers."
  • The court action freezes implementation of a December 1, 2017 FCC rule,"Bridging the Digital Divide for Low-Income Consumers," that limits eligibility for the Tribal Lifeline enhanced Lifeline subsidy to "facilities-based" service providers, as opposed to the "resellers" that actually provide Lifeline services in the vast majority of tribal areas.

Sinclair Tribune Merger Agreement Terminated; Sinclair Files With The FCC To Withdraw The Merger Application And Files A Motion To Terminate The Hearing Before The Administrative Law Judge

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Thursday, August 9, 2018
Conservatism in the United States, Sinclair Broadcast Group, Federal Communications Commission, Government, Mass media, Communication

In response, the Company subsequently has withdrawn with prejudice its FCC applications to acquire Tribune and filed with the Administrative Law Judge a notice of withdrawal of the applications and motion to terminate the hearing.

Key Points: 
  • In response, the Company subsequently has withdrawn with prejudice its FCC applications to acquire Tribune and filed with the Administrative Law Judge a notice of withdrawal of the applications and motion to terminate the hearing.
  • As for Tribune's lawsuit, we fully complied with our obligations under the merger agreement and tirelessly worked to close this transaction.
  • The lawsuit described in Tribune's public filings today is entirely without merit, and we intend to defend against it vigorously.
  • The Company regularly uses its website as a key source of Company information which can be accessed at www.sbgi.net .

Parks Associates: One in Five U.S. Broadband Households is Highly Sensitive to Data Collection and Use

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Wednesday, August 8, 2018
Broadband, Information and communications technology, Federal Communications Commission, Internet in the United States, Digital technology, Net neutrality, Technology, National broadband plan, Net neutrality in the United States

While these consumers understand that many companies use this data, 80% believe that they receive little in return for use of their data.

Key Points: 
  • While these consumers understand that many companies use this data, 80% believe that they receive little in return for use of their data.
  • One-third of U.S. broadband households feel that online video services are poor protectors of their data compared to pay-TV providers."
  • Almost 40% of U.S. broadband households strongly believe that it is impossible to keep data private from companies whose products they use.
  • About Parks Associates: Parks Associates is an internationally recognized market research and consulting company specializing in emerging consumer technology products and services.

AT&T and RapidDeploy Team Up to Advance Emergency Response Capabilities With Cloud-Based Solutions

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Monday, August 6, 2018
Dispatcher, First responder, Emergency service, Human behavior, Federal Communications Commission, Employment

RapidDeploy is a modern update to the dispatch solutions currently used by PSAPs.

Key Points: 
  • RapidDeploy is a modern update to the dispatch solutions currently used by PSAPs.
  • We will equip public safety with the innovative and adaptable tools they deserve," said Steve Raucher, CEO and Co-founder, RapidDeploy.
  • "Adding RapidDeploy's CAD to our portfolio helps us further bridge the flow of data between the public, emergency dispatchers and first responders.
  • Designed by first responders, RapidDeploy uses leading technologies to solve the key challenges faced by emergency services providers.

Next Generation 9-1-1 Momentum: Over 1,000 Public Safety Agencies Nationwide Deploy RapidSOS Technology

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Monday, August 6, 2018
Federal Communications Commission, Next Generation 9-1-1, Internet of things, 9-1-1, Safety, RapidSOS, Communication, Technology

LAS VEGAS, Aug. 6, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- RapidSOS today announced over 1,000 public safety agencies nationwide have deployed the NG911 Clearinghouse emergency platform.

Key Points: 
  • LAS VEGAS, Aug. 6, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- RapidSOS today announced over 1,000 public safety agencies nationwide have deployed the NG911 Clearinghouse emergency platform.
  • RapidSOS provides this data to public safety agencies at no cost, making Next Generation 9-1-1 technology accessible to any PSAP in America.
  • "The RapidSOS platform is life-saving technology for the public safety community," said Liz Graeber, 9-1-1 Administrator for the Maricopa Region.
  • RapidSOS partners with Internet of Things (IoT) companies to provide this data to public safety agencies at no cost.

NextGSS Is Expanding Its Location Services Capabilities

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Monday, August 6, 2018
Transport, Logistics, Telephony, Human behavior, Next Generation 9-1-1, Emergency medicine, Federal Communications Commission, Geolocation, Public safety answering point, Computer-aided dispatch, 9-1-1, Automatic vehicle location

As part of its continuous improvement and refining process, NextGSS has implemented fifteen new features and enhancements across its PSAP Multi-Generation product line.

Key Points: 
  • As part of its continuous improvement and refining process, NextGSS has implemented fifteen new features and enhancements across its PSAP Multi-Generation product line.
  • Through its comprehensive Application Program Interfaces (APIs), NextGSS family of products can interface with all Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD), Call Taking and Automatic Vehicle Location (AVL) systems available on the market today.
  • Once integrated with NextGSS, PSAP's call takers, dispatcher and first responders have access to unique location and display services.
  • NextGSS products are designed to empower Public Safety Answering Points while improving productivity and paving the way to NG9-1-1 compliance.

Statement by U.S. Conference of Mayors CEO & Executive Director Tom Cochran on FCC's Actions Against Local Governments and Their Property Rights

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Friday, August 3, 2018
Government, United States Conference of Mayors, Federal Communications Commission, Local government, Property, Mayor

WASHINGTON, Aug. 3, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --Below is a statement by U.S. Conference of Mayors CEO and Executive Director Tom Cochran on the FCC's actions yesterday against local governments and their property rights:

Key Points: 
  • WASHINGTON, Aug. 3, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --Below is a statement by U.S. Conference of Mayors CEO and Executive Director Tom Cochran on the FCC's actions yesterday against local governments and their property rights:
    "The U.S. Conference of Mayors strongly opposes actions by the Federal Communications Commissionthat willsubordinate local governments and their property rights to the benefit of the nation's communications providers.
  • Italso upends a key provision of federal law that was enacted overwhelmingly by Congress in 1996 to protect and respect local and state government property rights and their authority to manage these public assets.
  • It also lacks the local knowledge needed to manage city streets, sidewalks and other public property.
  • About The United States Conference of Mayors --The U.S. Conference of Mayors is the official nonpartisan organization of cities with populations of 30,000 or more.

National Association of Realtors® Applauds Introduction of 21st Century Internet Act

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Tuesday, July 17, 2018
Information and communications technology, Mass media, Internet access, Government, National Association of Realtors, Net neutrality, Mike Coffman, Federal Communications Commission, Internet

WASHINGTON, July 17, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Association of Realtors commends Rep. Mike Coffman for his introduction of the21st Century Internet Act.Rep.

Key Points: 
  • WASHINGTON, July 17, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Association of Realtors commends Rep. Mike Coffman for his introduction of the21st Century Internet Act.Rep.
  • Rep. Mike Coffman's21stCentury Internet Actis a much-needed response to the FCC's decision to repeal net neutrality regulations and preserve equal, unencumbered internet access for small businesses and consumers across the country.
  • Representative Coffman's 21st Century Internet Act will protect both consumers and small businesses, and on behalf of my colleagues across the country, I want to thank him for introducing this much-needed legislation."
  • The National Association of Realtors is America's largest trade association, representing more than 1.3 million members involved in all aspects of the residential and commercial real estate industries.

Sinclair Responds To Statement Of FCC Chairman Pai On Tribune Transaction

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Monday, July 16, 2018
Censorship of broadcasting in the United States, Federal Communications Commission, Media regulation, Government, Mass media, Communication, Sinclair Broadcast Group

These structures are consistent with structures that Sinclair and many other broadcasters have utilized for many years with the full approval of the FCC.

Key Points: 
  • These structures are consistent with structures that Sinclair and many other broadcasters have utilized for many years with the full approval of the FCC.
  • During these discussions and in our filings with the FCC, we have been completely transparent about every aspect of the proposed transaction.
  • We were heartened by the Statement released by Commissioner O'Rielly objecting to 'blindly sending decisions to the Commission's Administrative Law Judge (ALJ).'
  • We are prepared to resolve any perceived issues and look forward to finalizing our acquisition of Tribune Media.

Vuzix Completes FCC and EU CE Certification Processes for Vuzix Blade® Smart Glasses

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Thursday, July 5, 2018
Human–computer interaction, Mixed reality, Multimodal interaction, Display technology, Eyewear, Wearable computers, Vuzix, Smartglasses, Blade, Federal Communications Commission, Smart glass

In addition to the FCC emission's certification process completion, Vuzix has also completed the European Union CE emission's certification process related to the Vuzix Blade Smart Glasses.

Key Points: 
  • In addition to the FCC emission's certification process completion, Vuzix has also completed the European Union CE emission's certification process related to the Vuzix Blade Smart Glasses.
  • "Volume manufacturing of the Vuzix Blade Smart Glasses from our West Henrietta, NY facility has commenced.
  • With FCC and EU certifications processes now complete we can commence broad shipping of our Vuzix Blade Smart Glasses to the application and enterprise Vuzix Blade Edge developer communities located within the USA, Canada and Europe," saidPaul Travers, President and Chief Executive Officer at Vuzix.
  • Forward looking statements contained in this release relate to FCC and EU emission's certifications, volume Blade production and shipments, as well as the Company's leadership in the Smart Glasses and AR display industry.