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Jan 03 2025TECHNOLOGY

Court Halts FCC's Attempt to Reinstate Net Neutrality Rules

On Thursday, a court decision dashed the Federal Communications Commission's (FCC) hopes to bring back net neutrality rules. A panel of three judges ruled that the FCC didn't have the power to enforce these rules under the "telecommunications service" provision of the Communications Act. The core issue was whether internet service providers (ISPs) like Xfinity and Sp...

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Nov 28 2024TECHNOLOGY

Samsung's Galaxy S25: What We Know So Far

Samsung's upcoming Galaxy S25 series has been making waves even before its launch. The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has given it the green light, and with that, we've got some juicy details. First off, the Galaxy S25 Ultra is packing a punch with 45W wired fast charging. That's some serious speed right there! Plus, it comes with an S Pen, Bluetooth, dual-...

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Nov 23 2024POLITICS

The Big Debate: How Much Power Can Federal Agencies Have?

The Supreme Court is about to dive into a significant debate that could change how much power federal agencies have. This time, it's about a program run by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) that requires companies to pay for telecommunications services in areas where they're not usually available. The question is: Did Congress give the FCC too much authorit...

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Nov 20 2024BUSINESS

Why Data Caps Might Not Be So Bad After All

Imagine this: You're enjoying your favorite show online, and suddenly, you're hit with a data cap. You might think, "That's not fair! " But hold on. Cable companies and the incoming FCC chair have a different view. They believe data caps are actually good for you. Let's dive in and see why. In the world of broadband, data caps are like speed limits on the informatio...

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Nov 19 2024POLITICS

Meet the New FCC Chief: Brendan Carr and His Plans

Brendan Carr, chosen by President Trump for the Federal Communications Commission's top job, hit the ground running by vowing to fight “censorship” by tech giants. In just an hour after his appointment, Carr declared his priorities via social media. Instead of focusing on broadband internet and wireless spectrum like previous leaders, Carr targeted big tech companies...

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Nov 18 2024POLITICS

The FCC's New Leader: Brendan Carr's Vision

Brendan Carr, a key player in ‘Project 2025, ’ is set to lead the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). He's got a lot on his mind, and it's not just about broadband and wireless spectrum. Carr wants to banish “censorship” by tech companies, hold broadcast media accountable, and scrap the FCC’s focus on diversity and inclusion. He's got friends in high places, lik...

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Nov 18 2024POLITICS

Meet the New FCC Boss: Brendan Carr, Trump's Tech Watchdog

Let's talk about Brendan Carr, the guy President Trump just picked to lead the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). Carr's been around for a while, serving as the top Republican on the commission and even as its general counsel. He's been confirmed by the Senate three times, once by Trump and once by President Biden. But why is this a big deal? The FCC is a powe...

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Nov 18 2024POLITICS

Brendan Carr: From FCC Commissioner to Chairman

Meet Brendan Carr, the guy who's about to take the wheel at the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). You might know him as the commissioner who’s been working with the FCC since 2017, or maybe from his days as the general counsel and advisor to former FCC Chair Ajit Pai. Carr’s new role as chairman comes with a lot of responsibility, as the FCC is the body that r...

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Oct 29 2024TECHNOLOGY

Satellites in Space: What's the Environmental Impact?

Imagine having internet access anywhere in the world. That's what SpaceX promises with its Starlink project. But is it worth the risk to our environment? Over 100 researchers think it's time to find out. They've asked the U. S. government to review the environmental impact of launching thousands of satellites. These satellites, called a "mega-constellation, " could c...

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Oct 12 2024POLITICS

Controversial Candidate Uses TV Rules to Spread Message

When an anti-abortion activist and presidential candidate named Randall Terry broadcast a shocking ad during "The View," it sparked outrage. The ad criticized celebrities like Whoopi Goldberg and Taylor Swift and displayed graphic images of aborted fetuses. This ad is part of Terry's larger campaign to influence older TV watchers, who might be Democrats, Catholics, o...

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