Upcoming event
The internet has set us free. The internet will destroy our democracy. Both the utopian and apocalyptic hype share a common belief that there is something unprecedented about the power of digital communications online.
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Focus on the FCC Featuring FCC Commissioner Jessica Rosenworcel
March 18, 9:00-9:45 a.m.
The FCC’s senior Democrat to discuss will share her views and priorities for 2020 and beyond during a conversation with ACA Connects Chairman Patty Boyers. An expert on spectrum policy and emerging broadband technologies, as well as a tireless advocate on consumer and public safety issues, Commissioner Rosenworcel will provide invaluable insights into the regulatory environment.
Experts who are at the forefront of the development and deployment of interoperable, standards-based, virtualized radio access networks will discuss a paradigm-shifting approach to 5G network deployment.
WashingTECH and New York University's Center for Critical Race and Digital Studies join forces to convene the tech policy community, creatives, scholars, entrepreneurs, and advocates for
Antitrust laws in the United States have evolved with the economy and technological change, moving from the trustbusting of Standard Oil to the last of the “Big Cases” – AT&T and Microsoft. Today the antitrust laws face a new challenge. Giant platform companies such as Google, Facebook, Amazon, and Apple have achieved unprecedented power over technological markets and everyday life. The growth of these companies raises the question whether existing U.S.
Following the announcement of the 2019 Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA), USDA organized a series of technical workshops for those interested in the Rural Development Broadband ReConnect Program.
A discussion on the NIST Privacy Framework
There is no one solution for organizations that seek to manage risks to individual’s privacy while ensuring that they are developing innovative products and services. Because it was developed in collaboration with public and private sector stakeholders, the NIST Privacy Framework is flexible and timely, making it the best tool to assist organizations in addressing diverse privacy needs while enabling innovation current with technology trends.
The hearing will convene stakeholders from across private and public organizations to discuss steps taken to improve the resiliency of communications networks since Hurricanes Irma and Maria, how communications networks and recovery efforts performed during recent earthquakes, and what additional actions are needed to ensure that communications networks are always available, particularly to meet public safety needs.
Witnesses
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Ten years ago, the FCC adopted the ambitious National Broadband Plan, setting six goals to complete by 2020. Now that the deadline has passed, it's time to assess our progress. Join SHLB for a reception and off-the-record conversation to celebrate the successes and learn from the shortcomings of the National Broadband Plan. The event will feature Blair Levin, and other experts who shaped the National Broadband Plan.
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