Upcoming event
The majority of states across the country are increasing resources devoted to broadband deployment, supporting digital inclusion initiatives and focusing their attention towards broadband policy coordination across different state agencies. While there is no one size fits all, states are implementing innovative approaches to increase broadband access and adoption.
Interview with FTC Commissioner Christine Wilson, Principal DAAG Bernard Nigro, and DOJ Competition Policy & Advocacy Section Chief David Lawrence to discuss the new draft Vertical Merger Guidelines.
Moderator:
- Koren Wong-Ervin, Qualcomm Inc.
- Renata Hesse, Sullivan and Cromwell
The Policy Forum at AT&T is hosting a discussion on the real-world examples of the creative ways businesses around the world are leveraging 5G technology to increase performance, information sharing, mobile connectivity, and innovation.
The event will kick off with a keynote address from Mo Katibeh, Executive Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer, AT&T Business Marketing.
A panel discussion will follow, moderated by Steven Overly, Politico reporter, technology policy and industry. Panelists include:
Witnesses
Mr. Rodney Petersen, Director, National Initiative for Cybersecurity Education, National Institute of Standards and Technology
Dr. Ambareen Siraj, Professor, Computer Science; Director, Cybersecurity Education Research and Outreach Center, Tennessee Tech University
Mr. Joseph Sawasky, President and Chief Executive Officer, Merit Network, Inc.
Ms. Sonya Miller, HR Director, IBM Security and Enterprise & Technology Security
This event will convene a group from civil society, academia, and industry to orient the FCC’s role in the Future of Work conversation.
1:00 PM Welcoming Remarks from Commissioner Starks & Introductions
1:15 PM Defining the Future of Work
Spencer Overton, President, Joint Center for Political and Economic Studies
1:20 PM Mapping Out the Challenges of the Future of Work
CompTIA’s signature federal advocacy event in Washington, D.C.! This is a must-attend for anyone interested in engaging with elected officials and their staff and experiencing innovative new technology and products. CompTIA on the Hill is a one-of-a-kind opportunity to influence policy, driving our mission to advance the digital economy by connecting with Congressional leaders and lawmakers as well as your peers from across the country.
Date: Tuesday, February 11 – Wednesday, February 12
AGENDA
A field hearing on the importance of rural broadband access.
New Debates and Tensions in Antitrust: What's Different about Platforms?
The 3.5 GHz Auction Is Finally a Go!
At the February 2020 open meeting, the Federal Communications Commission is scheduled to vote on procedures for the 3.5 GHz Priority Access License, or PAL, auction. Having taken the lead on the issue, I'll admit that it has been a long road to get here, but this important step represents one of the last actions the FCC needs to take to make these critical mid-band licenses available for 5G and other next-generation wireless services.