The FCC Just Caved in to Republican Demands That It Halt Work on Major Issues
FCC Chairman Tom Wheeler’s tenure at the agency is coming to an end. Continue reading The FCC Just Caved in to Republican Demands That It Halt Work on Major Issues
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Here’s How President Trump Could Destroy Net Neutrality
Public interest advocates warn that a Trump FCC threatens internet freedom. Continue reading Here’s How President Trump Could Destroy Net Neutrality
AT&T’s DirecTV ‘Corrupted’ LA Dodgers TV Talks, DOJ Alleges in Lawsuit
The DOJ says the satellite giant colluded with rivals in violation of federal antitrust law. Continue reading AT&T’s DirecTV ‘Corrupted’ LA Dodgers TV Talks, DOJ Alleges in Lawsuit
AT&T-Time Warner Deal Could Be a Net Neutrality Nightmare, Senator Warns
An influential US senator says the merger could lead to “zero-rating” abuses. Continue reading AT&T-Time Warner Deal Could Be a Net Neutrality Nightmare, Senator Warns
The $85 Billion Question: Will the FCC Review the AT&T-Time Warner Deal?
AT&T and Time Warner want to avoid FCC scrutiny. That’s unlikely. Continue reading The $85 Billion Question: Will the FCC Review the AT&T-Time Warner Deal?
What Went Wrong With Google Fiber?
Google Fiber won’t save you, people, so maybe it’s time to take matters into your own hands. Continue reading What Went Wrong With Google Fiber?
AT&T Set to Rack Up Massive Debt as Time Warner CEO Hits the Jackpot
If the deal goes through, AT&T will be saddled with a gargantuan amount of debt, as much as $200 billion or more. Continue reading AT&T Set to Rack Up Massive Debt as Time Warner CEO Hits the Jackpot
AT&T’s $85 Billion Time Warner Buyout Faces Tough Federal Scrutiny
US regulators will examine the merger closely for evidence of antitrust harm. Continue reading AT&T’s $85 Billion Time Warner Buyout Faces Tough Federal Scrutiny
Public Interest Groups Sound the Alarm Over Possible AT&T-Time Warner Merger
Vertical integration is back. Continue reading Public Interest Groups Sound the Alarm Over Possible AT&T-Time Warner Merger
Big Cable Isn’t Happy About the FCC’s Plan to Protect Consumer Privacy
New rules would require “opt-in” consent before ISPs can harvest “sensitive” data. Continue reading Big Cable Isn’t Happy About the FCC’s Plan to Protect Consumer Privacy