Talking net neutrality and the digital divide with Gigi Sohn, former FCC counselor
In this week’s tech newsletter, the Daily Dot speaks with Gigi Sohn.
On Mar 23, 2021 by Andrew Wyrich
New Jersey says it has closed the state’s ‘homework gap’
The state said surveys show that all students who needed access and devices now have them.
On Mar 12, 2021 by Andrew Wyrich
Democrats propose $94 billion to close the digital divide
The bill may have a better chance at passing with Democrats in control of Congress.
On Mar 11, 2021 by Andrew Wyrich
The FCC just approved a $50 monthly credit to help get struggling Americans online
The program aims to help low-income Americans and those impacted by the pandemic.
On Feb 26, 2021 by Andrew Wyrich
Biden faces pressure from tech advocates to nominate final FCC commissioner
The groups say filling out the FCC is critical for the necessary work to get done.
On Jan 29, 2021 by Andrew Wyrich
Congress is finally giving broadband relief for families that need it
Calls for funding for broadband have come throughout the pandemic.
On Dec 21, 2020 by Andrew Wyrich
Picture goes viral of children using Taco Bell’s Wi-Fi to do their homework
‘The digital divide is very real.’
On Aug 28, 2020 by Kahron Spearman
Ajit Pai calls for broadband legislation as coronavirus pledge expires
The FCC’s voluntary pledge for providers ends at the end of this month.
On Jun 19, 2020 by Andrew Wyrich
This college student is trying help get more of her peers online during coronavirus
She’s launched a program that’s giving devices to those in need.
On Jun 6, 2020 by Libby Cohen
Read the heartbreaking complaints Americans sent the FCC after their internet was shut off
Hundreds of companies signed onto a pledge not to cut off service. But customer complaints show it’s happened.
On Jun 5, 2020 by Andrew Wyrich
For some students, getting online means using a parking lot
The pandemic has shined a bright light on the country’s digital divide and homework gap.
On May 25, 2020 by Libby Cohen
Democrats want $4 billion in funding to close homework gap
These senators want to help close the ‘homework gap’ during the pandemic.
On May 12, 2020 by Andrew Wyrich
FCC commissioner says agency is distorting reality on the digital divide
Rosenworcel says the report’s methods for collecting data ‘leave a lot to be desired.’
On Apr 30, 2020 by Andrew Wyrich
Bill takes aim at narrowing homework gap during coronavirus pandemic
The bill would create a $2 billion fund at the FCC.
On Apr 22, 2020 by Andrew Wyrich
Are taller antennas the key to bridging the digital divide? One senator says so
Mark Warner is one of a number of lawmakers who have said the FCC needs to take more action.
On Apr 17, 2020 by Andrew Wyrich
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