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NTIA blocks China Mobile's bid for U.S. presence
The NTIA tells the FCC that China Mobile is a potential national security threat if it is allowed to provide international services from the U.S.
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Jamming tech targets illicit comms behind prison walls
Federal law enforcement is encouraged after a successful test of technology that could electronically jam commercial mobile phones smuggled into prisons.
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Why it's getting harder to find sharable federal spectrum
The government is sitting on a goldmine of radio spectrum that could be used to accelerate 5G deployment, but crafting a coordinated policy to get there is complicated.
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Lawmakers push to expand agency spectrum sharing
New legislation would provide more money for agencies to research how to free up their federal spectrum holdings for commercialization.
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Federal spectrum key to U.S. 5G
Government-held spectrum is one of the keys to global U.S. commercial leadership in 5G, and new study says, and pending legislation can help.
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5G push could require federal spectrum
Communications policy leaders are looking put federal spectrum in the pipeline as the U.S. gears up for faster mobile broadband.
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NTIA, DOD look at sharing out federal spectrum for commercial 5G
The government is going to study the possibility of making a 100 megahertz swath of spectrum available for high-speed mobile broadband.
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How NTIA is trying to push 5G
The federal government looking to encourage 5G wireless tech by trimming regulations and making it easier for carriers to use federal property for cell sites.
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AT&T, FirstNet cast doubt on rival's participation
AT&T and some public safety officials say Verizon's public safety network services claims aren't accurate.
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States can keep options open on FirstNet
Even though all 50 states have opted into FirstNet's and AT&T's plans for a nationwide wireless first responders' network, Verizon reminds them they're not obligated.
Cybersecurity
Can federal purchasing power counteract botnets?
New guidance required under the cybersecurity EO suggests that government purchasing power could induce tech manufacturers, especially in the emerging IoT space, to market more secure devices.
Digital Government
Can NTIA figure out if social media breeds hate?
A new bill would task two federal agencies with supplying Congress with insight into the connection between social media and hate crimes.
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Granite State opts out of FirstNet
Although 35 states and territories have decided to join the AT&T-based public safety broadband network, the proposal by Rivada Networks was "far and away our best option," the governor said.
Digital Government
IoT proposals await NTIA's political leadership
A federal tech agency put its internet of things policy on hold while as new leader faces Senate confirmation.
Cybersecurity
House bill looks to secure IoT ecosystem
New legislation would improve security and oversight of connected devices.
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As deadline looms, 22 states opt-in to FirstNet
FirstNet announced that final decisions are due from governors by Dec. 28 on whether they will use the federally backed interoperable wireless network for first responders.
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Verizon plans FirstNet rival
Verizon says it will carve a dedicated network out of its extensive national 4G LTE network for first responders, in competition with FirstNet.
Cybersecurity
Can government help fight the war on botnets?
As the number of internet-connected devices increases, along with the threat of botnets and potential attacks, the role of government should not be solely focused on prescribing new legal mandates.
Cybersecurity
Expert: Battling botnets requires standards and automation
The departments of Commerce and Homeland Security have embarked on a year-long study on how to reduce botnets, but one former official says steps must be taken now to combat the growing problem.
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Trump taps House committee counsel for NTIA chief
David Redl, the chief counsel on the House Energy and Commerce Committee, is President Trump's nominee to head the National Telecommunications and Information Administration.
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