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As the Internet has evolved from an occasional-use resource to a pervasive, always-on broadband ecosystem, the networking technologies underpinning it have developed faster than legal and regulatory frameworks can adjust. This has led to complex policy challenges that must be overcome to ensure that networks of the future can develop to their fullest potential. ITIF advocates for policies to accelerate deployment, access, and adoption of high-speed Internet, and encourage continued network innovation.
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March 25, 2024|Testimonies & Filings
Letter to Federal Communications Commission Regarding Safeguarding and Securing the Open Internet
The Federal Communications Commission’s proposal proceeding to reclassify broadband Internet access service as a Title II common carrier service endangers the success of the U.S. broadband ecosystem and the long-term benefits of connectivity to all Americans.
March 20, 2024|Events
The Way Forward for U.S. Spectrum Policy
Watch now for an ITIF discussion alongside experts and stakeholders who will provide context and perspectives for the state of U.S. spectrum policy and discuss how we can increase the productivity of scarce spectrum resources.
January 22, 2024|Blogs
Fact of the Week: A 10 Percent Increase in Digital Connectivity Reduces Trade Costs by 2 Percent
A November 2023 working paper found that a 10 percent increase in digital connectivity reduced trade costs by about 1.5–2 percent.
January 19, 2024|Blogs
Supreme Court Skeptical of Chevron, Puts Title II for Broadband in Its Crosshairs
Since Title II for the Internet is now even more likely to be not just bad policy but bad law too, the FCC would be better off abandoning the current proceeding and instead focusing on policies that actually improve broadband for consumers.
January 17, 2024|Testimonies & Filings
Reply Comments to the FCC on Safeguarding and Securing the Open Internet
Ensuring that all Americans experience the benefits of universal connectivity requires the Commission to double down on what works, not abandon it for utility-style regulation.
January 16, 2024|Blogs
Don’t Let ACP Lapse Over the First-time Subscriber Fallacy
In a time when broadband affordability plays a major role in the digital divide, the Affordable Connectivity Program meets an obvious need. Winding it down comes at the expense of every American relying on the program and of consumers’ trust in government agencies, digital inclusion groups, and Internet service providers.
January 11, 2024|Events
Digital Literacy: The Key to Getting Americans Online
Watch now for a panel discussion with organizations on the front lines of teaching digital literacy and helping people get connected.
December 21, 2023|Blogs
No, NTIA’s Approach to BEAD’s Low-cost Option Requirement Is Not Rate Regulation
The rationale for BEAD's low-cost option requirement and NTIA's insistence on checking it upfront is clear: Billions of dollars spent on new networks for services that disproportionately offline populations can’t afford would be billions of dollars wasted. None of this is rate regulation.
December 14, 2023|Testimonies & Filings
Comments to the FCC on Safeguarding and Securing the Open Internet
While Congress should codify consensus net neutrality principles in statute, until it does, the current Title I framework, combined with targeted initiatives to address specific areas of concern, provides a more prudent path forward.
December 11, 2023|Blogs
Fact of the Week: The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law’s Broadband Investments Could Add $146 Billion to US GDP
A November 2023 working paper found that programs focusing on broadband expansion within the recently passed Bipartisan Infrastructure Law would add $146 billion to U.S. GDP.