New York City’s ‘Liberty Link’ to install free Wi-Fi in public housing
New York City Mayor Eric Adams announced a new program designed to bring free or low-cost internet to nearly 2,200 households living in public housing.
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Here’s how states are splitting the NTIA’s $811 million in digital equity funding
The National Telecommunications and Information Administration has unveiled the first tranche of funding for states to implement their digital equity plans.
Seattle steps closer to bridging digital divide, but challenges persist, study finds
Seattle's latest Technology Access and Adoption Study found that broadband access is growing, but some groups still lag behind.
FCC seeks to expand E-Rate program to fund Wi-Fi hotspots
Two FCC commissioners have expressed dissent against the proposed changes to the E-Rate program, arguing they would extend powers beyond the scope of the agency.
Fifth NYC Gigabit Center opens in Staten Island
New York City opened the Staten Island Gigabit Center, rounding out the city's efforts install Wi-Fi access centers in each borough.
Supporting children and families by tackling internet disparity in communities
Government agencies can bring internet access to disadvantaged communities but should act before the end of the year to access federal funding, say experts.
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House Dem. puts forward bill to protect municipal broadband networks from state laws
Rep. Anna Eshoo's bill would preempt states from restricting localities looking to build their own broadband networks.
D.C. nonprofit joins in national push to get governments thinking about digital inclusion
As part of the first “National Digital Inclusion Day,” the internet accessibility advocates at Byte Back were among those using social media to raise awareness about the…