Senator Reintroduces $5 Billion Program to Require Major Changes to Internet Connections: ‘Now Is the Time’
Prem Trivedi on a new bill aiming to protect phone and internet connections during natural disasters.
Internet Access & Adoption
How the Competitive Grant Program Awards Are Connecting U.S. Communities
The DEA grants are primed to empower states, organizations, and programs to address the digital divide from every angle.
Why the ‘Digital Divide’ Persists Within Indigenous Communities
OTI on tech use and access in Indigenous communities.
Sixth Circuit Net Neutrality Ruling Weakens Consumers Protections, Undermines Telecommunications Law, Says OTI
“Without a federal regulatory framework, crucial matters—including privacy, national security, and competition—remain unaddressed.”
12/9 Joint Petition Asking FCC to Deny T-Mobile’s Request to Acquire US Cellular
Cable ISPs Compare Data Caps to Food Menus: Don’t Make Us Offer Unlimited Soup
OTI on data caps.
Internet Plans Now Come With ‘Nutrition Labels.’ No One Knows How to Read Them.
Chhaya Kapadia on broadband nutrition labels.
12/5 Reply Comments Urging FCC to Reject Higher Power Limits in CBRS and to Promote Local Shared Use
Driving Digital Equity: What OTI Accomplished in 2024
We have been steadfast in our work to ensure every person can access & maximize the benefits of open & secure tech.
12/2 Joint Reply Comments Urging the FCC to Adopt Rules that Protect Consumers from Broadband Data Caps
Open Technology Institute’s ‘Third Way’ for Spectrum Sharing
OTI's new report highlights the potential of low-power, indoor-only spectrum sharing beyond 6 GHz.
New Report Urges the United States to Adopt a Digital Skills Framework ASAP
“Right now, we have no comprehensive or standardized way of measuring digital skills in the United States.”
OTI Responds to Commissioner Brendan Carr’s Selection as FCC Chairman
"We will continue to defend policies that promote competition, protect consumers, and hold large phone and cable companies accountable."
