As the year winds down, many of us pause to reflect on what we’re thankful for—family, health, growth, opportunities. But for those of us in the telecom and broadband world, there’s another source of gratitude that often goes unspoken: the privilege of working in an industry that directly shapes the future of our communities, especially […]
In the U.S., the digital divide is narrowing — but it’s not gone yet. According to a recent analysis by Reviews.org, nearly 8 million American households remain offline, even as internet adoption continues to rise. (reviews.org) This persistence of disconnected homes underscores why programs like BEAD (Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment) are so critical: they’re […]
If the Fiber Broadband Association’s webinar on November 11, 2025 made one thing clear, it’s this: AI success starts—and too often ends—with data. Industry leaders Peter Cresse and Don Eben joined me, Jeff Boozer, as part of a panel that reiterates that point. Here’s a summary or if you prefer, you can watch the entire […]
Artificial intelligence is here to stay. Yet, alongside its undeniable potential, AI is still shrouded in misconceptions. What are big telco executives saying about the myths versus the truths of AI, as they navigate its practical implementation? Leaders are providing candid reality checks, debunking common fallacies while highlighting the tangible, transformative power of AI in […]