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 […]
Will Mitchell, CEO and co-founder of VETRO FiberMap explains why telecommunication is now moving towards map-based information. He helps us understand how network operators can benefit from intelligent maps.